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Leeds Beckett University

Es. 1824 | Victrix Fortunae Sapientia

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

23,365

Student Faculty Ratio

16.23

Internationality Factor

14%

Avg Tuition per Student

£7,615

Net assets (2024)

£235.0 milion

Total Income

£230.9 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

  • About
  • Campus life
  • Academic Requirements
  • Eco
  • Programs
  • Courses
  • Year Founded
  • Fun Facts
  • Public Figures

About

Leeds Beckett University stands as a distinguished institution known for its innovative approach to higher education. Nestled in the dynamic city of Leeds, this university not only benefits from but also contributes to the vibrant, artistic, and cosmopolitan atmosphere that the northern English city is famed for.

The university, with roots tracing back to the Leeds Mechanics Institute founded in 1824, has evolved through nearly 200 years of educational development. Officially gaining university status in 1992, it adopted the name Leeds Beckett University in 2014, reflecting its ongoing growth and evolution. Today, it provides educational...

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Rose Bowl, Portland Way, Leeds, LS1 3HE
+44(0)1138120000

Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female54%
Male46%
Not known0%
Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Academic54%
Non-academic46%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree73%
Postgraduate (taught)23%
Postgraduate (research)2%
Other undergraduate1%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Prospective students for postgraduate courses at Leeds Beckett University must meet the varying entry requirements for their chosen course. These requirements may include academic credentials, professional experience, or application performance. Some typical requirements are: - MSc in Information and Technology: an undergraduate honours degree at 2:2 level in computing. Equivalent qualifications in other subjects or professional experience will be considered. - MSc in Corporate Governance: an undergraduate honours degree with a second-class grade or above, or equivalent professional experience and training. An interview and references are...

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Eco

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Programs

Student Distribution Graph

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Creative Arts and Design
  • Business and Management
  • Education
  • Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Medicine and Health

Courses

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Year Founded

1824

Leeds Mechanics Institute was founded as a response to the need for practical education in Leeds.

1884

The Yorkshire College of Education was established.

1970

Leeds College of Commerce and Carnegie College of Physical Education merged to form Leeds Polytechnic.

1992

Leeds Polytechnic became Leeds Metropolitan University.

2014

Leeds Metropolitan University was renamed Leeds Beckett University in honour of Samuel Beckett.

Public Figures

Mel B

Alumni - former Spice Girl who studied at Leeds Beckett University

Ralph Ineson

Alumni - British actor known for his roles in 'Game of Thrones', 'The Office' and 'Harry Potter', studied at Leeds Beckett University

Louis Theroux

Honorary graduate - British documentary filmmaker and journalist, received an honorary degree from Leeds Beckett University in 2018

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Rose Bowl, Portland Way, Leeds, LS1 3HE
+44(0)1138120000

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