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Summary
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The University of Leeds is a leading Russell Group university, known for academic excellence, global impact and an inclusive community. Teaching is shaped by research, tackling challenges in health, climate change, digital innovation and cultural industries. Students enjoy outstanding support, 300+ clubs and societies, and excellent sports facilities in one of the most affordable and student-friendly cities in the UK.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate76%Postgraduate24%
Study mode
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Full-time95%Part-time5%
Student population
- More than 25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK69%International30%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 39%Female 61%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2027
Overall ranking
18th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000773 77%18th
3 -
Entry standards
/ Max 208149 72%26th
4 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.08 77%110th
13 -
Research quality
/ Max 43.35 84%20th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.65 65%30th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 45923972 86%4th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 2556625 24%88th
13 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.312.927th
9 -
Continuation
/ Max 10095.6 96%24th
5 -
Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10079.9 80%24th
9 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10077.2 77%35th
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Subject League Tables 2027
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering
- African & Middle Eastern Studies
- Art & Design
- Asian Studies
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Civil Engineering
- Classics
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Dentistry
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Food Science
- French
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Geology
- German
- History
- History of Art, Architecture & Design
- Iberian Languages
- Italian
- Law
- Linguistics
- Manufacturing & Production Engineering
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Technology & Bioengineering
- Medicine
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Russian & East European Languages
- Social Policy
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Theology & Religious Studies
Overall ranking
6th out of 104
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10092.6 93%6th
2 -
Entry standards
/ Max 209150 72%15th
6 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.31 83%28th
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Research quality
/ Max 43.42 86%8th
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Continuation
/ Max 10094.5 95%17th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10085.0 85%9th
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The University of Leeds is a world-leading university, where academic excellence meets real-world impact. You will learn from top researchers in areas from health and climate science to digital innovation, arts, and social justice. Leeds combines a rich academic heritage with forward-looking opportunities. It offers interdisciplinary study and strong industry links. The campus is vibrant and inclusive, with excellent facilities and active student communities. Set in one of the UK’s most welcoming and student-friendly cities, Leeds offers culture, affordability, and connections. It's a place to grow, explore, and shape your future with confidence.
A degree from Leeds opens doors locally, nationally, and internationally. Through placements, internships, and collaborative projects, you gain hands-on experience that enhances employability. Extracurricular programmes, volunteering, leadership schemes, and global exchanges develop transferable skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. Leeds also offers tailored career support and mentoring, helping you explore graduate roles, entrepreneurship, or research. Graduates leave equipped to adapt to diverse careers and make an impact in their fields, with the confidence, networks, and experience to thrive in the modern workplace.
Leeds offers a wide range of financial support and bursaries to help students access and succeed in higher education. The Leeds Bursary, scholarships, sports awards, and targeted funding like the Sanctuary Scholarship provide non-repayable financial support based on need or achievement. Hardship funds, alongside advice on budgeting, help manage living costs. Academic and personal support services, including disability support, mental health services, and study skills workshops, ensure students can fully engage with their studies. This combination of financial help and practical guidance allows students to focus on learning, grow, and achieve their ambitions with confidence.