UniHomes guide to
Leicester
Leicester is a bustling city full of amazing buildings and fun things to do.
Found on the south side of the city, the University of Leicester is ranked as one of the top 200 higher education institutions in the world according to The Times.
De Montfort University sits along the bank of the River Soar on the north side of the city.
Leicester Cathedral is a huge building in the city centre that dates all the way back to 1086.
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Most of De Montfort University is localised on the main campus and features a mixture of innovative modern architecture and classic brutalist buildings.
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Uni Life in Leicester
Leicester invites over 65,000 students to the city every year, creating a vibrant and buzzing atmosphere across the city
Key reasons to study in Leicester
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1Ideal for students
With two popular universities in the city, Leicester is a hive of activity among students. Both the University of Leicester and De Montfort University can be found close to Leicester
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2A drinks hotspot
From buzzing bars to themed nights out with the two Students' Unions, Leicester
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3Everything you need in one place
Want to spend an afternoon shopping? Head to the cobbled streets of the Lanes, where you
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4Music & culture
Live music is a huge part of Leicester
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Universities in Leicester
University of Leicester
The University of Leicester is a venerable public research institution and is known for being a top 30 higher education institution in the UK. You'll find it nestled in the south side of the city, around popular student areas such as Stoneygate and Aylestone.
De Montfort University
De Montfort University attracts around 20,000 students every year and is well-known for its fantastic employment rates (being amongst the top 25 UK universities for employability). Its main campus sits alongside the River Soar towards the north of the city centre.
