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Leicester: On Demand

Watch, read, chat. Discover Leicester on your schedule.

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Want to get to know us, but on your schedule? On Demand brings it all together for you. Watch videos, read our student blogs, or see what’s happening on our social channels. It’s a place to discover more about student life, explore our courses, and stay connected. You can ask questions, interact with our community and experience campus life in your own time.

Welcome to Leicester

Citizens in the making

Want to know what it’s really like at Leicester? Follow 6 current students as they share their journey.

Discover our subjects

With over 150 courses across Sciences, Humanities, Law, Medicine, the Arts and Business, there is something to suit everyone’s passions and interests

Guaranteed accommodation

Learn more about our accommodation and find your new home from home.

Take a tour

Hear from our students

No one knows Leicester better than our students. Got a question about courses, societies, accommodation, nightlife, hidden study spots, or anything else? Chat to our current students and get real, honest answers about what life at Leicester is really like. You can also read their blogs and hear their stories and experiences first-hand.

Meet our students

Falling in love with my new hometown

Join Josh, one of our current students, as he shows you the places he loves in Leicester and gives you a real glimpse of what life here is all about.

What’s in my bag: University edition

Not sure what to bring to lectures and seminars? Let Kirtthi give you a peek inside her bag and show you the essentials that get her through a busy day on campus.

How I wind down after studying

After a busy day of studying, here’s how Manna, one of our University of Leicester students, unwinds and recharges.

Day in the life of a university student

Join Sushant on his first day back at Leicester as he gets stuck into campus life, from learning and exploring to reconnecting with friends.

Student life in Leicester

Explore what you can do in your free time

Whether you’re looking for excitement or relaxation, Leicester provides the perfect balance, making it a great place to live, study and explore.

Get involved with Leicester Students’ Union

Here to make your time at Leicester unforgettable, the Students’ Union is the place to find support, get involved and make friends. With over 150 clubs and societies to choose from, there’s something for everyone.

Stay active with Let’s Do Leicester

Join free, fun and flexible sport sessions. From fitness classes to casual games, these sessions are open to all students. It’s a great way to stay active, try something new and meet people across campus.

Stay connected

Want to know more about campus life and stay up to date with University news? Make sure to follow us on Instagram and TikTok: search @uniofleicester.

Student life is always busy and we’ve got loads of things happening. Be sure to follow @leicstudentlife and @leciesterunion on Instagram to see what our current students are getting up to.

Finally, if you want to see cool things happening in the city be sure to follow @coolasleicester and @visitleicster on Instagram.