University of Leeds

A leading research university in one of the UK’s most diverse and vibrant cities. You can go further with the University of Leeds.

• World top-100 University | QS World University Rankings 2024
• 4th most targeted UK university by graduate recruiters | High Fliers Research 2024
• 90% of University of Leeds research has a quality rating of “world-leading” or "internationally excellent” | REF 2021
• Founding member of the prestigious Russell Group

Watch our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day online talks

Discover what it’s like to pursue a Masters at a world top 100 university (QS World University Rankings 2025) with our Postgraduate study online talks. Access a full lineup of online sessions led by experts from our postgraduate community, offering insights on funding your degree and advancing your career.

Our talks include answers to frequently asked questions from specialists from our academic, admissions, careers, accommodation, funding, and scholarships teams. Plus, you can hear directly from current Masters students as they share their experiences.

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Research excellence

Globally recognised research will be at the heart of your learning at Leeds, exposing you to the latest discoveries and thinking. Our researchers push the frontiers of knowledge and tackle global challenges. Join us and make an impact.

Hear from recent graduate Beth about how she applied her research skills in a commercial context.

Research excellence

Globally recognised research will be at the heart of your learning at Leeds, exposing you to the latest discoveries and thinking. Our researchers push the frontiers of knowledge and tackle global challenges. Join us and make an impact.

Hear from recent graduate Beth about how she applied her research skills in a commercial context.

A focus on employability

Our industry-relevant degrees can help you boost your employment prospects and future-proof your career.

Alongside expert subject knowledge, you’ll benefit from our strong partnerships with leading companies. You can build experience and networks through work placements, internships and events as well as take advantage of one of the biggest alumni communities of any UK university.

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Outstanding facilities

Outstanding facilities support your studies. We’re continually investing in our campus -from technology and new laboratories and lecture theatres to one of the most impressive libraries in the UK.

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Become the expert

Enhancing your subject knowledge is a key motivator for studying a Masters. Our postgraduate courses will challenge you to question and discover. Watch our recorded subject talks to find out more about your course and life at Leeds. There are over 90 talks for you to explore, covering all Masters subject areas.

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Funding your Masters

If you’ve got the drive, ambition and potential to succeed, we want to help you study with us. We offer a number of postgraduate scholarships and bursaries available to international, UK and EU students.

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Life at Leeds

Leeds is a great place to work as well as study, with exciting opportunities across a range of sectors.
University campus is just a 10-minute walk from our thriving, multicultural city centre with lots of green space and beautiful Yorkshire countryside nearby.

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Masters study and funding online event

Watch on demand to receive expert advice on how to fund your Masters and kick start your career. Hear from students about how they funded their Masters and put your questions to our panel of funding experts. You'll also discover how our students are using their Masters to stand out from the crowd and make their career goals happen.

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How to apply

If you’re ready to apply to study your Masters with us, the process couldn't be easier. Read our step by step 'how to apply' guidance to find out more.

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