The University of Leicester

The University of Leicester is a leading UK University, delivering high quality education and research that has an international impact. The discover of DNA genetic fingerprinting and pioneering space exploration are among our most famous achievements, but our world class research stretches across all subjects.

The Campus

Leicester is a campus university – to walk from one end to the other will take less than 10 minutes, provided a friend doesn’t stop you for a chat. Close to the department you will find coffee bars, restaurants and shops all operated for students. Study facilities such as computer suites and our landmark university library are on site, as is the award winning Students’ Union. Find out more about what it's like to study at Leicester.

Accommodation

The Halls of Residence are set within stunning grounds, a short distance from the campus and near the main sports facilities. A regular bus service connects the campus and halls and the Students’ Union also runs a night minibus service. Each hall has its own dining facilities, common room and bar. Self-catering accommodation is also available. Undergraduate students are guaranteed a place in University allocated accommodation if you firmly accept our offer of a place and apply for accommodation by 1st September.

The City of Leicester

Leicester is a vibrant and exciting city in which to be a student. During term, 12% of the city’s population of 300,000 are students, making it a student city in every sense.

The city centre is impressive and full of character. The market is the largest covered, open-air market in Europe and has a range of goods to suit every taste and budget. The award-winning Highcross Centre is home to a huge range of shops, cafes and restaurants, whilst the city centre also boasts an eclectic mix of bars, pubs and clubs. Europe's longest running Comedy Festival is staged at venues across the city every year. There are four theatres, multiplex and arthouse cinemas and the UK’s award-winning National Space Centre.

Sport is strong in the city with county cricket (Leicestershire), football (Leicester City) and rugby (the Leicester Tigers).

Leicester is Britain’s first Environment City and the countryside around the city is beautiful. The open spaces of the ancient Bradgate Park and the Derbyshire Dales are accessible for both leisure activities and geological field trips.

Leicester is at the centre of the UK and with the city and train station only 15 minutes walk from campus it is a great location to explore the rest of the country. London is 100 miles to the south and just over an hour away by train. The international airports at Birmingham and East Midlands are located within 45 minutes of the city.