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Our Leeds campus hosts both our legal and business courses and is located at the heart of the city’s commercial community, just a five minute walk from the railway station.
About Leeds
With more than 200 law firms operating from the city, Leeds has been described by the UK Legal 500 as ‘second only to London’, offering you the chance to enhance your career prospects by providing access to a large range of major employers.
Boasting a dramatic glazed frontage, high specification interior and roof terrace offering panoramic views of the city’s skyline, our striking seven-story campus replicates the corporate setting of a professional firm.
Our state of the art facility is located on Park Row, one of the most prestigious streets in Leeds, which is just down the road from Leeds Train Station. There are hundreds of restaurants, cafes, bars and pubs to choose from in the city and the Trinity Shopping Centre, which is just minutes away, has a wide variety of popular shops and a cinema.
The compact lecture theatres at our Leeds campus make it easier for you to interact with your lecturers and take part in practical learning. The campus’ library is a great place to get all your revision and research done, with hundreds of books available to take out. This campus hosts a professional standard, state-of-the-art courtroom equipped with video link, meaning witnesses can appear live from anywhere in the world and you can get real experience. As a student at our Leeds campus, you will also have access to real advocacy attire with robes and wigs, making the court room experience that bit more authentic.
You will have many opportunities to get involved in a rich sporting and social life at our Leeds campus and you have the option to start a society yourself. Make the most of student life by getting involved in our social nights, student balls and networking events.
The Leeds employability team are always available to help develop your CV, give you practice interviews and get you in touch with local firms and chambers to increase your experience and confidence.
We reserve a limited number of rooms each year for first-year undergraduate, foundation year, and international students through our nominated service providers at our main campus locations. These are purpose-built student accommodation, fully equipped with modern facilities, and offer a safe and secure living environment. They are either located close to campus or well-connected by public transport, ensuring a convenient commute. For more details, please visit the Accommodation section on our website.
At Leeds, our lecturers and staff pride themselves on delivering the pinnacle of legal and business education and are dedicated to helping you achieve your career ambitions. Our lecturers are all industry professionals that will teach you the practical skills needed to kick start your career.
campusFACILITIES
Library
Free Wifi
Computer suites
Café
Free counsellor
Silent study area
Mock courtroom
Welfare officer
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Finding us
15-16 Park Row
Leeds
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Our Leeds campus is just a five minute walk from the railway station and 30 minutes (by car) from Leeds Bradford Airport.
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+44 (0) 800 289997Learn more about student accommodation in Leeds on our dedicated hub page, explore your options and find out how we can support your search for a place to live.
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Whether your motivation is to meet other students, relax and unwind or burn a few calories, there is something to suit everyone.
At the beginning of each academic year students are invited to apply for positions on the Student Social Committee, supported by the Student Association. Students organise and run the societies at our campuses, meaning you have the opportunity to suggest a society you’d like to take part in at the University and we’ll help you bring it to life.
Here are some of the clubs, societies and events that students have started and run at our Leeds campus previously:
- Amnesty International society, Business & Finance society, Charity Committee, First Love society,
- Legal walks, Networking events, Social nights, Student balls, Student Law society
- Football team, Netball team.
We have an award-winning legal pro bono service available for all students looking to enhance their employability. With a range of national and regional clinics to get involved with there are plenty of opportunities to gain valuable experience.
visit usOpen Days
We run a number of open days, both on campus and virtually, throughout the year which offer an opportunity for you to explore our campuses and experience what it’s like to study with us.
staffMEET YOUR CAMPUS DIRECTOR
Elaine oversees the commercial, operational and administrative affairs of the Campus, ensuring delivery is of a high-quality student experience, promoting the University's mission and strategic ambitions and ensures a positive and inclusive campus environment for students, visitors and staff. Elaine has a wealth of commercial and operational expertise from higher education and private sectors, having managed operations at Burberry plc before holding a number of leadership roles at the University of Bradford.
