What to Expect from Student Life in Leeds

Leeds is a student city packed with delicious food, things to do, and plenty to discover all year round. It's a city bursting with character, and the student lifestyle is rivalled by few other locations in the UK and abroad. But what does living in Leeds actually look like as a student?

Here's what to expect from student life in Leeds.

Accommodation

If you're a student living in Leeds, you have incredible accommodation options, from en suite rooms to private studios — many just a short trip from campus.

Prices range from around £170 to £335 per week, depending on the type of room you like. You can find some of the best student accommodation in Leeds at

-       Altus House

-       Marsden House

-       iQ Leeds

Another great thing about Leeds is its proximity to Huddersfield — it's just a 20-minute train ride away. So, you can look for accommodation there too.

Studying

With one of the largest student populations in the UK, Leeds is home to some incredible universities—the University of Leeds, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds City College, and Leeds Art University, to name a few.

The city's education network is one of the country's best, attracting a diverse range of talented students and faculty.

Affordability

According to NatWest's student living index, Leeds has the 7th lowest student cost of living in the UK. Here's what you can expect to pay on average for the following:

- A pint at the pub - £4.54

- Takeaways - £14.95

- A night out - £31.51

Food and hospitality

Leeds has a diverse food scene with hundreds of affordable restaurants students can choose from. Serving up everything from classic pub fare to Japanese fusion and fine dining, there's something for everyone to enjoy and a lot of new flavours to be discovered.

Click here to see some of our favourites.

Social life

With one of the biggest student populations in the UK, the city of Leeds is infamous for its vibrant social scene. 

With bars, pubs, converted industrial spaces, and loads of late-night eateries, Leeds is the perfect place for a night out with friends. But that's not all the city's social scene has to offer — there are countless societies and organisations where students can come together to pursue their hobbies in a social environment. And with hundreds of students under one roof when they choose purpose-built student accommodation, the opportunities for making new friends are endless.

Entertainment

Home to the much-loved Elland Road stadium and Leeds United, football fanatics will have no shortage of entertainment in Leeds.

But, for those less inclined toward the beautiful game, the city has plenty of other options. The colossal Roundhay Park is popular with students flocking there summer-long for fresh air, picnics, and outdoor study sessions. The Grand Theatre and Opera House is another student favourite, perfect for date night. And, of course, there is the famous First Direct Arena, which has hosted some of the world's top talent, from Sir Elton John to Jimmy Carr.

Student life in Leeds

Student life in Leeds means one thing - fun. It's an epic city with an endless supply of things to do and enjoy, whatever your interests or budget. This lifestyle, combined with its top-tier educational offerings, is why so many students return year after year.