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Students walk down the steps by the Edward Boyle Library on the University of Leeds campus

Students walk down the steps by the Edward Boyle Library on the University of Leeds campus

Discover your next steps to postgraduate study at our Masters Discovery Fair on Wednesday 11 March:

๐Ÿง‘โ€๐Ÿ’ผ Explore career support and opportunities
๐Ÿ’ฐ Get funding advice
๐Ÿ’ฌ Speak to academic staff
๐Ÿ™๏ธ Learn about life as a postgraduate student at Leeds

Find out more ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bit.ly/4s6w5GX

23.02.2026 16:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Majjah Masjid Mosque in Hyde Park during sunset

Majjah Masjid Mosque in Hyde Park during sunset

Ramadan Mubarak to all those observing across our Leeds community.

We wish you a month of peace, blessings, community and happiness โ˜ช๏ธ

If youโ€™re observing Ramadan while studying or working at the University, find out more about the support available ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://students.leeds.ac.uk/ramadansupport

19.02.2026 12:38 ๐Ÿ‘ 11 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
A stylized yellow horse surrounded by floral patterns is depicted on a red background. The text reads, "Happy Year of the Horse 2026."

A stylized yellow horse surrounded by floral patterns is depicted on a red background. The text reads, "Happy Year of the Horse 2026."

Happy Year of the Fire Horse! ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŽ

We would like to wish everyone here at Leeds a year of passion, progress, and positive change.

Keep exploring, keep learning, and make the most of every moment on campus.

17.02.2026 10:05 ๐Ÿ‘ 14 ๐Ÿ” 5 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
The WASH Systems for Health team, which is a large group smiling at the camera, during a workshop in Abuja, Nigeria

The WASH Systems for Health team, which is a large group smiling at the camera, during a workshop in Abuja, Nigeria

Researchers from Leeds are helping to strengthen sanitation systems across subโ€‘Saharan Africa and South Asia.

Read more about the work researchers are doing to support the production of clean water and reduce preventable deaths ๐Ÿ”ฝ

www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...

12.02.2026 12:10 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Three students are seated at a table studying with laptops in the library. They are in a well-lit room with red booth dividers.

Three students are seated at a table studying with laptops in the library. They are in a well-lit room with red booth dividers.

Did you miss our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day? Weโ€™ve got you!

Watch online talks from our postgraduate community specialists on demand now.

Find out about: ๏ธ
โœ๏ธAdmissions
๐Ÿ’ฐFunding and scholarships
๐ŸกAccommodation
๐ŸคฉStudent experience
๐Ÿ“ˆAdvancing your career

Watch now โฌ‡๏ธ
https://bit.ly/4tqYqsY

10.02.2026 12:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Are you Team Traitor or Team Faithful for tonight's finale? ๐Ÿ—ก๏ธ

Professor Beth Johnson (Media and Communication) reflects on how #TheTraitors is bringing workplaces, families and friendship groups together for a collective TV experience with @itvnews.bsky.social ๐Ÿ“บ โฌ‡๏ธ

www.itv.com/news/2026-01...

23.01.2026 13:25 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sunset over the street outside the Parkinson Building, with buildings lining the road and a few pedestrians silhouetted against an orange pink sky.

Sunset over the street outside the Parkinson Building, with buildings lining the road and a few pedestrians silhouetted against an orange pink sky.

Well done to everyone finishing exams and good luck to those with a few left.

Take some time to relax and unwind ๐Ÿ˜ฎโ€๐Ÿ’จ

We hope your results reflect the effort youโ€™ve put in. If they donโ€™t, support is available ๐Ÿค

Find out more here ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://students.leeds.ac.uk/assessments/doc/after-assessments

23.01.2026 13:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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A new project, aiming to provide Muslim communities across the UK with the skills to host local astronomy hubs and moon-gazing events, is being established by the University of Leeds and @cam.ac.uk ๐ŸŒ™

To read more, click the link below ๐Ÿ‘‡

www.leeds.ac.uk/news/article...

15.01.2026 10:14 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Looking down towards two people who are working on laptops inside booths inside a cafรฉ. They are working on wooden tables, one of which has two mobile phones, and a tray with a hot drink and sandwich on it, and their jackets, a patterned scarf and grey and black rucksacks are placed on the seats next to them. There is a wooden shelf containing books, jugs and plants above them and in the foreground.

Looking down towards two people who are working on laptops inside booths inside a cafรฉ. They are working on wooden tables, one of which has two mobile phones, and a tray with a hot drink and sandwich on it, and their jackets, a patterned scarf and grey and black rucksacks are placed on the seats next to them. There is a wooden shelf containing books, jugs and plants above them and in the foreground.

Today marks the first day of exams!

Good luck everyone, youโ€™re going to smash it.

If you need any help or support during exam season, click the link below ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://www.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduate-offer/doc/wellbeing-and-support

12.01.2026 09:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Cityscape including two spires and Parkinson Building clock tower under a clear blue sky.

Cityscape including two spires and Parkinson Building clock tower under a clear blue sky.

