Leeds Beckett University
Leeds Beckett runs two campuses: one in the centre of Leeds, one in leafy Headingley, three miles apart and linked by a free bus. It is known for business, sport, events management, health, built environment and creative courses, and for a teaching style built around real projects with employers.
About Leeds Beckett
Leeds itself is a big student city with two large universities, a strong financial and legal sector, and living costs well below the south of England.
The university's Carnegie School of Sport is one of the largest in Europe, and its business school holds the Small Business Charter.
Strong subjects
Entry at a glance
| English | IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate, 6.0 to 6.5 for postgraduate; MOI accepted for many countries |
| Intakes | September; January (selected courses) |
| Undergraduate fees | £15,500 to £16,500 a year |
| Postgraduate fees | £15,500 to £18,000 a year |
| Application fee | None |
| Deposit | £3,000 for international students |
Fees are indicative for 2026/27. We confirm the exact figure with the university before you apply.
Courses
A selection. Ask us for the full list, or for a course that is not shown here.
| Course | Level | Length | Indicative fee | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc International Business | Postgraduate | 1 year | £16,900 | Sep, Jan |
| BA (Hons) Business Management | Undergraduate | 3 years | £16,000 | Sep |
| MSc Sport and Exercise Science | Postgraduate | 1 year | £17,200 | Sep |
| MSc Computing | Postgraduate | 1 year | £16,900 | Sep, Jan |
| BA (Hons) Events Management | Undergraduate | 3 years | £16,000 | Sep |
| MSc Project Management | Postgraduate | 1 year | £16,900 | Sep, Jan |
| MA Human Resource Management | Postgraduate | 1 year | £16,900 | Sep |
Campus and student life
Student life
One of the UK's best-known student cities, with the Otley Run, Hyde Park and the Yorkshire Dales close by.
Accommodation
Halls on both campuses and in the city centre, many with a first-year guarantee for international students.
Facilities
Sports village with an athletics track and strength labs, a simulated hospital ward, TV studios and a trading room.
Careers
Strong regional employer network in finance, health and hospitality; placement and internship options across most courses.
Questions about Leeds Beckett
What is Leeds Beckett known for?
Sport, business, events and hospitality, health and the built environment, taught with a strong practical focus.
How much does it cost to live in Leeds?
Around £900 to £1,200 a month including rent, one of the more affordable major student cities in England.
Does Leeds Beckett accept students without IELTS?
Many courses accept Medium of Instruction letters or school English marks from listed countries. We confirm course by course.
Are there scholarships?
Yes, international scholarships worth £1,000 to £3,000 for eligible students, plus early payment discounts.
Interested in Leeds Beckett?
Send us your results. We will tell you which of its courses you can get into and what the year will cost.