Tawjihi
Students from Jordan need to complete a foundation programme, such as the Leeds International Foundation Year, or other level 3 qualifications like A-levels or the IB, before entering a bachelor's.
Partner university · Leeds, United Kingdom
University of Leeds
A large Russell Group university with one of the biggest campuses in the UK, sitting a short walk from Leeds city centre.
GESCO is listed as an official representative on the University of Leeds's websiteQS World #77QS World Rankings 2027
Founded 1904Public research university
About the university
Why students choose the University of Leeds
A large Russell Group university with one of the biggest campuses in the UK, sitting a short walk from Leeds city centre. Strong across business, engineering and medicine, and a common choice for students who want a major research university without London costs.
Both direct entry and foundation or pathway routes are available here. If your grades or English score fall short of direct admission, the pathway route is a genuine alternative to waiting a year.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
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Photos: University of Leeds, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
Applying from Jordan
Community College Diploma
Community College Diplomas may be considered case by case, depending on the course you choose.
Master's
A 4-6 year Jordanian bachelor's with 70% or GPA 2.5 matches a UK 2:2, 75% or GPA 3.0 a 2:1, and 80% or GPA 3.5 a First.
English
IELTS 6.0 overall for undergraduate study and IELTS 6.5 overall for postgraduate study, or an accepted equivalent.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked November 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What the University of Leeds costs
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
Undergraduate International Excellence ScholarshipsGBP 3,000, 6,000 or 16,000 off first-year tuitionFor self-funded international students with an offer for year one of an eligible bachelor's starting September 2027 and an excellent academic record.
Masters International Excellence ScholarshipsGBP 3,000, 6,000 or 16,000 off first-year tuitionFor self-funded international students with an offer for a full-time taught master's starting September 2027 and a 2:1 or equivalent.
Programmes
Popular courses at the University of Leeds
Computer Science BSc
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Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) MEng, BSc
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International Business BSc
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International Law and Global Governance LLM
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Organizational Psychology and Business MSc
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Health Informatics with Data Science MSc
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Digital Human Resource Management and Data Analytics MSc
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to the University of Leeds, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether the University of Leeds is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
Direct entry if you meet the grades, or the foundation route if you are not there yet.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
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Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at the University of Leeds: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppCan I apply to the University of Leeds with the Tawjihi?
Students from Jordan need to complete a foundation programme, such as the Leeds International Foundation Year, or other level 3 qualifications like A-levels or the IB, before entering a bachelor's.
Does the University of Leeds offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarships (GBP 3,000, 6,000 or 16,000 off first-year tuition); Masters International Excellence Scholarships (GBP 3,000, 6,000 or 16,000 off first-year tuition). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into the University of Leeds?
Yes. If your grades or English do not yet meet direct entry, a foundation or pathway programme leads into the University of Leeds.
Where is the University of Leeds?
The University of Leeds is in Leeds, United Kingdom. It was founded in 1904.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to the University of Leeds?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to the University of Leeds directly and is listed as an official representative on the university's website. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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Interested in the University of Leeds?
Tell us your grades and we will tell you honestly whether it is realistic, and what to do if it is not yet.
- Direct application. We hold an agreement with this university
- A plan B. Similar universities if this one is out of reach
- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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