Studying in Leeds and Bradford as an international student
Leeds is the UK’s third most populated city, known for its shopping, street food, live music scene, and incredible nightlife, making it a popular destination for students who want the London experience on a much smaller scale and with a lower price tag. The city is also a perfect location for anyone looking to enjoy the stunning Yorkshire countryside surrounding it with beautiful moors and dales nearby.
Student life in Leeds and Bradford
A great home for international students, Leeds is a really diverse and multicultural city with people living there from all around the world. This is one of the reasons why Leeds has such a fantastic international food scene. It’s also relatively affordable for international students when it comes to daily living costs.
Located in the heart of Yorkshire in the north of England, Leeds has convenient transport links which set it roughly halfway between England and Scotland’s capital cities, London and Edinburgh. Leeds is really close to the neighbouring cities of Bradford and Sheffield, two popular student cities with diverse cultures. The nearest airport, Leeds Bradford, is only a short journey from the city centre, and Manchester Airport isn’t too far away either – making Leeds a popular home for international students.
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There are some really fantastic higher education institutions in and around Leeds, including some of the highest ranking in the world. Below are just some of the universities around Leeds where you could apply as an international student.
International Student Accommodation in Leeds
One of the cities with the largest student population in the UK, Leeds has the highest number of student properties in the UK, meaning that international students will have lots of options available. Depending on what you’re looking for, there are university halls of residence, private student halls, and private renting properties available for international students.
Lots of students find cheap accommodation in Leeds for international students by choosing somewhere to live a short distance from the city and travelling into the centre for their classes. Transport links in Leeds are quick and convenient, but the cost of this travel should be considered before you decide which option is best for you.
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