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Woman with long brown hair wearing coat — **Elletra** BA (Hons) Public Relations

My favourite thing about Leeds Beckett

Leeds Beckett really cares about us as people, not just as students. There are so many services available to help you – from disability support, to the Job Shop and the International mentor scheme. I have made the most of some of these services.

Leeds Beckett really cares about you as a person. They want to make your university experience as smooth as possible. You don’t have to stress about anything, you can just focus on your course. They also host a lot of activities, and get some great experience. For example, I’ve helped to plan a university diversity fashion show, which has given me good experience for my course.

What I'm most proud of

Becoming an International Student Ambassador. It’s helped me to meet people. I was so worried about making friends when I arrived, so it’s nice to know that I can help people with their own worries and make other people’s experience as smooth as possible. When people get in touch with me to thank me for helping them settle in, it makes me really happy.

Why I chose Leeds Beckett

I actually came through Clearing. I have a family friend who really recommended Leeds, and I did my research online into Leeds Beckett and decided it was the place for me.

I really like Leeds because it’s such a perfect student city. Everything is within walking distance, there’s so much to do, and there are young people on every corner.