Happy New Year to our community โ€“ wishing you all a positive and successful year ahead ๐ŸŽ‰

As we reflect on a great year, we look ahead with excitement to the opportunities 2026 will bring ๐ŸŒŸ

01.01.2026 10:16 ๐Ÿ‘ 19 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Sign for Art and Christmas tree in Beech Grove Plaza. Santa rides into the sky in his sleigh with his reindeer. There is a pile of wrapped presents underneath the tree as well as three campus bunnies with santa hats on.

Sign for Art and Christmas tree in Beech Grove Plaza. Santa rides into the sky in his sleigh with his reindeer. There is a pile of wrapped presents underneath the tree as well as three campus bunnies with santa hats on.

Happy Christmas and best wishes from the University of Leeds and our fuzzy campus friends ๐Ÿฐ๐ŸŽ…๐ŸŽ„โœจ

25.12.2025 09:13 ๐Ÿ‘ 13 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Close up of part of the Christmas tree in Beech Grove Plaza. You can see people talking and The Great Hall in the background.

Close up of part of the Christmas tree in Beech Grove Plaza. You can see people talking and The Great Hall in the background.

Wishing our community a happy winter break โ€” the University is now closed until Monday 5 January ๐ŸŽ„

Check out opening times, support, and activities that will be available to those in Leeds over the winter break ๐Ÿ‘‡

https://students.leeds.ac.uk/support-guidance/doc/holiday-opening-hours-support

23.12.2025 16:59 ๐Ÿ‘ 8 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Graduates in ceremonial attire and other people gather outside the Great Hall at University of Leeds on a sunny day, with leafless trees and clear blue skies.

Graduates in ceremonial attire and other people gather outside the Great Hall at University of Leeds on a sunny day, with leafless trees and clear blue skies.

Winter Graduation has now finished ๐ŸŽ“

Congratulations to all our graduates, best wishes for the start of a new, exciting chapter and welcome to the @leedsalumni.bsky.social community ๐Ÿฅณ

#LeedsGrad

19.12.2025 15:59 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today is #InternationalMountainDay, and this year's theme highlights the importance of glacier preservation.

On our How To Fixโ€ฆ podcast, Leeds academics Duncan Quincey and Lauren Rawlins, with alum Kenton Cool, discussed how we can minimise the impact of melting glaciers.

Listen: pod.fo/e/34cbac

11.12.2025 10:11 ๐Ÿ‘ 10 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Graduates in suits and gowns wear caps while taking photos in front of the Great Hall and Clothworkers Building during a Winter Graduation ceremony. The red brick, stained glass, festive lights, and bare trees create a vibrant atmosphere.

Graduates in suits and gowns wear caps while taking photos in front of the Great Hall and Clothworkers Building during a Winter Graduation ceremony. The red brick, stained glass, festive lights, and bare trees create a vibrant atmosphere.

Our Winter graduation ceremonies begin today ๐Ÿฅณ

Itโ€™s our virtual graduation today, with our in-person ceremonies starting on Friday.

Huge congratulations to everyone graduating over the next week or so! We're so pleased to welcome you to the @leedsalumni.bsky.social community ๐Ÿ’š

#LeedsGrad

10.12.2025 11:31 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 3 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Two students chatting in the library over a book, with another student sat behind them focusing on their work.

Two students chatting in the library over a book, with another student sat behind them focusing on their work.

Interested in pursuing a Masters but missed our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day?

Weโ€™ve got you!

Watch our talks to get more information on:
โœ๏ธ Admissions
๐Ÿ’ฐ Funding and scholarships
๐Ÿก Accommodation
๐Ÿคฉ Student experience
๐Ÿ“ˆ Advancing your career

Watch now โฌ‡๏ธ
https://bit.ly/44An27Z

08.12.2025 15:26 ๐Ÿ‘ 3 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Students engaged in discussion in a university lecture hall, with one using a laptop.

Students engaged in discussion in a university lecture hall, with one using a laptop.

Four individuals sitting on a wooden bench on University campus.

Four individuals sitting on a wooden bench on University campus.

Our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day is this weekend๐ŸŽ‰

We will be covering student life, employability, funding opportunities and more ๐Ÿคฉ

Find out more about postgraduate study at Leeds by signing up now ๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bit.ly/4psdQu8

26.11.2025 16:13 ๐Ÿ‘ 6 ๐Ÿ” 2 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Graphic featuring a person examining textile samples in a lab, with text saying "Leeds recognised with the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education" and sub-text saying "Honouring the University's 150-years of research, innovation and global impact in textiles.

Graphic featuring a person examining textile samples in a lab, with text saying "Leeds recognised with the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education" and sub-text saying "Honouring the University's 150-years of research, innovation and global impact in textiles.

The prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prize for Higher and Further Education โ€“ part of the UK national Honours system โ€“ recognises Leedsโ€™ outstanding, 150-years of textile research.

