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The Anthropocene Leicester scientists respond to criticisms of new geological epoch
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/march/the-anthropocene-leicester-scientists-respond-to-criticisms-of-new-geological-epoch
A team of academics from our University has responded to criticisms of the proposal to formalise a new geological epoch – the Anthropocene.
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Annual lecture archive
https://le.ac.uk/victorian-studies/events/annual-lecture/annual-lecture-archive
Browse the archive of past annual lectures hosted by the Centre for Victorian Studies
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Researcher explores the special skills required to be a medieval baker
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/august/the-great-medieval-bake-off
With The Great British Bake Off back on our screens and a University graduate taking part, many around campus are talking about the much-loved programme, which is now in its seventh season.
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Using other libraries
https://le.ac.uk/library/using/using-other-libraries
Information about using other university libraries in the UK.
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Sociolinguistics
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/en2090
Module code: EN2090 This module focuses on contemporary English in the UK, particularly colloquial language use and perception. We will collectively create a survey about language items of interest (e.g. the use or understanding of recent slang or regional words).
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Journeys, 1700-1830
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/en7226
Module code: EN7226 This module considers how the idea of the 'journey' developed during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, emphasizing continuities between writing on travel in this period and earlier forms of literature.
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Independent Research Project
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/ha2222
Module code: HA2222 This module provides the opportunity to write an essay focused on an art work of your choice. Guidance will be provided through sessions on research and writing skills, and through a supervisor who you will meet in one-to-one tutorials.
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Introductory Mineral Deposits
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/gl3034
Module code: GL3034 This module is an option for the Geology degree programmes. You'll learn about ore minerals -- their structure, composition, uses, and, most importantly, how to identify them in hand-specimen.
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Equations of Mathematical Physics
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/ma7032
Module code: MA7032 This module introduces the mathematical theory of the equations of physics, aiming to help you understand the physical meaning of the main equations and the limits of their applications. Methods are based on Fourier series and some special functions.
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Rare chariot fittings from the Iron Age are among fascinating items in brand new exhibition
https://le.ac.uk/news/2025/january/burrough-hill-exhibition
University archaeologist curates an exhibition of finds from Breedon Hill and Burrough Hill, including objects excavated by University of Leicester Archaeological Services