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Leeds Metropolitan UniversityTSR Wiki > University > Choosing a University > University Guides > Leeds Metropolitan University 
LibrariesIntegrated library, computing and media facilities on all campuses; 365,000+ volumes, approx 11,900 periodical subscriptions; extensive access to media and electronic resources; 2000+ study places. Ratio workstations to students 1:5, networked with access to electronic information, email and internet. Library and IT facilities open 24 hours every day throughout the year. (IT facilities open 24 hrs during the week in term-time, until 11pm at weekends). Within the city centre itself, Leeds library can be found close to the Town Hall, and is a large and impressive building, with a large number of books, both fiction and non-fiction. There are other smaller libraries throughout the suburbs of Leeds. For all non-University libraries, you can acquire a Leeds library card by enquiring at the front desks of the library in question that you wish to visit. IT and ComputingThere are over 1,000 computer workstations across Leeds Met, including Libraries, the Helpzones and specialist IT labs. Wireless networking is available in the libraries, Helpzones and a growing number of other open access areas. Within Leeds city centre, there are computers in the central library, which can be booked and used for work, or printing, or just surfing the web. Within the suburbs of Leeds one can find cyber cafes in abundance, so you should never be short of places where you can access a computer. SportsLeeds Met’s ‘Carnegie’ sport facilities are among the best in the Country, including the Regional gymnastics high performance centre, swimming pool, dance studio, strength and conditioning room, synthetic turf pitches, external acrylic and clay tennis courts, a variety of grass sports pitches- rugby & soccer, International standard athletics track, Strength and conditioning room, squash courts, high quality indoor tennis courts, Health clubs at the Headingley and Civic Quarter Campuses, two sports halls and a climbing wall Super League Netball Hall The University continues to increase its sporting partnerships and opportunities, pioneered by the world famous Carnegie facilities but also encompassing partnerships with numerous local sporting teams and by the growing number of sports clubs available through the Students’ Union. Leeds Met teams have gained increasing success in the national BUSA leagues, aided by the growing number of professional coaches now employed by the University, and the Sports Scholarships schemes ensure that any student with outstanding ability in their chosen sport can excel to the best of their ability. Further afield, Leeds is home to the Elland Road football stadium for the city's football club, as well as Headingly cricket ground, which stages many international test matches.
WelfareThere are many job centres scattered throughout Leeds, including one in the town centre, which are the right place to go if you wish to apply for job seekers allowance. Great George street in the city centre (opposite Oceana night club) is where you should head to for queries regarding Council tax etc. and it is also home to Leeds LEA. If you need a self-certificate (if you have been absent from work for several days but fewer than is necessary to get a doctors' note), then head to Merrion House near the back of the Merrion Centre (close to Grosvenor casino). If you need any other emergency advice, the citizens advice bureau near Leeds Kirkgate Market will be sure to point you in the right direction. HealthcareThe Health Centres provide a confidential and high quality service for both students and staff. Qualified and experienced nursing staff are available to treat illness or accidents and to advise on heath-related matters. Outside of the University, there are two major hospitals within Leeds. The closest to the University, is Leeds General Infirmary (LGI) which is within walking distance of the University's city site campus. The other is St. James's Hospital, which is located in Harehills, and can be reached by a short bus journey from Leeds city centre. There are many doctors surgeries and local clinics throughout Leeds, so you won't have to far to get some medical advice. ShopsWith over 1,000 shops in the city centre, Leeds is the region's prime shopping location. Dubbed the Knightsbridge of the North by the Lonely Planet Guide to Britain, Leeds is also ranked fourth by Experian in their annual survey of the UK's top shopping destinations. The city has more than 4.3 million square feet of retail space, featuring top quality retailers including Harvey Nichols, Vivienne Westwood, Joseph and Space NK. Retail areas include the Victoria Quarter, Corn Exchange, Headrow Centre, Leeds Shopping Plaza and The Light. RestaurantsLeeds city centre alone has upwards of 90 restaurants and cafés, 21 major hotels, 4 renowned theatres, and over 180 pubs and bars. Within the city centre - only a 5 minute walk from the metropolitan main site - are a number of restaurants and fast food places. You can take your pick from Chinese, Italian, Indian, Thai, Portuguese,Mexican and many other cultures of food. Not only this but it has a selection of traditional fast food restaurants boosting three McDonalds,and a Burger King - as well as a handful of stores such as Greggs, Ainsleys and Bagel Nash. Although the city centre itself doesn't have a KFC, there are many dotted around the suburbs, and Pizza Hut in the neighbouring area of Kirkstall. Not only this but there are two Nandos, a selection of Wokons and other various dining brands, as well as more intimate independent restaurants and cafés. With this you can be sure you will find somewhere to sink your teeth in and enjoy the many varieties of food that the city offers - and you won't have to look far for your lunch! BanksLeeds boosting the biggest financial area outside of London, has a wide variety of banks ranging from big national banks and building societies to the little ones. In the city centre itself are many branches of well known bankers, as well as three around Leeds University - nearer to the Met than the branches in