Leeds Arts University is the only specialist arts university in the north of England, based on Blenheim Walk near the University of Leeds. It teaches fine art, graphic design, illustration, animation, fashion, photography, music and acting in small studio groups. Former students include Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth.
Leeds, United Kingdom
Official website: leeds-art.ac.uk
1846 as the Leeds School of Art
The only specialist arts university in the north of England
Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth
£17,000 – £20,000
International students, undergraduate and taught Master's
£9,500 – £12,000
Rent, food and local transport
Approximate figures for 2026-27, please verify. Fees change every year and vary by course, so check the latest amount on leeds-art.ac.uk before you apply.
BA Graphic Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
BA Animation
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
BA Fashion Design
Bachelors DegreeDuration
36 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.0, TOEFL: 72
MA Creative Practice
Masters DegreeDuration
12 Months
Intake
Sep
Exam Score
IELTS: 6.5, TOEFL: 79
Small studio groups in a specialist arts setting.
Alumni include Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth.
Next to the University of Leeds campus.
Graduates work as designers, illustrators, animators and artists.
Many alumni freelance or start studios.
Graduates can stay in the UK for two years on the Graduate visa.
Undergrad
14 Jan 2027
Postgrad
Rolling
The Blenheim Walk campus has studios, workshops and a gallery, a short walk from the city centre.
Leeds is a big student city with lively nightlife and rents well below London.
CAS from Leeds Arts University
Proof of funds for fees and living costs
English test at B2 level or above
TB test certificate, if required
Immigration Health Surcharge payment
Valid passport with blank pages
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS by 14 January 2027, then a portfolio review. Master's applications are rolling.
Courses start in September.
The Student route visa. Your CAS comes from Leeds Arts University after you meet your offer conditions and pay the deposit; the online application needs proof of funds, your English result and the health surcharge.
Graphic design, animation, fashion design and the MA Creative Practice are popular. Entry depends mainly on your portfolio, with IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Leeds Arts offers some bursaries. Check the funding pages.
