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Leeds Arts University

(4.6)
7 reviews
Complete University Guide 2026 ranking
103
103

Overview

Leeds Arts University information

Level of study
Undergraduate96%Postgraduate4%
Mode of study
Full-time100%Part-time0%
Gender ratio
Female73%Male26%Other1%
Where students come from
International7%UK93%
Number of students
2,170
Source: HESA

About Leeds Arts University

UCAS code: L28

At Leeds Arts University you'll be part of a creative community where students collaborate across courses and tutors will know your name. The University is the only specialist arts University in the North of England with a history that dates back to 1846.

Source: Leeds Arts University

Tuition fees at Leeds Arts University

  • First year tuition fees for UK students are £9,535 for all courses.
  • International students pay between £18,000 and £18,900 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £18,000.

Job prospects

Undergraduate

£19k

Average graduate salary

83%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

79%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from Leeds Arts University

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from Leeds Arts University

Leeds Arts University open days

Are you thinking of applying to this university?

Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.

Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are Leeds Arts University's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

104-120 UCAS points
Games Art

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Fashion Marketing (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Animation

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Fine Art

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Marketing Communications (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Illustration

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Textile Design (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Games Design (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Music Production (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Visual Communication

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Acting for Screen (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Music Production

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Comic and Concept Art

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Illustration (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Creative Writing (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Fashion Marketing

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Visual Communication (with placement year)

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Textile Design

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Games Design

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

104-120 UCAS points
Acting for Screen

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

Leeds Arts University student reviews

(4.6)
Based on 7 reviews from Leeds Arts University's students and alumni
5 star
57%
4 star
43%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
All reviews

Showing 7 reviews

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Not as many all-round clubs as other unis due to it being an arts uni

(4)
Student Union

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Five stars: Excellent

(5)
University life

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Five stars: Excellent

(5)
Finance

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Five stars: Excellent

(5)
Support

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Four stars: Great

(4)
Facilities

Foundation year student

3 years ago

Four stars: Great

(4)
Course

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Leeds Arts University

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

88%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

91%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

84%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

75%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

89%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

82%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

85%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

92%

high

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

81%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

89%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

80%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

80%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

95%

high

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

78%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

91%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

90%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

74%

med

How well organised is your course?

69%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

92%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

94%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

92%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

69%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

87%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

85%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

75%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

92%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

90%

high

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