In the latest Leeds Law School podcast Dr Jill Dickinson, Reader of Law at Leeds Beckett is joined by Teri-Lisa Griffiths, Senior Lecturer in Criminology at Sheffield Hallam University and Dr Lousia Ashley, Head of Subject (Postgraduate) at Leeds Beckett University to discuss Professional Development for Practitioners in Academia.…

Dr Louisa Ashley, Head of Subject (Postgraduate) interviews Dr Jill Dickinson, Dr Agata Fijalkowski, Dr Suzzie Oyakhire, and Dr Anne-Marie Greenslade around the projects they’re working on, their motivations behind them, benefits and challenges to their research, and next steps for their work.By Leeds Beckett University

We are delighted to announce that the Obesity Institute and Obesity UK have just been awarded an NIHR grant to work together with South Asian women and the LGBTQ+ community to codevelop much needed tailored support groups and more inclusive research.By Leeds Beckett University

Listen to Professor Divine Charura (Professor of Counselling Psychology at York St John University), and Kate Grafton (Principal Lecturer Physiotherapy - School of Health, Leeds Beckett University, National Teaching Fellow), as they share their compassionate approaches to learning and teaching in Higher Education. Our learning and teaching communit…

Listen to Ian Truelove, as he gives us an insight into how he includes negotiated assessment within level 5 of the BA (Hons) Illustration course. Negotiated assessment allows students to understand how the marking criteria translates into judgement about their work. By involving them in the process, they gain an appreciation of the complexities inv…

Listen to Laura Key and Chris Till as they talk about the recently launched ‘Essay X-ray’ tool. An interactive tool, which has been developed to guide students through the process of constructing an essay. Find out how it can be used to help both staff and students improve their essay writing skills in Higher Education. You can use the Leeds Becket…

Listen to Hugo Smith (Course Director - Broadcast Media Technologies, Leeds Beckett University) and Ben Robertson (Careers Consultant - Careers & Employability Service, Leeds Beckett University) as they offer insights into their experiences of designing elements of employability into the curriculum. Find out how the careers service, alumni, and ext…

In the latest episode of the We Inspire series, Dr Fiona Fylan from the School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing talks about the science of behavioural changes and how we can use research to determine people to make more sustainable choices.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest of our series focusing on our academics, their research and its impact on students and communities, Dr Philomena Commons from the School of Health talks about the work she and her students are doing with St George's Crypt, a charity supporting the homeless population in Leeds.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest of our We Inspire series, Dr Ah-Lian Kor from the School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing explains how we can make more sustainable choices through the technology we use every day.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest of our series focusing on our academics' research and its global impact, Dr Olayinka Ajala from the Leeds School of Social Sciences talks about the correlation between conflict and climate change and how this affects human security in Africa.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest in our series focusing on our academics and their research, Professor Christopher Gorse from the School of Built Environment, Engineering and Computing explains how we can create more sustainable places and contribute to a better environment in our communities.By Leeds Beckett University

The student voice provides opportunities for creating teachable moments and meaningful learning situations. Listen to Professor Mike Seal (Visiting Professor in Queer and Critical Pedagogy - Newman University Birmingham, National Officer - Professional Association of Lecturers in Youth and Community Work), Hannah Poklad (Studying MA Youth Work and …

Andy Cunningham, a Masters by Research student in the Carnegie School of Sport talks about spending two weeks alone in the Scottish wilderness as part of his research on the impact of nature. He discusses the positive benefits of being outdoors and how we could appreciate the aesthetics more.By Leeds Beckett University

Professor Claire Surr talks to people living with dementia and their carers about their experiences of diagnosis and support.By Leeds Beckett University

On the night of 14 March 1941, Leeds suffered its worst bombing raid of World War II. In 2020, Leeds Beckett history students undertook a research project to look at the impact of this raid on the city and the lives of the people who lived there. In this episode of Beckett Talks, Dr Henry Irving talks to Leanne Speight, one of the students involved…

