1. Welcome

2. Leeds the University An international university Established in 1904 Member of the Russell Group Quality in teaching & research Modern & innovative World wide recognition International collaboration NCUK

3. Students and Staff 30,000 students in total 5,000 students from outside the UK 7,600 staff in total 2,700 research, teaching and academic 1,900 academic related and technical

4. Research Excellence 14 th in Times Higher Education’s League Table of research quality More than half of schools or subjects ranked in top 10 in latest RAE rankings (2008) 8th in UK ‘Research Power’ league Research income > 90 million GBP Interdisciplinary and emerging fields encouraged

5. Faculty of Environment The Faculty is comprised of 3 Schools, each is recognised as internationally excellent (5 or 5*) in the UK’s national Research Assessment Exercise. 400 staff and 140 research students with over 1200 undergraduates and 200 taught postgraduate students. Subjects offered include geology, environmental science and management, human and physical geography, and transport planning. Topics studied include earth resources (such as petroleum and water), climate measurement and modelling, tropical ecology, spatial policy and planning, transport congestion, safety and pollution.

6. School of Earth and Environment Formed from the merger of the School of Earth Sciences and School of Environment in 2004. One of the largest schools in the UK with >90 academic staff, >50 support and teaching staff, >100 postgraduate research students. We use multidisciplinary approaches to study the Earth from its core to its atmosphere. We also examine the social and economic dimensions of sustainability. We are supported by a wide range of well-equipped laboratories, instrument workshops and continually upgraded computer facilities. We have strong links with industry thereby giving our graduates excellent employment prospects.

7. School of Earth and Environment Growing from the strongest foundations of excellence Established as world-class centre for earth & environmental research home to over 1,000 students Built with visionary support from the University

8. School of Earth and Environment Vision to – Lead internationally in research on, & between, Earth and Environmental Sciences and Environmental Social Sciences to improve understanding of global environmental & social challenges Deliver high quality integrated degree programmes Enabled by staff, facilities, partnerships & excellence

9. School of Earth and Environment Rated at the highest level in recent Teaching Quality Assessments. Our students learn in a stimulating and innovative environment, and are taught by professionally accredited staff. Internationally renowned research department with grading of 5 in all Research Assessment Exercises. Earth and Environmental Systems Science is one of the University's GOLD peaks of research excellence. Research and teaching are supported by well- equipped laboratories, an instrument workshop and computer facilities which are constantly upgraded.

10. Undergraduate Programmes: We offer programmes in… BSc / MGeol Geological Sciences BSc / MGeophys Geophysical Sciences BSc / MEnv Meteorology and Climate Science BSc / MEnv Environmental Science BA Environment and Business *NEW for 2012* BSc / MEnv Sustainability and Environmental Management

11. Masters Programmes: We are one of the leading providers of taught Masters in the UK - MSc Structural Geology with Geophysics MSc Exploration Geophysics MSc Engineering Geology MRes Physics of the Earth & Atmosphere and…

12. …we also offer the following MSc programmes in Sustainability: Climate Change Business Environment & Corporate Responsibility Environmental Consultancy & Project Management Environment & Development Ecological Economics Environmental Politics & Policy Transport and: MRes Sustainability Research

13. PhD research: We welcome PhD applications for projects in any of the following broad areas… Sedimentary processes Palaeontology and Palaeoclimates Structural Geology / Tectonics Crystalline rocks and ores Environmental Geochemistry Geoenvironmental Engineering Geophysics Petroleum Geoscience Atmospheric Composition Atmospheric Dynamics and Climate Aerosol and Cloud Processes Ecological Economics Sustainable Business Environment and Development Risk and Sustainability

14. Academic Facilities Located on a single city centre campus Fourth largest research library in the UK –2.8+ million items –On-line access –Take a virtual tour http://www.leeds.ac.uk/library/podcasts/ Outstanding specialist laboratory facilities in all Science and Engineering disciplines Computing –24 hr clusters –Internet in all student rooms –Wireless across campus

15. Language Centre Pre-sessional courses In-sessional English and foreign languages Open to all staff and students at the University - huge variety (40+ languages) International TV channels to allow you to keep up-to-date with events in your home countries

16. Career Opportunities Careers Centre for advice on job search CV and interview clinics Major international companies interview on campus Dedicated adviser on international student employability School / Employer partnerships including UK Environment Agency & Meteorological Office, and global corporations such as BP & Shell.

