Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University is considered to be one of the spacious universities in the United Kingdom. It is a prestigious University with an impressive academic reputation as well as good pass rate of students. Leeds Beckett University is a multicultural University that has led the way for a lot of courses, especially in sports; having teams and facilities that add up to the standard of being well recognized in the United Kingdom. There are also a lot of thrilling and demanding courses offered here, meant to improve communication and specific career skills. The objective is to constantly keep in touch and enhance student involvement with the alumni, all with a goal to provide academic aid to the students. The University works with four core objectives; implement ways to improve the involvement of the alumni and seek out a better insight about student ambitions, to improve intercommunications, to sustain as well as expand the alumni members, and to introduce awareness for the engagement of alumni and adding value to it.

The University was first known as Leeds Polytechnic. Later it changed its name to Leeds Metropolitan University, and today it is officially known as Leeds Beckett University. The foundation of this University dates back to 1824 when the Leeds Mechanic Institute was established. Later on, in 1970, Leeds Polytechnic was founded as part of the Leeds Local Education Authority. It finally became a self-governed Higher Education Corporation in 1989 and attained university status in 1992. The University is located in Leeds, West Yorkshire, England.

• The University has achieved a five out of five stars ranking in terms of its facilities, employability, and globalization.
• It offers over 5,000 student employment placements in leading companies in the UK as well as other developed countries, and opportunities for further studies abroad in places like the US, Australia, and Japan.
• It is well-known for its sports activities with high-end facilities that entice even Olympic Athletes. It also has 40 sports clubs and 85 teams. Possession of an Active Beckett Plus Membership will allow students to use the gyms, swimming pools, and attend fitness classes.
• 90% of the University students find suitable employment within 15 months of graduating.
• Leeds Beckett University is one of the top universities in Leeds.

Leeds Beckett University provides work placement. This is regarded as a great opportunity for students enabling them to get an extravagant experience of going out into the real world. This will equip students with the employability skills required when they apply for jobs elsewhere. The placement cell of the University is also available to help students with developing their CVs and provides support to graduates helping them find good connections in companies that look for graduates at the time of recruitment. Work placements usually lead to getting a permanent position in the same workplace or getting a part-time position in the company, all of which can open up opportunities for other occupations for the student.

According to the Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE), Leeds Beckett University has an employability rating of 97%. Today there are more than 3,884 organizations that offer placements to students graduating from Leeds Beckett University.

The notable alumni of Leeds Beckett University include actors, musicians, politicians, athletes, and others. Some of the notable alumni are:

• Alexander Johan Hjalmar Skarsgard, a Swedish actor who has played many roles in television series and popular films that led to many prizes and awards like the Primetime Emmy Award, Golden Globe Award, and Screen Actors Guild Award.
• Eric Pickles, a British politician who had served as an MP for Brentwood and Ongar for 25 years. He was nominated as the chairman of the Conservative Party for a year and is now the chairman of Conservative Friends of Israel in the House of Lords. 
• Charles Richard Wilson, an English singer-songwriter and frontman of the band Kaiser Chiefs. He has helped in coaching vocalists from “The Voice UK” and had won twice during the fourth and fifth seasons of the same competition. He was the only coach to win for two consecutive years.
• Leslie “Les” Manfield, a Welsh rugby international athlete who was the oldest living player to play as the offense for Wales. After World War II, he played against various countries and had won seven caps for Wales. He retired at 34 years of age and passed away due to complications after a fall.

Student Services:

Understandably, students will be looking for part-time jobs during their studies in the university. It is also important to know where to look for jobs along with putting aside a lot of time for job hunting. When applying for a job, students will require a CV and cover letter, an application form, and there will most likely be an interview before any official recruitment to take place. The University assists students with all these services.

Accommodation:

The University along with the Unipol Student Homes and Leeds Beckett Students’ Union run a house-hunting mission for a better process of seeking accommodation. They also give great advice on how to find a successful option for students that are interested in renting in the private sector.

Medical Services:

The Student Wellbeing Team consists of skilled counselors and mental experts with years of experience. The team will provide adequate assistance for all students for any problem they may face regarding their health in which appointments can also be arranged for a better experience.

Sports Facilities:

Leeds Beckett University is well-known for its top sports facilities. It has such a huge variety of sports that for students to choose from. Students can also get sports scholarships and awards if they perform well in their sports. Otherwise, if they feel they cannot perform well enough, they can also choose to support the sports clubs and athletes in many constructive ways.

Clubs and Societies:

Students can enjoy the sports facilities in the university like the gym and swimming pool provided they go through the requirements needed to be eligible for access. But students are also advised to be part of a club they feel they would fit in best.

Some of the clubs that students can join are:

• American football
• Athletes
• Badminton
• Basketball
• Boxing
• Cheerleading
• Cricket
• Dance
• Football
• Hockey
• Kayaking and Canoeing
• Korfball
• Lacrosse
• Netball
• Rowing
• Surfing
• Swimming
• Volleyball
• Water polo