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Study Abroad at the University of Leeds

• Leeds is a city located in the North of England

• Cosmopolitan city, lots of shops, cafes, bars, restaurants

• Near to Yorkshire countryside

• Easy to visit other cities (Just over 2 hours by train to London, 1 hour to Manchester, 3 hours to Edinburgh)

• Leeds Bradford International Airport (connects via London and Amsterdam)

• Or fly to Manchester airport and get the train direct to Leeds

• Low cost air travel to European destinations

Why Leeds?

2017 University of the Year

• 2017 UK University of the Year (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide)

• Established in 1904

• An international university - Top 100 university in the world (QS World University Rankings 2016/17)

• Top 10 university for research in the UK for Research Power (REF 2014)

• Russell Group University

• One of largest universities in the UK with over 30,000 students from over 140 different countries

• Leeds University Students’ Union voted number 2 in the UK (Times Higher Survey 2015)

• One single campus, 10 minutes walk from the city centre

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University Campus

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Students’ Union The Edge

• Lively, multicultural city • Theatres, opera house, live music, cinemas

• Museums, art galleries, historic buildings, parks• Great shopping, eating, café culture and night life

• Football, rugby, cricket and other sports events• Cultural festivals and celebrations

• Student-friendly city, large student population

Leeds – a great place to live

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• Leeds International Summer School (LISS) is an exciting 4 week summer programme that takes place in

July at the University of Leeds, England

• A combination of academic study with experiential learning outside of the classroom on field trips &

excursions

• Meet students from all over the world!

Leeds International Summer School

Your studies

Study two modules lasting two weeks each and earn 20 Leeds Credits (equivalent to 10 ECTS). Academic module options:

Block One

• The English Country House: A Social History• Building Britain:,1700-1840: Industrial ‘Revolution’ or ‘Evolution’?• Music in Film• Introduction to Robotics & Autonomous Systems• Business & Cultural Awareness: Bridging the Gap• Creative Writing: Reinventing Tolkien• Wealth & Poverty: The Making of the Modern WorldBlock Two• Sport in the UK: Health & Performance Issues• Renewable Energy Systems: The Big Debate• Entrepreneurship & Society: Ideas, Opportunities & Value Creation• Heretics, Witches & Conspirators: A History of Fear, 1500-1700• British Literature & the Brontës• Exploring the law: Crime, Contracts & Legal Skills• Introduction to Digital Photography

Field trips & excursions

Module field trips: Each academic module includes at least one field trip providing hands on experiential learning - get out of the classroom! Previous module field trips have included Castle Howard, climbing at Brimham Rocks, company visits, the cities of Liverpool and Manchester.

Excursions: Harewood House, York, Whitby, Yorkshire Dales- experience the best parts of Yorkshire!

Cambridge & London: spend two nights in London at the end of the programme (and visit Cambridge on the way!)

Social Activities: Evening and weekend social activities are offered throughout the programme - visit Yorkshire towns by train, take part in a Brit pub quiz, visit national and local museums and much more!

Social assistants

The LISS Social Assistants are students currently studying at the University of Leeds who are there to help you make the most of your time in Leeds

• The social assistants live in the accommodation with you

• They attend module field trips & weekend excursions

• They also organise a variety of evening & weekend social events

• They know the city well so they can offer lots of advice on where to go and what to see during your time in Leeds!

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Fees

LISS 2017 programme fee - £2,995

• No hidden extras to pay - programme fee includes:

• Tuition fees• Field trips and weekend excursions including two night stay in London• Accommodation (on campus, self catering)• Social programme• Student support• Premium membership to on campus gym

• Early application discount available (apply by 3 April 2017)

• 10% group discount available for groups of 10 or more

• Santander scholarships

How to apply

1. Check you meet our eligibility requirements. To be eligible for our summer school you should:• have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 2.8 or equivalent

• be enrolled at a university, or be a recent graduate (ie have graduated within the past two to three years)

• have usually completed at least one semester of undergraduate study

• meet our language requirements (non-native speakers of English are required to have IELTS 5.5 or equivalent)

2. Complete the application form on our website and upload your supporting documents:• Supporting personal statement • A copy of your current university transcript• Academic reference letter• Scholarship application• IELTS certificate (non-native English speakers only)

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Study Abroad and ExchangeFor a year or semester

Study Abroad/Exchange Programme

When can you studyStudy for one or two semesters

• Semester 1: September – January

• Semester 2: January – June

Pre-sessional EnglishIf you do not meet our English Language requirements, or want to improve your English, you may be able to take an English course before your study abroad semester

• Before Semester 1: April, July or August start

• Before Semester 2: October start

How to apply

1. Check if you are eligible. To enrol on the study abroad programme you must have completed at least one year of study and be in good academic standing at your home university, with a grade of 2.1, GPA of 3.0 (US system), 5.5 (Australian system) or equivalent. You must also meet our English language requirements (if applicable)

2. Apply to your home university

3. Complete our online application form by the deadline:

• Semester 1: 31 March

• Semester 2: 31 October

You will have to choose modules on your application form, however module enrolment is a separate process

Study Options

Pick & mix modules from 8 faculties:

• Arts, Humanities and Cultures

• Biological Sciences

• Business

• Education, Social Sciences and Law

• Engineering (including Computing)

• Environment

• Mathematics and Physical Sciences

• Healthcare

You can find out more about what you can study on our website. Remember to discuss your choices with your home university before you apply.

You will receive an Official Transcript of Records so you can transfer the credit you earn back to your home university.

Accommodation, LUU and The Edge

Accommodation

• Guaranteed University Accommodation if you apply by the deadline

Leeds University Union

• Award winning Students’ Union

• 300+ clubs & societies

• Supermarket, cafés, shops, bars & nightclub, bank, Job Link

The Edge

• Olympic standard sports facilities

• Basic membership included in University Accommodation rent

What happens after you apply

Acceptance onto the programme: an email followed by a letter and information pack

Accommodation: Apply to the Accomodation Office

Visas: Apply for your visa (if applicable)

Modules: Once you have received your Module Enrolment Report, you can make changes

Online Registration

Arrival and Orientation: Welcome talks, social activities and events

Student Support

Study Abroad Office

International Student Office

Accommodation OfficeStudy Abroad Coordinators

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University Union

Global Community

Parent School

Student Counselling Centre

Leeds for Life

Skills@Library

Contact and support

Leeds International Summer School:

• www.leeds.ac.uk/summer• summer@leeds.ac.uk• +44 (0) 113 343 7900• Like us on Facebook @LeedsInternationalSummerSchool• Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @leedsliss

Study Abroad Office (semester and year abroad)• www.leeds.ac.uk/incomingstudyabroad• studyabroad@leeds.ac.uk• +44 (0) 113 343 7900• Like us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter @leedsuniabroad

Any questions?