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Make new friends from around the world
Grow in confidence and enjoy student life in Leeds
Welcome to Leeds International Study Centre
for progression to the University of Leeds
The International Study Centre is your first step to a prestigious degree at a top-ranked UK university.
Start your course in this academic year and progress to the University of Leeds next autumn.
A fantastic opportunity
Progress to a Russell Group University, ranked 20th in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2023) and among the world top 100 (QS World University Rankings 2023).
Study and live in Leeds
An exciting and vibrant student city, full of culture, green spaces, and opportunity. You'll be joining 60,000 other students here.
Research excellence
90% of the University of Leeds's research activity is considered ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent' (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
International Foundation Year
Over two semesters, you will gain the skills needed to enter the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Leeds.
International Year One
Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree, the International Year One allows you to gain key skills in a safe, international environment.
English language courses
Develop your English language levels before you start your pathway programme with a dedicated course.
Prepare for success
Gain the competitive edge before you start your academic programme with our online preparation course.
‘‘Leeds International Study Centre helped me with the appropriate skills to be prepared for studying at the University of Leeds.’’
Dhionis from Greece
Studied International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and ComputingProgressed to Biomedical Science at the University of Leeds