centre. Not only with this assurity that you will be able to find your bank encase of emergency, but also they provide a string of atm around the city garunteeing you aren't to walk far without being able to access funds within a matter of minutes. TransportSituated close to the UK's geographical centre, Leeds is perfectly placed for travelling to and from. It benefits from good transport connections with the M1 running from Leeds to London, the M62 connecting Leeds with the seaports of Liverpool and Hull, and the A1(M) for linking to the north. It also boasts a thriving international airport and one of the major train stations outside the capital. London is a mere two hours away by train, or 40 minutes if you fly. Glasgow and Edinburgh are just an hour away, and Belfast a swift 45 minutes by plane. Leeds train station also has frequent express services to Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, York and Scarborough courtesy of TransPennine Express; aswell as many shorter stopping services operated by Northern Rail. Careers serviceLeeds Met Careers offers a personal and impartial service to students and graduates of Leeds Metropolitan University seeking help with their career The Faculty of Health has an extremely high overall percentage of graduates in full-time paid employment. Courses such as BA Hons Managing in Health and Social Care Organisations, Community Health Care Nursing, BA Hons Applied Social Work, BSc Hons Health Science boast a 100% employment rate. The city centre has within it a great many agencies within which you can search for other jobs. The Yorkshire Evening Post has a job section every Thursday, where you can find the latest positions available within West Yorkshire (most of which are usually Leeds based). Part-time jobsThe Job Shop is Leeds Met's student employment service that helps students to find temporary or part time jobs and employers to find staff Religious facilitiesLeeds is a large, ethnically diverse city, and this diversity is reflected within the Leeds Met community. We welcome and support students of all faiths, beliefs and nationalities and an active Chaplaincy offers friendship and support for individual students. There are opportunities for prayer, discussion and socialising and we provide an especially warm welcome to international students. University facilities include prayer rooms for Muslim students at each campus. The Chaplaincy has links with, and can provide information about, the rich variety of faith communities represented in the city. Outside of the University, whatever your religion, you will find places of worship for your faith in Leeds. Leeds city centre is home to St. Anne's Cathedral. This beautiful Catholic Cathedral has recently undergone restoration and is a beautiful place to come and pray. There are also many other smaller Catholic churches within the city. Jewish visitors to Leeds will find many Synagogues in the suburbs, with one of the largest being located on Shadwell Lane, about a 20 minute bus ride from the city centre. A large Islamic Mosque is situated in Harehills, which is only about 10 minutes by bus from the city centre. These are just a few examples of religions places of worship in Leeds, but there are many others. You will not fail to be accommodated in this multi-cultural city. Leeds Met Discussions
SocialLeeds was voted 'Best university destination in the UK' by The Independent, the city has a combined total of 200,000 full and part-time students. Leeds is flourishing as a cultural centre, and the thriving student community is testament to this. The city's safe friendly environment, fantastic nightlife and comparative affordability make it the ideal location to live and learn. Leeds is recognised as the regional capital of Yorkshire and the Humber, an area with a population of five million, similar to that of Scotland or Denmark Bars, Pubs and clubsExcellent nightlife, restaurants, bars, shopping and value for money are amongst the many attractions quoted by readers of The Traveller magazine - the leading, independent travel guide published by Conde Nast - who recently named Leeds as The UK's Favourite City. Whatever type of scene you are in to, Leeds provides venues for all. There are many bars and pubs in the city centre, each playing different types of music with different atmospheres. From pop to goth, dance to rock, indie to techno, Leeds has it all. If you like quiet intimate pubs, Leeds has an abundance of them, similarly if it's loud bustling bars that takes your fancy, you won't find a shortage of them here. Good clubs include: Oceana, Tiger Tiger, Halo, Gategrasher, Mission, Leeds uni Student Union bar, EventsJanuary : The Millennium Square in the city centre becomes home to Ice Cube - a large open air ice-skating rink. February : Elland Road Football Stadium houses Leeds Valentines Fair - a huge funfair with rides and stalls. July : Party in the Park - a large one-day free pop festival - is held in Temple Newsam August : Bramham Park holds Leeds Carling Weekend - a large rock festival held over the August Bank Holiday November : Rounday Park puts on a spectacular firework display complete with large bonfire, in this free event for Guy Fawkes Night. December : The German Christkindelmarkt (Christmas market) comes to Leeds city centre Clubs and societiesCLUBS: Boxing; Athletics, Badminton, Basketball, Boxing, Climbing, Cricket, Dance, Dodgeball, Football, Gaelic Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Hockey, Jui Jitsu, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Netball, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Sailing, Shaolin Kung Fu, Ski, Skydiving, Snow sports, Squash, Sub Aqua, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tai Jutsu, Tchoukball, Tennis, Triathlon, Volleyball, Water Polo, Weightlifting, Rugby League. SOCIETIES: Friends of India; Hindu; Malaysian; Musician's Network; Sikh; Sri Lankan; St John's Ambulance (LINKS); The Social (politics); Walking. Skateboarding Accounting, Afro- Caribbean Society, Chinese Society, Christian Union, Film, Islamic Society (ISOC), Jewish Society (JSOC), Law Society, LGB Society. AccommodationA strong sense of community prevails in