Vaccinations

We encourage all students to get their vaccinations before coming to university. This is because it can take a few weeks to build up immunity.

If you’re not able to get vaccinated before you arrive, you should register with a doctor when you get to Leeds.

Vaccinations for international students

If you’re an international student coming to Leeds from outside the UK, bring a record of your vaccinations with your essential documents. You do not need to tell the University if you’ve been vaccinated.

Tuberculosis

International students from countries where you need a tuberculosis test for your UK visa application should use a clinic approved by the Home Office.

Tuberculosis (TB) is a bacterial infection. You can catch it by inhaling small droplets from the coughs or sneezes of a person with the infection.

TB mainly affects the lungs, but it can affect any part of the body, including your:

tummy or abdomen
glands
bones
and nervous system.

Meningitis

Meningococcal meningitis/septicaemia is an uncommon illness, but it can be serious. People with meningitis can become ill fast and should seek urgent medical attention.

See our meningitis page for more information on meningitis symptoms, what to do if you have symptoms and meningitis vaccines.

Mumps

In recent years, there has been a rise in cases of mumps. Though mumps cases are usually mild, the disease can cause significant infections for some people.