Why choose Leeds Metropolitan University (LMU), UK

March 10, 2011 - PRLog -- •   Over 90% of international students are very satisfied with the course content and expert lectures at Leeds Met according to the independent International Student Barometer survey.
•   Our University has links with hundreds of institutions world – wide. Over 4,000 international students study at Leeds Metropolitan University representing over 100 nationalities. Students have completed international volunteering projects throughout six continents adding a valuable dimension to their university experience.
•   Our university’s counselling service was ranked first world – wide during the International Student Barometer survey. Specialist support and advice is available from our International Student Advice Service.
•   We offer some of the best quality student accommodation in the country which is competitively priced.
•   Our library was ranked first in the UK and third world – wide during the International Student Barometer survey. Facilities include a fantastic language resource area with one – on – one advice from our full time language advisor.
•   Leeds was voted the most cost effective place  to live in the UK during the Royal Bank of Scotland Student Living Index. The survey also found that Leeds has the third highest weekly earnings from part – time work.
•   Pay your tution fees in the full by 31st August 2011 to receive a 10 % discount. Combined with our competitive fees, Leeds Metropolitan University offers you real value for money.
•   Our Job Shop is one of the largest student employment agencies in the UK and can help you find a part – time work with excellent rates of pay.
•   There are increasing opportunities for international students to undertake work experience, employment or training after graduating. A degree from Leeds Met can greatly enhance your career prospects
•   Rated excellent for allied health professions, business and management, computing and information management, economics, education, English, history, hospitality, leisure, recreation, sport and tourism, nursing. The Sunday Times University Guide.
•   We make a special effort to welcome you to Leeds Met. We meet you and take you to your accommodation when you arrive in Leeds and organise welcome events so you can meet students and tutors before your course begins.

Leeds – the UK’s favourite city

Located in Yorkshire which is UK’s largest county. Leeds is a top university destination with a vibrant and growing international community. The city’s rich culture diversity is reflected in all areas of the city life, including shopping, cuisine and social activities.
Leeds central location makes it easy to travel throughout the UK. It is major city with its own international airport offering daily flights to many international destinations. There is a fast rail service to many UK cities; London is just two and a half hours away by train. Leeds is a perfect location from which to explore the UK and Europe.

Student Life

Being at university is about far more than just your studies. You will have many opportunities to get involved with the variety of clubs and societies to get the most out of your time as a student.

Social programme Leeds central location makes it an ideal base to explore the UK. You can join the social programme free of charge and benefit from reasonably priced excursions to popular tourist destinations throughout the UK. Resent events include trips to York, Scotland, the coast and the home of Shakespeare.
www.leedsmet.ac.uk/internat/social

Our university has one of the best sports centres in the country, providing access to a huge range of top – class sports facilities, programmes and activities. There are opportunities to play in friendly games, compete in BUCS league or join the sports club.
www.leedsme.ac.uk/carnegie/sport

Working whilst your study:

If you hold a visa you can work up to 20 hours per week during term – time and additional hours during holidays. Working part time will give you valuable income, work experience and to enhance your English language ability. The University’s Job Shop is one of the largest student employment agencies in the UK and can help you find a part – time work.

Many courses offer the opportunity to complete up to one year of employment experience as part of the course. Completion of a work placement enables you to demonstrate that you have the employability skills required to make a real difference in your chosen career and can enhance your academic performance and career prospects.

We work in partnership with industry to ensure that the skills and knowledge learned on our courses is of value to employers. This helps to give you that extra competitive edge and is just one reason why Leeds Met has such as excellent graduate employment record.

Careers Service

Our dedicated careers service offers expert advice and a comprehensive range of resources to help you find employment. You can speak to members of staff from our careers office who can offer advice on your CV and letter of application.
http://careers.leedsmet.ac.uk

Links in India:

Leeds Met is closely linked to the Indian Subcontinent and opened an office in 2004 to enable progression of links with India and to demonstrate their long term commitment to the Indian market.

In 2007, a Leeds Met Indian Alumni  Association was launched and consists of over 500 members that meet annually. The last meeting was graced by the famous actor Rahul Bose whose links with the university are because of his interest in Rugby.
During the event , Rahul said , “My association with Leeds Met has not been for too long, but it has been a pleasure to know them. Leeds Met is not just about being studious; it is a place where one sees the overall growth of an individual. The university is into sports, social cause and films. All three of these are very much part of me.”

In 2007, Leeds formed a partnership with the IIFA Awards of Indian Cinema and gave Amitabh Bachchan , Shabana Azmi , Yash Chopra and Praful Patel honorary doctorates at a grand ceremony at the Headingly campus. While accepting the award, Amitabh said, “It is a privilege and honour to receive this accolade from this prestigious university alongside colleagues from my fraternity. Education opens up a myriad of opportunities and is an amalgamation of diverse disciplines with campus years broadening knowledge and aiding personality development.”

In 2010, Leeds Met partnered the Commonwealth Games in Delhi and volunteers from the university spent a month assisting the Organising Committee to successfully deliver the games.

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