our Halls of Residence so you can be rest assured that you will receive a warm welcome at Leeds Met. The Leeds Met flats and halls are located in various places around the city, all within easy travelling distances of our 3 campuses at Headingley, Civic Quarter and Harrogate College. Regularly nominated for awards in architecture and design you can be guaranteed secure facilities of a high standard. With over 3500 bedrooms available across a wide range of accommodation we are confident that your time spent in our flats and halls will be so good you just won’t want to leave. Accommodation policyLeeds Met can guarantee accommodation to those first year undergraduate students who have accepted a place as an unconditional firm or conditional firm place. FacilitiesSeptember 2006 saw the launch Opal One, a pioneering development in the heart of the student community on Burley Road. Opal’s high quality student flats, which all have en-suite facilities, have the added benefits of an on-site fitness suite, swimming pool, sauna and jacuzzi. The accommodation houses 1,000 students in total ResidencesAlexander Court New York Buildings Cardigan Road Flats Carlton Hill Kirkstall Brewery Residences Liberty Park Opal One/Two (adjacent, Burley Rd) Opal Three (City Centre) Royal Park Flats Mill Street Sugarwell Court Woodhouse Flats Private sectorUnipol Student Homes is a charitable trust supported by Leeds Met, their advice is free and unbiased. They provide a range of managed flats and shared houses. Only landlords with a good track record get to advertise through Unipol and many voluntarily agree to meet standards over and above legal requirements. Located close the Civic Quarter their staff are happy to assist you in finding the right accommodation suitable for your needs. EnvironmentLeeds Met is the greenest university in the UK appearing at number one in a league table compiled by People & Planet. 85% of Leeds Met’s energy comes from sustainable sources and targets include saving 4million kWhs of electricity by July 2010, reducing waste to landfill by 70% by December 2007, and increasing the diversity of trees and shrubs in Headingley woodlands by 25%. ArchitectureLeeds Business School students are based at the Rose Bowl, our new home in the heart of Leeds city centre. Opened in May 2009, the Rose Bowl is home to over 5,500 students, 82 support staff and over 250 academic staff. The Rose Bowl is the winner of two design awards and is Britain's newest purpose-built business school. Cloth Hall Court is Leeds Law School's home in the heart of Leeds' legal quarter. It has excellent facilities including modern lecture theatres, a mock court room and dedicated resource room for postgraduate students. Cloth Hall Court is built in a classical stoneclad style and was constructed between 1980-1983. The Law School has been based there since 2005. Significant development has taken place at Northern Terrace in the historic Queen Square, a delightful Georgian square in the heart of Leeds. New accommodation has been added and the existing Grade II listed property has been refurbished to provide teaching and learning space for students and staff, especially in the School of the Built Environment. Leeds Met acquired the former BBC Headquarters on Woodhouse Lane, which has now been opened as the Old Broadcasting House. It is a meeting place for the arts, enterprise and students, supporting business and finance in the city. Architecture and Landscape students and staff from the School of Architecture, Landscape & Design have moved into Hepworth House, a radically refurbished building overlooking Queen Square. The Electric Press in Millennium Square is home to the university’s School of Film, Television & Performing Arts. Joined to the Carriageworks Theatre on Millennium Square, home also to the Big Screen partnership, it features fully-equipped studio spaces, editing rooms, a screening room and production offices Local areaLeeds was recently voted the best English city to visit outside London. (Conde Nast Traveller awards 2005) Leeds is the main city in West Yorkshire. It is surrounded by many smaller cities and towns, as well as much open land. It is primarily a commercial city, with an abundance of shops and offices within the city centre. In addition of the hustle and bustle of the busy city centre, there is a great deal of beautiful countryside in the suburbs which can be easily accessed by bus. Leeds is also home to some delightful parks. Roundhay Park is the most popular, and its two large lakes make it a lovely spot to go fishing, or simply relax with a picnic. It has hosted several large concerts including Michael Jackson, U2, and most recently Robbie Williams. In addition to parks, Leeds has many other delightful attractions, such as Tropical World, situated next to Roundhay Park, within which one can find many butterflies, ducks, birds, turtles, and many other creatures including a host of nocturnal mammals. The Royal Armouries is situated within walking distance of the city centre, and is home to medieval armoury. Kirkstall abbey is a short bus journey from the centre of town, and is a beautiful large ruined Cistercian monastery. All this and many more attractions make Leeds a lovely place to spend time in. Teaching qualityRated highly in the areas of learning resources and academic support in the National Student Survey. I found the teaching quality was really good for my course. If students weren't understanding things the tutor soon picked up on it and would hold a group for those who did not understand.. which was nice because it's easier to ask questions in smaller groups. I also found the my personal tutor & lecturers very helpful and were easy to talk to when not understanding something. Applying to Leeds MetThinking of applying to Leeds Met? Why not read some Personal Statements which were used for applying here? Other Leeds Met ArticlesWhy not read these other Leeds Met University article? Leeds Met won the 'Outstanding Contribution to the Local Community' and were highly commended in the ‘University of the Year’ category at the prestigious Times Higher Awards in November Links |
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