University of Leeds International Summer School
University of Leeds International Summer School (LISS) offers the opportunity to study at the University of Leeds and immerse yourself in British culture as part of an exciting two-to four-week program.
Choose from a diverse range of academic modules, meet interesting people from around the world and immerse yourself in British culture and society. The summer school combines world-class tuition with local knowledge, academic-related field trips, and a wide variety of social activities. For the budget-conscious, this program includes tuition, accommodation, meals, field trips, weekend excursions, social activities, sports centre membership, and airport transfers. Apply early and be rewarded with an early-bird discount. Check out the scholarship opportunities.
Fields of study
- Arts
- Biotechnology
- Business
- Communications
- Data Mining
- Engineering
- Entrepreneurship
- Film History
- Humanities
- Leadership
- Literature
- Management
- Marketing
- Music
- Philosophy
- Polics
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Social Sciences
- Science
Applicants are advised to submit 2-3 courses on their application for credit form (per block) for faculty assessment credit in case of course cancellation.
Credit equivalent
10 Leeds Credits = 2 UQ Units. Maximum of 4 UQ Units if 20 Credits are successfully completed across two blocks (pending UQ faculty approval).
Visa Information
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority, we cannot provide visa advice.
Please review the host university webpage under How to Apply for visa and immigration information.
Eligibility and Application
Step 1: Apply to UQ
All applicants must meet the short-term experience eligibility criteria
If you are seeking credit towards your UQ degree, you must first apply through UQ and obtain credit approval before submitting your host university application.
Step 2: Apply to the Host University
Once your UQ application has been deemed 'eligible' and credit has been approved (if applicable), you can then submit your host university application.
All applicants must meet the Leeds University eligibility requirements.
Leeds eligibility requirements require a minimum UQ GPA of 5.0.
Important
⚠ Students who intend to undertake this experience for credit are strongly recommended to submit their application to the Global Experiences team at least 4 weeks before the host deadline to allow sufficient time for faculty to complete the credit assessment. Please note, however, that it is your responsibility to meet the host application deadline.
Costs
This experience is offered under the Study Abroad participation mode. This means you will pay tuition fees directly to the host institution rather than to UQ.
Approximate tuition fees are:
- Two weeks: AUD $4,463
- Four weeks: AUD $8,163
Early Bird Application Fee Discount:
If you submit your host university application before 1 April 2027, a discount will apply.
Detailed information regarding fees and inclusions can be found on the host university website.
Scholarships:
LISS offers both the Merit Scholarship and LISS Champion: Social Media Scholarship; however, you cannot receive both awards. Eligibility requirements apply.
Accommodation
Accommodation is included in the program fee. For more information regarding accommodation, visit the host university website.
Funding
Global Experiences Grants
When you submit your application for an experience, you are automatically considered for funding that is relevant to your nominated experience. Please refer to the Short-Term Experiences Funding page for details.
OS-HELP Loan
You may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth-supported student.
Key Dates
Application Deadlines
UQ: 14 April 2027
Host: 1 May 2027
Program Dates
Block 1
Start: 03 July 2027
End: 17 July 2027
Block 2
Start: 18 July 2027
End: 31 July 2027
*Postgraduates can attend the program as not-for-credit only
Fast Facts
Type: Study
Mode: Study Abroad
Location: Leeds, England (In-person)
Credit: For-credit
Cohort: Undergraduate & Postgraduate
OS-HELP Loan
If you participate in a short-term program you may also be eligible to submit an application for an OS-HELP loan if your program is for-credit and you are enrolled as a Commonwealth supported student.
Application Deadlines
OS-HELP loan applications open on 5 January each year.
OS-HELP loan applications can’t be accepted:
- any earlier than 6 months before the official start date of your overseas study
- any later than 3 months before the official end date of your overseas study.
*OS-HELP Loan applications are closed between 17 December and 5 January. Please visit the OS-HELP Loan website for more information on how to apply for an OS-HELP loan.
Refer to the funding page for more information on eligibility requirements and loan amounts.
Global Experiences Information Sessions
Students are encouraged to register and attend an information session to receive more details on the short-term application process, eligibility criteria, funding etc.