17. Work placements (Undergraduate) Careers centre / departments help arrangements through industry and alumni links Additional year between levels 2 and 3, available with all courses Why do a work placement? Make contacts with employers (useful for Post Study Work Scheme) Gain skills and experience, Earn salary mid-degree (average around £15,000) Increase confidence and improve your academic results in final year http://careerweb.leeds.ac.uk

18. Leeds Student Union Leeds voted best in UK – again! Fun, social life, entertainment, events Make friends of all nationalities Supermarket, hairdressers, optician, banks, book shop… Members get good discounts on entertainment & shopping Huge range of clubs and societies – cultural, sporting and special interest

19. Sport at Leeds New swimming pool and sports centre opened in May 2010 Sport at all levels – recreational, performance or excellence Extensive outdoor facilities for cricket, rugby, football, hockey… Indoor facilities for badminton, 5-a- side, table tennis, squash etc 3 gyms - CV training and weights 2 outdoor pursuits centres in Yorkshire Dales & Lake District

20. Accommodation Guaranteed for duration of study Wide choice of facilities / costs Self catering or catered residences Wardens and pastoral care Internet connection in most rooms http://accommodation.leeds.ac.uk Good choice of private sector accommodation www.unipol.co.uk

21. Undergraduate Programmes and Foundation Year Programmes Available International Foundation Year Bachelors degree Single Honours Joint Honours Entry Qualifications Good scores in A level, IB or equivalent English Language Qualification Mathematics at GCSE grade C or equivalent

22. How to apply for undergraduate study Foundation Year, apply directly to the University Bachelors programmes, apply online via UCAS (each applicant has 5 choices):

23. Postgraduate Taught Programmes Programmes Available MSc / MRes usually 12 months in duration 2 semesters coursework (September – June) Summer project dissertation / project (July – September) Forms of Assessment Traditional examination Project or presentation Assessed essays (3000 words plus) Dissertations (10,000 words plus)

24. What you need University application form – online application available http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply.htm Transcripts from your University – UK Bachelor Degree 2:1 or equivalent required. Reference letters from academic staff who know your work Statement of motivation CV/Resume When to apply? All masters courses start in September so we strongly recommend that applications are submitted as early as possible!

25. Postgraduate Research Degrees Programmes Available PhD (usually 3 years) MPhil (usually 2 years) MSc by research (usually 1 year)

26. What you need University application form – application form can be downloaded http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/appfmweb.doc Apply online http://www.leeds.ac.uk/students/apply_research.htm Transcripts from your University Reference letters from academic staff who know your work Your research proposal

27. Academic Fees and Living Costs Fees (per year 2011 entry) Arts/Business/Social Sciences £11,800 Engineering/Science £15,600 (general guide, individual courses may vary) Living Costs 9 months (undergraduate)£6,800 12 months (postgraduate) £9,100 One of the most cost-effective places to study in Britain (Natwest Student Living Index 2008)

28. Scholarships (2011 entry) For Newcastle College students: 1 Business scholarship - £2500 towards tuition fees 1 General scholarship (all subject areas) - £2000 towards tuition fees www.leeds.ac.uk/international/scholarships For NCUK IFY students: Business - £2500 towards tuition fees Overall 75% with no single module below a grade B http://business.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduate/scholarships/ Maths -£3000 AAB including A in Maths, or AA in Maths and Further Maths www.maths.leeds.ac.uk/admissions/applyingNCUK.html All international students - http://scholarships.leeds.ac.uk

29. Excellent Student Support Student Medical Centre Counselling Service Union Welfare Officer Personal Tutors Student Societies Chaplaincy

30. Excellent Student Support International Student Office Welcome and Orientation Programme Skills centre Job Link – part-time job vacancies

31. The City of Leeds Student friendly Commercial and legal centre Theatre and Music Museums and galleries Sporting City Historical places to visit Restaurants and bars Annual calendar of outdoor events including ice skating, fun fairs, exhibitions and concerts

32. Shopping Facilities “Leeds. The UK’s best shopping destination” Rough Guide to Britain 2007

33. Places of worship

35. School of something FACULTY OF OTHER International Office www.leeds.ac.uk/international/ study@leeds.ac.uk Thank you! study@leeds.ac.uk