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FAQs About Leeds Campus
What are the car parking options?
The best way to travel to our Leeds campus is by public transport. Due to our city centre location and limited space, on-site parking is not available for students. For information on nearby parking options and charges, please visit Leeds City Council website.
How easy is to get to campus by public transport?
Located in the heart of Leeds’ commercial district, our campus is easily accessible by public transport. Leeds Train Station is around a five-minute walk away and there are excellent bus links nearby. If you're travelling by car, Leeds Park and Ride offers free parking, with regular bus services operating from Elland Road, Temple Green and Stourton into the city centre. This provides a convenient and affordable way to reach campus, with only the bus fare to pay. For the latest routes, timetables and journey planning information, visit Metro and Park and ride.
Is the Leeds campus accessible?
Our Leeds campus is split across two sites, Park Row and Yorkshire House, which are approximately a five-minute walk apart.
The Park Row campus features an accessible entrance, an accessible toilet with a hoist and lift access to the first floor and above. Please note that there is no fire lift at this location.
Yorkshire House offers adjustable lighting in a limited number of teaching rooms. However, there are no accessible toilets on our floors in this building.
Student parking is not available and there is no ground floor teaching spaces at either location.
For further information on campus accessibility for disabled students, please view our Detailed Access Guide.
Is there support for disabled students?
For disabled students requiring support, we can offer bookable appointments with our Disability and Inclusion Service, either remotely or face to face. We also have private meeting spaces available for appointments with students. You can find out more about the support available here.
Is accommodation within walking distance?
Unfortunately, we don’t provide accommodation for our students. However, we have partnered with Studentpad, a student accommodation search engine that can help you find somewhere suitable to live while you study with us. We also reserve a number of rooms with some of the UK's leading student accommodation providers. This means the proximity of the campus will depend on the location of the accommodation you do choose. Visit our accommodation page for more information on finding somewhere to live during your time with is.
What make the Leeds campus unique?
Our Leeds campus combines a state-of-the-art learning environment with the opportunities of studying in one of the UK’s leading legal centres. Described by the UK Legal 500 as “second only to London”, Leeds offers excellent career prospects, while the city centre location puts restaurants, cafés, bars, shops and cinemas within close reach. Our dedicated lecturers and staff are committed to delivering outstanding legal and business education and helping you achieve your career ambitions.
What is the average cost of living in Leeds?
For students, Leeds provides a good balance of cost, quality of life and university experience. It can be difficult to give accurate cost of living information because every student’s situation is different. However you can visit the UK Cost of Living website to compare the average costs of our main campus cities, the information provided is based on data from the NatWest Student Living Index, Rightmove, Numbeo UK and the Office for National Statistics’ regional figures.
For more information, visit our Cost of living page and Save the Student’s Leeds city guide.
What do current students enjoy most about here?
Students at our Leeds campus have the city's diverse range of attractions and activities to enjoy. Popular highlights include catching a performance at Leeds Playhouse, watching a match at Leeds United Football Club, exploring Leeds Art Gallery and Leeds City Museum or browsing the independent shops within the Corn Exchange. There are also plenty of opportunities for students to socialise and unwind with friends. Favourite activities include a round of mini golf at Junkyard Golf Club, relaxing with a picnic in Roundhay Park or sampling the wide variety of food on offer at Kirkgate Market.
Are there open days or virtual tours available?
We run a number of Open Days throughout the year, both at our Leeds campus and virtually. During our Open Days, you'll be able to explore our facilities and hear first-hand from our current students, academic staff and support teams to learn more about studying at The University of Law in Leeds and to discover how we can support your ambition. Our virtual events are particularly beneficial for those who are unable to visit campus in person, including international students.
Book an Undergraduate Open Day.
Book an Postgraduate Open Day.
If you're unable to attend an Open Day event, we have a Virtual Tour of our Leeds campus available.