Leeds Beckett University - City Campus

Founded: 1992   Total Students: 23,280+

Overview

Leeds Beckett University (LBU), formerly known as Leeds Metropolitan University (LMU) and before that as Leeds Polytechnic, is a public university in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England. It has campuses in the city centre and Headingley. The university’s origins can be traced to 1824, with the foundation of the Leeds Mechanics Institute. Leeds Polytechnic was formed in 1970 and was part of the Leeds Local Education Authority until it became an independent Higher Education Corporation on 1 April 1989. In 1992, the institution gained university status. The current name was adopted in September 2014.

Programs Offered in Leeds Beckett University - City Campus

  • 3-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Integrated Course
  • Master's Degree
  • Highlights

    • Five out of five stars for Internationalisation, Employability, Facilities and Inclusiveness
    • Leeds Beckett University are investing £200m in their university facilities
    • The university has a history dating back to 1824
    • Leeds Beckett alumni are based in 153 countries
    • 94% of all university graduates are in work of further study six months after graduating
    • Each year, the university arranges over 5,000 exciting student work placements

    Campus Detail

    Main Campus Address

    City Campus Leeds United Kingdom LS1 3HE