Experience in Leeds, United Kingdom by Amy

What is it like to live in Leeds? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

I would definitely recommend Leeds as a perfect student city. Whatever your interests are it can cater for you, great shopping centres and live music venues as well as cocktails bars and varied nightclubs.

What is the student lifestyle like in Leeds?

The University of Leeds is great for any student, it has with hundreds of clubs and societies to join whatever you are interested in. Most pubs and bars have great student prices and deals making going out inexpensive.

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How much does it cost to live in Leeds?

Leeds is a very cheap city to live in as a student compared to many other UK cities. A room in a shared house can vary from around £60-80 pp/pw. If you choose to live in the university of Leeds halls, it can be a little more expensive but a really good way to meet people and interact with lots of students.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Leeds? Is there any advice you can give?

It is not difficult to find accommodation in Leeds at all, as an Erasmus student you will be offered university student halls which include bills and most can be catered. To find other accommodation it is best to contact university student services and they will put you in contact with local estate agents or landlords.

What is the food like? What are your favourite dishes?

Like many places in the UK, you can get the majority of worldly cuisines in the city centre, from tapas to curries and all the pubs serve typical English food. My favourite restaurants in Leeds are the steak restaurants especially Gaucho, an Argentinian restaurant.

What places would you recommend visiting in Leeds?

I would recommend visiting the main shopping streets in the centre, the corn exchange and Kirkgate market. If you are looking for something more to do with nature, the Yorkshire Dales are not far at all.

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Is it good to eat out in Leeds? Can you tell us your favourite spots?

There are many varied places to eat, which offer cheap eats for students as well as nicer meals out for occasions.

Is the nightlife good in Leeds? Where is good to go?

The nightlife, as mentioned before is great. I would recommend the alchemist bar and mook for nice cocktails, if you are into student clubs - hifi, mission, control or wire are good nights. The O2 or first direct arena offer concerts throughout the year which can be found online.

What advice would you give future students heading to Leeds?

Leeds is a very cultured city but may be very different from your hometown so embrace it and explore everything Leeds has to offer.

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