Leeds is the largest city in the county of West Yorkshire, and is home to two top-ranking universities: University of Leeds and Leeds Beckett University.
Leeds earns a high score in the student view indicator, which is based on a student survey which collects responses from students around the world. This high reflects a positive student experience, with students being likely to stay in the city after graduation.
QS World University Rank
QS World University Rank
| Affordability rank | 120 |
| Desirability rank | 52 |
| Employer Activity rank | 78 |
| Student Mix rank | 39 |
| Student View rank | 40 |
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