Experiences and opportunities

Activities during the University holidays

Daffodils growing near the Roger Stevens building

Find out when the University will be closed and learn about the support, activities and opportunities available during the holidays.

Meet people and get involved

  • Study abroad opportunities

    Studying abroad is a great way to explore your studies from a new perspective while experiencing new cultures and languages, boosting your employability, and making friends.

    A study abroad student sits on a rock, facing over a valley with a river snaking through it.

  • Volunteering opportunities

    Search the wide range of volunteering opportunities at the University, in the Leeds community and abroad.

    MA student volunteer sitting and laughing with their penpal from the Writing Back programme

  • Ways to meet new people

    Discover events and activities where you can meet new people, share your culture and learn from others.

    Three students chatting at a table at Global Café

  • Learn a language

    Learn a language through language modules, language courses and free resources.

    Two students working in the Language Centre using pens and paper

  • Represent students at the University

    Improve the university experience for yourself and others by sharing your feedback and making your voice heard.

    View of top of Parkinson tower and the Great Hall from the University Precinct

Careers and employability

  • Careers

    Find out about our careers support, search for jobs and internships and read careers advice and resources.

    Student sitting talking to an advisor at a postgraduate open day

  • Start your own business

    Find out about the support and business advice available if you are thinking of starting your own business or freelancing.

    Spark business plan competition winner holding a trophy

  • Leadership programmes

    Develop your leadership skills alongside your studies with our range of leadership programmes.

    Group photo of a Leeds KAIST leadership programme cohort

  • Research opportunities for undergraduates

    Develop your research skills through research programmes and placements, academic conferences and awards.

    Two students talking at the Student Sustainability Research conference