Leeds for students
A newer entry in the QS Best Student Cities ranking, Leeds ranks in 56th place this year. Leeds is the largest city in the county of West Yorkshire, and is home to two top-ranking universities: University of Leeds and Leeds Beckett University.

This year, Leeds earns its highest score in the student view indicator, ranking 49th. This indicator is based on a student survey which collects responses from 85,000 students around the world. This high reflects a positive student experience, with students being likely to stay in the city after graduation.

Best universities in Leeds – QS Best Student Cities ranking: 56th
World ranking | Institution |
86th | University of Leeds |
1001-1200 | Leeds Beckett University |
More about Leeds
Number of universities ranked by QS | 2 |
Highest-ranked institution | University of Leeds (86th) |
Population | 793,000 |
Average international fees (at ranked unis) | US$18,900 |
Desirability rank | 67th |
Employer Activity rank | 78th |
Affordability rank | =84th |
Student View rank | 49th |
Source: QS