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Exhibition on life of diarist John Evelyn showcases exceptional collection of books and prints
https://le.ac.uk/news/2015/october/exhibition-on-life-of-diarist-john-evelyn-showcases-exceptional-collection-of-books-and-prints
A new exhibition in the Special Collections highlights an ‘exceptional’ collection of rare books and prints from the life of 17th century diarist and writer John Evelyn, who lived and documented major events during his lifetime – including the last epidemic of the bubonic...
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Antarcticas volcanoes a song of ice and fire
https://le.ac.uk/news/2017/september/antarcticas-volcanoes-a-song-of-ice-and-fire
Antarctica is a vast icy wasteland covered by the world’s largest ice sheet. This ice sheet contains about 90% of fresh water on the planet. It acts as a massive heat sink and its meltwater drives the world’s oceanic circulation.
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American History since 1877
https://le.ac.uk/modules/2024/hs1014
Module code: HS1014 This module will survey the history of the United States since 1877, introducing students to key events, issues and themes as a basis for further specialised study in American history.
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Virtual sessions
https://le.ac.uk/study/schools-and-colleges/pre-16/virtual-sessions
We offer a number of virtual sessions for individuals or schools who are unable to come to campus. All virtual sessions are completely free to join and take place on Microsoft Teams. These talks are suitable for students in Year 9 and above.
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University of Leicester awarded University of Sanctuary Recognition
https://le.ac.uk/news/2018/november/13-university-of-sanctuary
The University of Leicester has been recognised as a University of Sanctuary; one of only eight in the country and the only one in the region.
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Wildfire map reveals European countries most at risk of catastrophic fire damage
https://le.ac.uk/news/2016/march/wildfire-map-reveals-european-countries-most-at-risk-of-catastrophic-fire-damage
Cities and tourist areas such as Catalonia, Madrid and Valencia are among those most at risk of catastrophic damage from wildfires in Europe, according to research led by the University's Centre for Landscape and Climate Research.
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NHS funding fosters health inequalities
https://le.ac.uk/news/2019/june/24-nhs-funding-fosters-health-inequalities
Poverty and deprivation are strongly associated with poor health outcomes, including higher levels of multimorbidity and mortality, resulting in greatly increased workloads for general practitioners working in deprived areas.
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Multiple long-term conditions affect more than 14 per cent of English population, research finds
https://le.ac.uk/news/2023/november/multiple-conditions
Imperial College London and University of Leicester researchers have been involved in the largest ever study on multiple long-term conditions which has found that nearly 15 per cent of people in England are currently living with two or more health disorders.
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Urban Conservation MA, by distance learning
https://le.ac.uk/courses/urban-conservation-ma-dl/2026
Study Urban Conservation MA, by distance learning 2 years part-time at the University of Leicester
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Teachers and careers advisers
https://le.ac.uk/study/schools-and-colleges/teachers
The Future Students Office provides expert information, advice and guidance to students, parents and teachers, wherever you are in the world.