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# University of Leeds

**Source**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/host/university-leeds
**Parent**: https://employability.uq.edu.au/exchange-funding

- [Overview](#qt-uq_university_profile_tabs-foundation-tabs-1)
- [Academic matters](#qt-uq_university_profile_tabs-foundation-tabs-2)
- [Accommodation and costs](#qt-uq_university_profile_tabs-foundation-tabs-3)
- [Visa and travel](#qt-uq_university_profile_tabs-foundation-tabs-4)

Leeds

United Kingdom

[University of Leeds exchange website](http://www.leeds.ac.uk/incomingstudyabroad)

## Language of instruction

English

The University of Leeds is a world top 100 university and is renowned globally for the quality of its teaching and research. Founded in 1904, the university's history dates back well over a century and its campus buildings are a mix of gothic revival, art deco, brutalist and postmodern architecture.

Leeds is a large, affordable and multicultural city, surrounded by easily accessible countryside and just two hours by train from London. The city centre has over 300 bars and restaurants, 16 galleries and museums and four major theatres.

## Semester dates

|  |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **UQ Semester** | **Host Semester** | **Dates** |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 (Spring) | January–June |
| Semester 2 | Semester 1 (Autumn) | September–January |

View the [University of Leeds' academic calendar](http://www.leeds.ac.uk/info/130505/term_dates).

## Guides and additional information

Leeds has online resources to help get the most out of your exchange:

- [Various exchange and study abroad guides](http://www.leeds.ac.uk/downloads/130117/exchange_and_study_abroad)
- [International arrival guide](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/info/130113/preparing_for_leeds/112/arriving)
- [Student union](http://www.luu.org.uk/)

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### Exchange deadlines

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:**\
**Open:** 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:**\
**Open:** 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Last Chance Apps Close:** 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange

[Go back to search](https://employability.uq.edu.au/student-exchange/find-host)

[How to apply](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/semester-based-exchange/applying-exchange)

[Book your Global Experiences Appointment](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/students/appointments/app/topic/207?siteId=1)

[Report any problems with this web page](https://www.vision6.com.au/em/forms/subscribe.php?db=451450&s=172237&a=59633&k=f535bc3)

## Student testimonials

- [Louisa - University of Leeds](https://employability.uq.edu.au/story/20601/louisa-university-leeds)

  B Arts / Laws (Hons)

  Sem 2, 2024

  > Student life in Leeds is unlike anything else, and there are so many unique experiences I had in my time there.
- [Jasmine - University of Leeds](https://employability.uq.edu.au/story/19910/jasmine-university-leeds)

  B Business Management / Science

  Semester 1, 2024

  > Put yourself out there
- [Rhiannon - University of Leeds](https://employability.uq.edu.au/story/19057/rhiannon-university-leeds)

  > Living in another country and seeing such different sides of the world has been eye-opening.

## Full-time study load

60 credits at the University of Leeds is equivalent to 8 UQ units.

## Host university requirements

**GPA**\
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.5 to study at Leeds.

**Study Options**\
Not applicable to this university (for UQ application purposes). You can choose courses from any of the faculties at Leeds which are open to exchange students, however, there are numerous course restrictions outlined below.

**Semester Restrictions**\
Students wishing to study for a full year must commence their exchange in UQ Semester 2.

**Other Restrictions**\
For students on exchange in UQ semester 2, Leeds cannot produce your official transcript until July in the following year (even if you finish your studies at Leeds in January). Provisional exam results will be emailed to UQ in late February in the following year and official transcripts will be posted to UQ in August the following year for credit transfer processes. It should be noted that if you go on exchange to Leeds in your final year, it will delay your UQ graduation.

**Note**: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.

## Find courses

Please read over ["](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/incomingstudy)[What can I study](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-exchange-and-study-abroad/doc/can-i-study)["](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/incomingstudy) to understand the modules exchange studnets are able to study at Leeds.

Search the [Leeds course catalogue](http://webprod3.leeds.ac.uk/catalogue/modulesearch.asp?T=S&L=UG).

Ensure you search for the correct level of courses - see "Additional Academic Information" below for more detail.

Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the [Credit Precedent Database](http://creditprecedents.app.uq.edu.au/) to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.

## Study areas taught in English

Undergraduate

Aerospace engineering

Art history

Biological sciences

Biomedical science

Business administration

Chemical engineering

Chemistry and biochemistry

Chinese

Civil engineering

Classical languages

Communication, digital media and PR

Computer science

Criminology

Drama

Earth and Geographical Sciences

Economics

Electrical engineering

English literature

Environmental studies

Exercise science

Film, TV and media

Food science

French

German

History and ancient history

Information technology

International business

International relations

Italian

Japanese

Korean

Law

Leadership and Management

Linguistics

Marketing

Mathematics and statistics

Mechanical engineering

Microbiology

Music

Nutrition science

Peace and conflict studies

Philosophy

Physics

Political science

Psychology

Public policy

Religion

Russian

Sociology

Spanish

Writing

## Academic restrictions

**Study Load Restrictions**\
Students are unable to enrol in a full-time study load in the following disciplines, however, enrolment in one or two courses may be possible:

- International Business / Marketing
- Writing
- Japanese / Korean

**Course Restrictions**\
The university provides a full list of [course restrictions and considerations](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-exchange-and-study-abroad/doc/check-academic-subject-requirements).

