Leeds Arts University
A specialist arts university in Leeds that works with employers and industry on student projects, placements, sponsorship and recruitment.
- Leeds office
- Blenheim WalkLeeds LS2 9AQ
- Headquarters
- Leeds
Company profile · Updated 3 Nov 2026 · Sources: Leeds Today reporting
About Leeds Arts University
Leeds Arts University is a specialist arts university on Blenheim Walk in Leeds. Its Careers, Employability and Enterprise team works with employers and the creative industries.
Employers can recruit students and graduates, with help on advertising, shortlisting and interviews, and can offer paid year-long placements, part-time work or summer work experience. Businesses can set a live brief, commission or competition for students, give guest talks and join employer forums held twice a year online or on campus. Sponsorship covers Creative Networks events, the exhibition programme and end-of-year shows, and longer partnerships can include PR, talent management and expert consultancy. Employers can post opportunities on its Careers Portal.
Services
Recruitment
Help advertising, shortlisting and interviewing students and graduates
Placements
Paid year-long placements, part-time work and summer work experience
Live briefs
Set a brief, commission or competition for students
Sponsorship
Creative Networks events, exhibitions and end-of-year shows
Employer forums
Twice-yearly employer forums online or on campus