Leeds Beckett University - City Campus,
Woodhouse Lane,
LS1 3HE
As a parent, guardian, or carer, you play a key role in preparing your loved one for university and supporting them throughout their student journey.
Please make sure they have:
Teaching timetables will be made available to students during their first week of term.
Rest assured, that the safety and wellbeing of our students is our absolute priority. We want to ensure they have the best possible student experience and a journey with us that prepares them for life beyond Leeds Beckett University. Should they experience any challenges along the way, we will be there to offer advice and support.
We asked some of our current students for advice about living on a budget.
Where possible, it is a good idea for new students to bring enough money to last for the first fortnight at university, for food, university materials and transport. Their student loan will enter their account within 3-5 days on completion of enrolment and ID verification.
Finance is one of the things which causes the most worry for students, so it is important that they are realistic about how much they have available to spend and that they learn to budget. They may wish to work part time to help fund their time at university.
If they are concerned about money, debt or they need help with budgeting, please suggest they access the information on our Money Advice pages. They will also find out about financial support that they may be entitled to as a student.
We have created a series of podcasts to help with the transition into university life. Covering a broad range of topics, these are designed to give you a head start on your Leeds Beckett journey.
Accommodation
Contents insurance
If your child is staying in our Halls of Residence then contents insurance is included in the rent. You can find our policy details here.
TV licensing
A TV license is required to watch live or on-demand TV on any device that is plugged in. However, they may be covered by your out-of-term address license as long as:
Should the student you are supporting require any help or support, now or in the future, Student Advice is a great place to start. The team comprises of both officers and advisers who are trained in all aspects of student life, many of whom are Leeds Beckett graduates so know first hand what it is like to be a student with us. Students are able to ask this team any question and if they don't have the answer, they will certainly put the student in touch with someone who does!
Our academic and professional services staff work together to form a coherent support network for students. Often students will choose who they feel most comfortable talking to. All academic and support services available to students are listed in our guide to the student support network.
Leeds Beckett Students’ Union (LBSU) is a not-for-profit organisation, and their mission is to make student life better! They do this by representing their interests, giving them the chance to meet new people, and providing advice and support when they need it most. They provide students with opportunities to join a society, volunteer in the community, be part of a student community or get involved in student politics. They also created a socialising space on both campuses called The Hive. It’s the perfect spot to grab a tasty bite to eat on campus, studying between lectures or get a drink with friends.
Lee Stone ParentUniversity is ideal in terms of preparing your son or daughter for leaving home. They get an opportunity to experience being independent.
