PhD in Media and Communication - Visual Media and Communication

University of Leeds

Leeds is a really good place to study as it has a nice campus with lots of study spaces available. The student nightlife is great and relatively cheap. First year accommodation is good compared to other unis when considering price and availability, though some are further than others. It has a well equipped student union. Most of the lecturers I've encountered have been enthusiastic and engaging.

Accomodation has been really good expect for some student unfortunately having struggles with electricity going off over a period of days (central village). University itself has been decent so far with lots of support available

I think the facilities and support provided by the Uni are quite helpful but when it comes to job opportunities for PG students there should be more resources for them. This was something that could be worked on.

The best aspects of the University of Leeds would be that the commitment teachers and tutors have towards their students is like no other I have experienced. We are well looked after, being offered additional support and are also given the opportunity to share what isn’t going so well so they can work on this. I haven’t struggled to make friends and meet new people, as there are numerous opportunities available to us through the accommodations and the union. I have been participating in Leeds Student Radio, which has massively boosted my confidence, and helped to begin my career in radio! Being an autistic student, there are support systems in place, and my personal tutor has really helped me to overcome some of those barriers that I have struggled with. The only downside would be that one module hasn’t been the greatest, we became confused with the reading materials and it impacted us a lot as a group. However, we have raised this concern with the module leaders and action is being taken.

I fully believe that the University of Leeds deserves its recognition as one of the best places to study both in the UK and in the world. It has a vibrant student community, state-of-the-art facilities and a track record in academic excellence. One of the things that make the University of Leeds a great place to study is its union and the togetherness its societies and clubs can bring. he university has over 300 student-led societies, ranging from sports clubs to cultural societies, which provide students with the opportunity to meet like-minded people and get involved in extracurricular activities. The university also has a wide range of social events, including club nights, live music performances, and cultural events, which can help students to relax and unwind after a busy day of studying. For someone like me who has come a long way from home to study, it can be a great way to find people who match your energy and fit in! Furthermore, I think the campus is brilliant. With it being placed in the vicinity of the city centre and other popular areas such as Headingley and Hyde Park, its location is almost perfection! It boasts a mix of old and new buildings, which creates a unique and charming campus atmosphere. The range of historic buildings, including the Parkinson Building and the Clothworkers' Building, add character and charm to the campus environment. However, newer buildings such as the Nexus building also provide a sense of modernity and lavishness whilst also managing to fit in with the campus as a whole. Overall, the university's facilities and mix of old and new buildings contribute to a rich and diverse learning experience for students. However, one downside of the university is the notable Roger Stevens building. For it to be a key lecture theatre and building, it is highly inefficient at moving students in and out and the theatres themselves can often be uncomfortable. Another area for improvement is the university's accommodation. While the university offers a range of accommodation options, they can be on the pricier side and some of them may be further away from campus than what you'd hope to.