University News

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Grab a Pint of Science with University researchers

Published
Monday 9th April, 2018
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University
Science

University of Leeds scientists will bring science to the local pub this May, discussing everything from microbubbles to sustainable cities.

Kim Daybell

University athletes competing in Commonwealth Games

Published
Wednesday 4th April, 2018
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University

Eight University of Leeds students and alumni, including the Brownlee brothers Alistair and Jonny, have travelled to the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games in Australia to compete for their countries.

Students at the University of Leeds in pre-coronavirus times

Students vote Leeds top three in the UK

Published
Thursday 22nd March, 2018
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University

The University of Leeds has come third in the UK in a major survey that asks students about their experience while studying.

Transport Systems Catapault

University and Transport Systems Catapult announce alliance

Published
Tuesday 13th March, 2018
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Working with business
University

The University and the Transport Systems Catapult have announced a ‘Deep Academic Alliance’ agreement which will support the development and implementation of innovative transport technologies.

be curious

Invitation to 'Be Curious' about University research

Published
Monday 12th March, 2018
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University

The University is hosting a free, family-friendly event on Saturday 17 March to showcase some of its world-leading research to members of the public.

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Students and the city: InLeeds Day

Published
Wednesday 21st February, 2018
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Working with business
University

InLeeds Day, an initiative that encourages students to stay in Leeds after their studies, takes place today across the city, supported by Northern Powerhouse Minister Jake Berry.

Later rounds of the competition take place in the University of Leeds' Great Hall

New era, stronger partnership with piano contest

Published
Monday 5th February, 2018
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University
Arts & Culture

The global reach of one of the world’s leading piano competitions is being significantly extended thanks to a renewed partnership with the University of Leeds.

Engineering

New funding for PhD places announced by Business Secretary

Published
Friday 2nd February, 2018
Categories
Business and partnerships
University

The University is to receive £6 million in funding for additional PhD places as part of a major investment in science and engineering in the UK, announced by Business Secretary Greg Clark.