Dr Nicole Whitworth explains where regional accents come from, how they develop and how they are perceived by others. Dr Whitworth discusses accents in other English-speaking countries and considers the future of the accent.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest of our collection focusing on our academics, their research, and how this benefits our students through their teaching, Dr Mercedes Rosello discusses the role of the law in supporting healthy oceans and the communities that depend on them.By Leeds Beckett University

Creating safe and uncomfortable learning environments to find moments of magic in the learning. Listen to Alan Smith (Course Director - Youth Work and Community Development & CLT Associate - Leeds Beckett University), Professor Mike Seal (Visiting Professor in Queer and Critical Pedagogy - Newman University Birmingham, National Officer - Profession…

In the latest of our collection focusing on our academics, their research, and how this benefits our students through their teaching, Dr Peter Robinson talks about how we ensure tourists benefit the places they visit.By Leeds Beckett University

In the latest of our collection focusing on our academics, their research, and how this benefits our students through their teaching, Dr Karen Horwood considers how we can plan towns and cities better for women and girls.By Leeds Beckett University

In the first of a new collection of Beckett Talks podcasts focusing on our academics, their research, and how this benefits our students through their teaching, Alistair MacAuley discusses challenges facing the retail sector and the future of fast fashion.By Leeds Beckett University

Welfare and Community Officer Lucy MacDonald discusses how the university's students are benefitting from its involvement in the Student Minds University Mental Health Charter project.By Leeds Beckett University

This week on Beckett Talks we speak to Carnegie School of Sport PhD student and part-time lecturer, Richard Simpson, on his research around the psychological wellbeing of athletes. Richard also provides tips to help everyone look after their mental wellbeing during the winter months.By Leeds Beckett University

Professor Paul Gately, from the Carnegie School of Sport, talks about how Leeds Beckett and his company MoreLife are helping to tackle obesity in the UK. With 63% of the adult population and one in three primary school children currently overweight, national campaigns such as National Obesity Awareness Week and the Government’s Obesity strategy are…

New Year, same you. Dr Steve Taylor, senior lecturer in Psychology in the Leeds School of Social Sciences and bestselling author joins us to talk about new beginnings. Exploring his research in consciousness, spirituality, mindfulness and perception we discuss ways we can all be more present, positive and grateful for the lives we have.…

Shona Hunter and Christi van der Westhuizen talk about their new book, the Routledge International Handbook ​in Critical Studies in Whiteness. It is a unique decolonial take on Critical Whiteness Studies, challenging its Western parochialism by bringing diverse scholarship from across the world into conversation about knowledges, subjectivities and…

Listen to Hannah Poklad (Studying MA Youth Work and Community Development - Leeds Beckett University), Alan Smith (Course Director - Youth Work and Community Development & CLT Associate - Leeds Beckett University) and Professor Mike Seal (Visiting Professor in Queer and Critical Pedagogy - Newman University Birmingham, National Officer - Profession…

Can exhibitions help us to define the modern history of our towns? Dr Lisa Taylor and artist Catherine Bertola explain more about their Intertwining Threads project, and Bailiff Bridge residents Angela and George speak about the work’s impact.By Leeds Beckett University

Are you currently deciding which university to apply to? Abi, Laura and Owen share their top tips on how to choose the right university for you and provide support with your UCAS application.By Leeds Beckett University

To mark UK Disability History Month, Dr James McGrath looks into one of its main themes: hidden impairments and hidden disabilities. James also shares his own story of being diagnosed with autism as an adult and talks in depth about his works including Naming Adult Autism.By Leeds Beckett University

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion manager Craig Downing talks to Rainbow Rose chair Dr Ian Lamond and postgraduate student Choj about challenges facing transgender and non-binary people, and how we work together to embrace a more inclusive environment for all.By Leeds Beckett University

To mark Remembrance Day, we look at the work Leeds Beckett’s Carnegie Great Outdoors does with The Royal British Legion's Battle Back Centre providing courses for wounded, injured and sick Service personnel to help them recover and rebuild their resilience.By Leeds Beckett University

