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Start your journey in November 2024
Benefit from a free Enhanced Induction programme to help you settle into life in the UK before your pathway programme begins in January 2025.
New pathway to Civil Engineering and Architecture at Leeds
Study in a supportive and friendly environment
Make new friends from around the world
Grow in confidence and enjoy student life in Leeds
Our new tuition fees are live.
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.
Outstanding teaching
Progress to a Russell Group University, ranked 82nd in the world (QS World University Rankings 2025) and 23rd in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2025).
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 in Leeds.
Research excellence
90% of the research submitted by the University of Leeds was rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 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
Our online English Language preparation courses will help you develop your English language skills to the level required to begin your chosen pathway programme.
Prepare for Success
Join our online preparation course at no extra cost, so that you are ready to thrive academically and culturally in your new environment.
‘‘Leeds International Study Centre helped me with the appropriate skills to be prepared for studying at the University of Leeds.’’
Dhionis from Albania
Studied International Foundation Year in Science, Engineering and Computing
Progressed to Biomedical Science at the University of Leeds