We delve into the history and explore the innovation driving the next chapter ๐Ÿ‘‡ https://www.leeds.ac.uk/qep

25.11.2025 20:33 ๐Ÿ‘ 22 ๐Ÿ” 9 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
People painting Portugese tiles at the Portugese tile making workshop.

People painting Portugese tiles at the Portugese tile making workshop.

For the full Leeds City of Languages programme and for more event information ๐Ÿ‘‡

leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/

@lahri.bsky.social

20.11.2025 12:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

๐ŸŽถ Leeds City of Languages Closing Ceremony: Concert โ€“ Isabella Bretz and Rodrigo Lana (Brazil)
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Friday 21 November
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ 7pm
๐Ÿ“ Clothworkers Centenary Concert Hall

๐Ÿ’ƒ Chinese Dance Workshop: Leeds Chinese Community School
๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Sunday 23 November
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ 12pm
๐Ÿ“ Temple Moor High School

20.11.2025 12:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธRoundtable and Q&A: Towards a Sustainable Future for Languages in UK Education with special guests Michael Lynas, Director Duolingo UK and Duo the owl
๐Ÿ—“๏ธFriday 21 November
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ3:30pm
๐Ÿ“Newlyn Building GR.01

20.11.2025 12:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Here is a small snapshot of some of the events on ๐Ÿ‘‡

๏ธ โœ๏ธ Chinese Calligraphy Workshop
๏ธ ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Thursday 20 November
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ 2pm
๐Ÿ“ Parkinson Building B.08

โšฝTalk: Football in Colombia: a decade of meaning
๐Ÿ—“๏ธThursday 20 November
๐Ÿ•ฐ๏ธ4pm
๐Ÿ“Baines Wing 3.06

20.11.2025 12:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Chinese Calligraphy brushes and ink. There is a Leeds City of Languages promotional leaflet too.

Chinese Calligraphy brushes and ink. There is a Leeds City of Languages promotional leaflet too.

Leeds City of Languages festival will be running until 24 November โ€“ if you havenโ€™t made it to any of the events there are some great activities still to come ๐ŸŽ‰

The festival is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections across the world ๐ŸŒ

20.11.2025 12:32 ๐Ÿ‘ 4 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Postgraduate Virtual Open Day โ€“ Saturday 29 November See where a Masters can take you. Join us live to learn how investing in your future with a postgraduate degree at a world top 100 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) could help you achieve...

Join us on 29 November to exploreย funding options, careers, and life as a postgrad student.

๐Ÿ‘‰Find out more: bit.ly/48qh4rp

18.11.2025 11:49 ๐Ÿ‘ 0 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Students sat around a table in the library studying, with books open in front of them

Students sat around a table in the library studying, with books open in front of them

๐ŸŽ“ Want to stand out to top graduate employers?
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As theย 6th most targetedย Universityย by the UKโ€™s top graduate employers,ย a mastersย degree from Leeds could be your next stepย to securing your future, and our Postgraduate Virtual Open Day is the perfect place to start!

18.11.2025 11:49 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

If you would like to keep up with what our delegation is doing throughout COP30, follow the @priestleycentre.bsky.social for regular updates โœ…

You can also find out more about our delegation and what they are doing at COP30 here โฌ‡๏ธ

climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...

17.11.2025 10:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 1 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Graphic showing text 'Leeds at COP30' split between imagery of ocean waves crashing against a pier and solar panels.

Graphic showing text 'Leeds at COP30' split between imagery of ocean waves crashing against a pier and solar panels.

Week 2 of #COP30 is underway! ๐ŸŒ

There are still many topics to be discussed over the last few days of the conference, and our Leeds delegation are involved in several events.

You can find out more about the events our delegation is involved in at COP30 here โฌ‡๏ธ

climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...

17.11.2025 10:42 ๐Ÿ‘ 5 ๐Ÿ” 1 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Glaciers are a vital water source but how much longer will we have them?๐Ÿ”๏ธ

Scaling some of the most challenging heights and battling extreme conditions, our researchers have found some shocking truths about the glaciersโ„๏ธ

To read more about their journey, click the link below๐Ÿ‘‡
https://bit.ly/4nP14EZ

13.11.2025 11:00 ๐Ÿ‘ 7 ๐Ÿ” 4 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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@extinctionleeds.bsky.social is an interdisciplinary doctoral training programme focusing on topics relating to extinction and its meanings, histories and legacies.

Watch the whole๐ŸŽฌ๐Ÿ‘‰ media.leverhulme.ac.uk/video/extinc...
@katatrepsis.bsky.social @universityofleeds.bsky.social

11.11.2025 10:34 ๐Ÿ‘ 12 ๐Ÿ” 8 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 2
COP30 Blogs - Priestley Centre for Climate Futures

If you would like to keep up with what our delegation is doing throughout COP30, follow the @priestleycentre.bsky.social for regular updates โœ…

Find out more about our involvement in COP below๐Ÿ‘‡

climate.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-at-cop...

10.11.2025 10:53 ๐Ÿ‘ 2 ๐Ÿ” 0 ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0 ๐Ÿ“Œ 0