The following programs are in high demand and fill up very quickly:

- Psychology
- Business
- Communication Studies
- English
- History
- Law (students majoring in Law have priority for registration)
- Politics
- Sociology and Social Policy

Historically the majority of **Law** modules were taught across the full year however from the 2020-21 academic year and beyond it’s expected that most modules will be taught in a single semester to help accommodate Incoming Study Abroad students wanting to study in our School of Law.

The following programs' courses are also generally taught full-year, making them not suitable for single-semester exchange students. It is not recommended to have these courses as your full study load:

- Design
- Mechanical engineering (including Aerospace Engineering)
- Chemical and Process Engineering
- Healthcare

**Disciplines/Faculties Restrictions**\
The following are not open to exchange students at Leeds:

- Medicine
- Dentistry

## Additional academic information

**Course Numbering**

The first number in the module code refers to the level at Leeds 1, 2 or 3. Degrees only last three years in England, so even if you will be in your third year of study while you are at Leeds, this does not mean you will automatically be accepted for level 3 modules. Level 5 refers to postgraduate level modules.

**Additional Academic Resources**\
Leeds has online resources to help navigate their academic policies:

- [Credit system and course selection guide](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-exchange-and-study-abroad/doc/can-i-study)
- [Exams and transcripts](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-exchange-and-study-abroad/doc/exams-transcripts)
- [Academic timetables](http://students.leeds.ac.uk/info/10107/timetables)
- [English language centre](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/info/130567/language_centre)
- [Module Selection & Changes](https://www.leeds.ac.uk/international-exchange-and-study-abroad/doc/module-changes)

### Exchange deadlines

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:**\
**Open:** 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:**\
**Open:** 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Last Chance Apps Close:** 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange

[Go back to search](https://employability.uq.edu.au/student-exchange/find-host)

[How to apply](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/semester-based-exchange/applying-exchange)

[Book your Global Experiences Appointment](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/students/appointments/app/topic/207?siteId=1)

[Report any problems with this web page](https://www.vision6.com.au/em/forms/subscribe.php?db=451450&s=172237&a=59633&k=f535bc3)

## Accommodation

Students who have accepted their offer from Leeds and wish to be allocated a place in university housing must apply directly to the [Leeds accommodation office](https://accommodation.leeds.ac.uk/) by the relevant deadline. Students who comply with requirements will be guaranteed university accommodation.

## Cost of living

Leeds University Union provides guidance about the [typical cost of living for students in Leeds](https://students.leeds.ac.uk/budgetandcosts), including information on the cost of private rented accommodation and utility bills.

The Which? [Student Budget Calculator](https://university.which.co.uk/student-budget-calculator "Student Budget Calculator website external link") is also a useful tool to help you create a budget and manage your finances while studying in the UK.

## Financial support

[A range of funding](https://employability.uq.edu.au/financial-support) for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.

Students studying at Leeds can apply for a scholarship through [BUTEX](http://www.butex.ac.uk/). BUTEX offers a number of £500 scholarships to students studying on exchange at member institutions.

## Insurance

Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ’s Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.

For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on [UQ’s Travel Insurance web page](https://governance-risk.uq.edu.au/functions-and-services/insurance/policies-and-certificates-currency/travel-insurance) (login required).

If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.

Students studying for less than 6 months should refer to [Leeds' Health advice for international students](https://students.leeds.ac.uk/healthandimmigration). Students studying in the UK for longer than 6 months are entitled to benefit from the National Health Service.

### Exchange deadlines

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:**\
**Open:** 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:**\
**Open:** 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Last Chance Apps Close:** 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange

[Go back to search](https://employability.uq.edu.au/student-exchange/find-host)

[How to apply](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/semester-based-exchange/applying-exchange)

[Book your Global Experiences Appointment](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/students/appointments/app/topic/207?siteId=1)

[Report any problems with this web page](https://www.vision6.com.au/em/forms/subscribe.php?db=451450&s=172237&a=59633&k=f535bc3)

## Organise your visa

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.

Leeds provides [visa and immigration information](http://www.leeds.ac.uk/studyabroadvisa) for incoming exchange students.

Contact the [British High Commission](https://www.gov.uk/world/australia#/world/coming-to-the-uk-australia) for more visa information.

## Travel risk levels

The University of Queensland cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with [a risk level of 3](http://smartraveller.gov.au/resources/pages/travel-advice-explained.aspx) (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.

If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.

Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the [Smartraveller website](http://smartraveller.gov.au/Pages/default.aspx).

### Exchange deadlines

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1:**\
**Open:** 24 April (for Semester 1 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 May (for Semester 1 of the following year)

**Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2:**\
**Open:** 24 September (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Close:** 31 October (for Semester 2 of the following year)\
**Last Chance Apps Close:** 31 January 2026 for Sem 2, 2026 exchange

[Go back to search](https://employability.uq.edu.au/student-exchange/find-host)

[How to apply](https://employability.uq.edu.au/get-edge/global-experiences/semester-based-exchange/applying-exchange)

[Book your Global Experiences Appointment](https://studenthub.uq.edu.au/students/appointments/app/topic/207?siteId=1)

[Report any problems with this web page](https://www.vision6.com.au/em/forms/subscribe.php?db=451450&s=172237&a=59633&k=f535bc3)