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University Resources

This section contains links to University resources to help you start your journey at Leeds. In these pages you will find help on everything from preparing your academic skills, to making friends, staying safe and having a fun time!

Step Up to Masters

Use The Library's Step up to Masters guide to make sure you are best prepared for your new level of study. This resource will help you to explore the academic experience and expectations at the University of Leeds, and improve your academic skills.

Your first weeks at University

You’re finally here – a student at Leeds!

This page will give you the information that you need to help you navigate those first weeks, and ensure that you’ve got all the information to feel in control.

Leeds guide for international students

If you're coming to Leeds from outside the UK, the University website has a section filled with information and guidance for you. Welcome to the UK!

The University Buddy scheme

The University Buddy Scheme offers the opportunity for you to get to know someone new who you might not otherwise meet. The scheme is open to all students and you can apply at any point during your student journey. You'll be matched with a student from anywhere in the University at the same study level as you, who has similar interests.

The Scheme offers friendship and peer support to help you feel at home and part of our community, as well as enjoying getting involved in student life.

Staying safe from frauds and scams

Unfortunately, many online criminals target students with a variety of scams in order to steal money.

These University webpages will teach you about common types of scam, how to avoid them, and how to get help if you think you have been affected during your time at Leeds.

Graduate Visa information (International students)

A Graduate visa gives you permission to stay in the UK for at least 2 years after successfully completing a course in the UK.

This University information page contains information to help you plan ahead, including a recording of a recent presentation by our expert team of visa advisors.

The end... or the beginning?

Thank you for reading through this Welcome pack. We hope you have found it useful and that it will help you to have a smooth start at the beginning of your Leeds journey.

You may find many of the links and information useful in future, so don't forget to bookmark the LUBS Student Guide site.

Welcome to Leeds! 💚

Knowledge is power. Information is liberating.

Kofi Annan