Here at Leeds Beckett we want to support every student in getting the most of out their time with us. Katie, who has ADHD and mental health conditions, shares her experience of accessing support at Leeds Beckett. She discusses with one of the university Disability Advisers what support is available and how to access it.…

When Mohamed Mohamed-Ali returned to a quiet house in Newhaven, Essex on the afternoon of Friday 12 February 2016, he knew something was wrong. Fatima, his wife of 34 years, was nowhere to be seen and had left behind her keys, phone and handbag. Nearly six years have now passed, but a team of students, academics and former police officers at Leeds …

For Open Access Week, Ellie Clement and Amy Campbell from the Leeds Beckett Research Services Team talk to researchers Dr Chris Till and Dr Sofia Persson about the current Open Access landscape. Opportunities and challenges a round publisher’s Transformational Deals are highlighted along with the implications of major policy changes on research.…

Following the abuse that Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho and Bukayo Saka faced after the men’s European Championship Final in July 2021, Dr Thomas Fletcher (School of Events, Tourism and Hospitality Management) and Dr Daniel Kilvington (School of Cultural Studies and Humanities) talk to Professor Leanne Norman (Director of the Research Centre for Soc…

To mark Black History Month, counselling and mental health lecturer Maryam Riaz, from the School of Health, talks about her personal journey to becoming a psychotherapist and how important diverse role models are in improving inclusivity.By Leeds Beckett University

Hear from LBU graduates from the Classes of 2020 and 2021 about their Leeds Beckett experiences as they celebrate their achievements at our recent event on the Acre, at Headingley campus.By Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett sustainability manager, Mark Warner explains how the university's policies, such as the student bike hire scheme, make a positive social, economic and environmental impact. Mark provides handy hints on recycling in Leeds and gives his thoughts on what the future of waste management looks like.…

From fabrics to ethics, inspiration to recognition, Dean of Leeds School of Arts Lisa Stansbie, talks to award winning designer and Leeds Beckett senior lecturer Matty Bovan about his journey to the top of the design world and how he’s now helping to fuel creativity in the next generation of fashion designers.…

Professor Rachel Lofthouse is the Director of CollectivED: The centre for coaching, mentoring and professional learning at the Carnegie School of Education. She joins us to talk about the importance of mentors for early career teachers.By Leeds Beckett University

Dr Peter Mills of the School of Cultutral Studies and Humanities reflects on the musical history of Roundhay Park in Leeds, beginning with 19th century brass bands and moving onto the series of huge arena pop concerts which began in the 1980s, coming up to the present day while also considering the park's musical future.…

When beloved family man Joseph Shann left his home in East Leeds on 10 December 2010, there were no signs that he wouldn't be returning. Now a team of students and academics from Leeds Beckett University and former police officers are on the hunt for vital information that could help them to understand what happened on that day and in the months an…

Making friends at university is something most students think about before they arrive. Steph and Heppni share their experiences of how they made friends and what social life at university is really like.By Leeds Beckett University

Moving into halls is an exciting time. Owen, Abi and Laura have all stayed in university accommodation and so have top tips on what to bring, how to make friends and what you can expect.By Leeds Beckett University

It’s time to prepare for university. Maria, Hollie and Tom share their experiences in the run up to uni and top tips on how to make that September start as smooth as possible.By Leeds Beckett University

Listen to Belinda Cooke (Centre for Learning and Teaching - Leeds Beckett University) as she shares her experiences and the influences that have inspired her teaching in Higher Education. You can find out more about the influences mentioned by Belinda in this podcast by visiting: 1) Sally Brown’s website and collection of scholarly resources about …

We take a look at Clearing from a parents’ perspective. Hear from Charlotte, Denise and Sarah – all of whom are parents and who work at Leeds Beckett supporting students looking for a university place every year. Whether it’s useful tips on how to help your child prepare for Results Day and insights into how the process works, or how you can contac…

In this, the first of our short series focusing on student life current students Tom and Megan talk about their experience applying to Leeds Beckett through Clearing. They discuss why they went through Clearing, how the process works, the support available and top tips for students who are also thinking about Clearing.…