180 Degrees Consulting: Leeds branch
180 Degrees Consulting is a unique opportunity for students who are driven by purpose. You'll volunteer your time alongside an exceptional team to provide pro-bono, high-quality consulting services to non-profits and social enterprises. Getting involved means you'll develop core professional skills, work on innovative projects, and deliver the sustainable solutions that help organisations thrive, because you share our commitment to impact.
Driving Social Change through Strategic Thinking
180 Degrees Consulting Leeds is the University of Leeds' newest student-led professional service dedicated to maximising the social impact of non-profits and social enterprises in the Leeds area. We bring together high-achieving students from all faculties to provide pro-bono, high-quality strategic consulting services.
Our mission is two-fold: to equip students with essential real-world consulting experience while empowering local, socially driven organisations to achieve their goals.
How to join & contact 180DC Leeds
If you've read through the information below (including the FAQ) and are keen to get involved, or simply learn more, you can reach 180DC Leeds through social media or email by hitting the buttons below:
Events and activities
Regular Meetings & Collaboration
Our Project Managers and Student Consultants meet frequently throughout the semester-long project cycles to collaborate on client deliverables, ensuring high-quality and timely results. The Executive Committee meets regularly to oversee all projects, discuss improvements, and drive our strategic goals.
Skill Development & Networking Events
Our members benefit from frequent, tailored training sessions focused on developing core consulting and project management skillsets. We also host a variety of events designed for professional growth and networking:
- Professional Development Workshops: Tailored sessions with industry professionals to sharpen your consulting toolkit.
- Social Events: Informal meetups, mixers, and team-building activities to connect with your peers.
- LUBS and Partner Events: Exclusive access to networking and training events hosted in collaboration with the Leeds University Business School and our external partners.
Beyond Leeds
- Exclusive access to the broader 180DC network, including Global and EMEA training sessions, student summits, and case competitions.
Membership Information
How to Join
180 Degrees Consulting Leeds operates as a professional organisation, not a traditional society, meaning there is no membership fee to join. We welcome applications each semester for both Student Consultants and Project Managers through a competitive application process.
Applications typically open at the start of each semester.
Membership Benefits
As an accepted member of the 180DC Leeds team, you will:
- Access internal 180DC Leeds training and external mentorship with 180DC mentors and our partners.
- Gain practical, real-world consulting experience working with local social enterprises.
- Become part of 180DC’s extensive global network.
- Significantly enhance your employability by building highly desirable skills.
- Drive meaningful social impact in the Leeds community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior consulting or professional experience to join 180DC Leeds?
Absolutely not.
We are an organisation built on developing future leaders. We specifically aim to provide you with exposure to this professional experience, so none is required to join.
Simply submit an application during our recruitment periods.
Do I need to study at Leeds University Business School to join?
No.
We believe that the best consulting teams are built on diverse skills and backgrounds. We strongly encourage applications from students at any stage of their degree, studying any discipline, and from any faculty.
Our only requirement is that you are a current student at the University of Leeds.
What kind of clients does 180DC Leeds work with?
We work exclusively with non-profits, charities, and social enterprises based in and around the Leeds area.
Our projects focus on helping them solve strategic challenges related to marketing, operations, growth, and long-term sustainability.
What is the difference between a Student Consultant and a Project Manager?
Student Consultants focus on analysis, research, and developing strategic recommendations for the client.
Project Managers are responsible for leading the team, managing the client relationship, and overseeing the entire project timeline from start to finish.
This is a student-led initiative, and is not officially endorsed by the University of Leeds or Leeds University Business School.
Why are we called 180 Degrees?’ It’s because we work to turn good organisations into great organisations, challenges into opportunities, ideas into reality. We’re focused on positive transformation. Transforming organisations, and, in turn, transforming lives