The state of Languages learning in the UK
The study of languages including French, German and Spanish has seen ‘significant decreases’ leading to a concern that language learning may disappear altogether in some ‘cold spots’ of the UK.
Arts & Culture News
New exhibition explores Brutalist architecture
A new exhibition at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery explores the progressive architecture of the mid-twentieth century at the University of Leeds and beyond.
Graduate art prize winner announced
BA Fine Art student Astrid Butt has been awarded the 2022 Friends of University Art and Music Graduate prize.
Poet Laureate attends open mic poetry session on campus
Poet Laureate and Professor of Poetry, Simon Armitage, has taken part in a special open mic session for staff and students.
Ancient inscription unveiled to the public
One of the longest surviving inscriptions from Ancient Britain is being unveiled to the public for the first time ever at the University.
Celebrating our community with Campus Live
The University of Leeds has launched its Campus Live programme, inviting students, staff and the local community to get involved in an inspiring series of exhibitions, events and workshops on campus.
Lighting up campus: Light Night 2022
The University of Leeds is hosting three spectacular art installations as part of Light Night 2022.
Mary Beard to give 2022 Alice Bacon Lecture
Renowned scholar Professor Mary Beard is to give the latest public lecture in a University of Leeds series celebrating strong women.
Mary Beard to give latest Alice Bacon Lecture
Renowned scholar Professor Mary Beard is to give the latest public lecture in a University of Leeds series celebrating strong women.
Poet Laureate marks death of Queen Elizabeth II
Simon Armitage, Professor of Poetry at Leeds' School of English, has written a poem to mark the death of Queen Elizabeth II, in his role as Poet Laureate.