Events

MA students from the School of Fine Art, History of Art and Cultural Studies are curating eight new online exhibitions using a range of open access collections.

A PGR-led interdisciplinary seminar series for postgraduate students and early career researchers working on the late antique, medieval and early modern periods.

Featuring our alumni, students & staff, the BIG LOVE SHOW is an exhibition of 30 artists curated by artist, writer & Menace George Storm Fletcher, working with the team at Hyde Park Hyde Park Art Club

Five of our fine art alumni join up with three other graduate artists to present this group show at HEART in Headingley, Leeds.

A new exhibition of work by Postgraduate Researcher Lucy Crouch in our Project Space.

Join artist and alumni George Storm Fletcher at this book signing and coffee morning at Hyde Park Book Club in Leeds.

Dr Elisabeth Forster presents a paper for the War Studies research group in the School of History.

Dr Hao Chen presents a paper for the Politics, Diplomacy and International History research group in the School of History.

For this year's Selig Brodetsky Memorial Lecture, we welcome Dr Ben Gidley who will ask the question 'Is antisemitism rising in the UK?'.

Ivan Philippov, one of the leading analysts of Russian war propaganda, explores the chaotic network of pro-war Telegram channels, often run by soldiers and frontline volunteers, known as the Z-space

This full-day event bridges historical research with contemporary civic action, exploring how the history of utopias can serve as a practical tool to collaboratively design sustainable futures.

Nonwoven materials are important technical textiles used in various applications, including healthcare, interiors, automotive, and hygiene.

Learn the fundamentals of fashion illustration through a blend of traditional and digital techniques.

Effective visual communication is a powerful tool for conveying messages and engaging audiences.

Learn the fundamentals of garment pattern cutting through a mix of theory and practical sessions.

Language@Leeds Webinar

Learn the fundamentals of designing impactful retail experiences through a mix of theory and practical activities with PACE.

Gain a comprehensive understanding of sustainability in fashion and textiles through an engaging mix of theory and case studies.

This roundtable discussion brings together contemporary expertise on Africa’s media image from a variety of perspectives.

Through hands-on exercises and expert-led demonstrations, participants will delve into more complex pattern-cutting techniques and learn to interpret professional garment specifications.

Enhance your creative thinking and problem-solving skills with our two-day Design Thinking course.

Part of the Music Research Seminar Series 2025-26

This year's Pilkington Lecture is presented by Gail Day, Professor of Art History and Critical Theory at the University of Leeds, and 2025/6 Pilkington Visiting Professor in Art History.

The Mangoletsi-Potts Lectures are an annual series of four public lectures aimed at a general academic audience, addressing topics in 'theoretical philosophy' broadly construed

Join us for a seminar hosted by the Feminisms Research Group, with speaker Dr Gill Park (Lecturer in Curating and Contemporary Art in the School of Fine Art History of Art and Cultural Studies).

Norse in the North is pleased to host its next conference at the University of Leeds, on the theme of 'Mind and Body'.

This five-day training programme equips participants with theoretical and practical expertise in textile production.

Master the fundamentals of textile production and dive into the key concepts of fibre properties, yarn creation and fabric construction.

This course builds on the fundamentals covered in our Introduction to Textile Technology course with hands-on activities and practical demonstrations.

A strong social media presence can be vital for business success in today's digital world.

Discover the fundamentals of performance textiles through a dynamic mix of theory and practical demonstrations.

With COILs now being run or developed in every Faculty and most Schools across the University, we've seen exciting progress in the scaling up of COIL provision across the University.

"Theory of Trump"

Explore how inclusive design can meet the diverse needs of users across accessibility, culture, and experience with PACE.

Discover how textile testing ensures quality, compliance, and performance in manufacturing.

Education through Podcasting (EPOD) is a conference and book series where experts share research and practice on learning through recorded audio, media, and podcasting in educational contexts

Enhance your creative thinking and problem-solving skills with our two-day Design Thinking course

Learn the fundamentals of User Experience (UX) design through a combination of theory, best practice, and hands-on workshops.

The theme for the Society for the Social History of Medicine conference 2026 is In/Out.

IMC 2025 will take place 06-09 July in a fully hybrid format from the University of Leeds campus.

Professional Academy for Creative Enterprise (PACE) onsite courses offer a range of in-person teaching and learning experiences at our University of Leeds campus.

Colour is essential in nearly every manufactured product, from textiles to cosmetics.

Effective visual communication is a powerful tool for conveying messages and engaging audiences.

Participants will explore key elements of brand identity, the power of storytelling, and brand coherence and consistency to create meaningful connections.

Learn the fundamentals of fashion illustration through a blend of traditional and digital techniques.