Once you've applied
Once you've applied, you can find out about our International Social Network and our buddies programme, both of which will help you to settle in. You can also find out what events are on in Leeds!
Our International Social Network is an ideal way to make friends and see new parts of the UK. To receive our information about our programme of activities, please e-mail Kathryn and join us on facebook.
International Social Network - organised activities
During your time with us at Leeds Met we will organise a variety of activities for you to join in with, including trips to some of the UK attractions such as Alton Towers and historical city of York. We will include you in community events arounds Leeds, you can volunteer to help with Christmas parties and celebrate UK holidays such as Bonfire night and Burns night! These are another great way to make new friends with International and UK students during your time in Leeds.
Leeds Met Buddies Programme
International Social Network - Meet a new buddy!
When you come to a new environment - whether it be a new country, university or community - it can sometimes take a little while to settle in. The International Social Network - meet a new buddy event is here to help. Current International and UK students provide support, advice and valuable experience that new students can learn from. It gives new starters a friendly face at uni who will help with any questions regarding personal, practical and academic matters. The event is about meeting of of new students, you also get the opportunity to find out about studying at Leeds Met and the city of Leeds from your fellow students. This is a great way of making friends and learning about the social side of Leeds Met within the first few weeks of you arriving in Leeds.
If you are interested in taking part, either as a mentor or as a mentee, please e-mail Kathryn Firth.
Social Clubs/Events
The International Students' Club (ISC) is run by Universities Chaplaincy in Leeds. You can join in on Wednesdays, 6.00-7.45pm. Come to practice your English and have fun! For more information and details of where to meet, please visit the International Students' Club (ISC) website. You can also see their current programme of events.
Friends International run The Global Cafe. This is an opportunity to have fun, make friends, practise English and learn about British and other cultures. It takes place on a Friday evening 8-10pm at various locations. Please like their facebook group to find out more.
Meet new friends and explore the UK & Europe on awesome trips direct from university. Don't be a tourist have selected top destinations and created awesome itineraries so you can enjoy the real UK and Europe with minimum fuss and meet new friends from around the world.
There are loads of events on every day across Yorkshire - make the most of your time and check out What's on in Yorkshire.
Student connections
One important first step is by making connections with people who are from different places and cultures. Here are a few questions for you to think about and some ideas about things you can do to make that first step easier.
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