Culture
- Afghan
- Afro-Caribbean
- Arabic Cultural Club
This club will provide an opportunity, for both Arab students and others who are interested in Arabic culture, to gather and communicate.
- which are based in the Arab region.
- British Born Chinese
British Born Chinese? Come and join other BBCs in Leeds. Not a BBC? Doesn't matter, come anyway ;) We aim to bring members together in a variety of ways: from sports, clubbing, paintballing and more!
- Brunei
- Chinese
- Culture Groups
- East African
Bringing East African culture, current affairs and community to Leeds though a variety of EXCITING events.
Join us today!
- Egyptian
The Egyptian Society in Leeds fosters an appreciation of the history, science, culture, art, music of Egypt as well as its vast political role worldwide.
- Ghana
- Hellenic
- Hong Kong
Our society provides help and guidance for our current and prospective Hong Kong students at the University of Leeds.
- Indian Student Association
Hello and welcome to the new Leeds Indian Students Association space for 2011/12!
- Indonesian
- IntEraSoc
- Iranian
- Irish
- Italian Society
- Japanese
The Japanese Society aims to get students from Japan, students of Japanese and general Japanophiles together in order to share our own culture, and experience aspects of Japanese Culture!
- Korean
- Libyan
- Malaysian
- Malaysian & Singaporean
- Mexican
- Nigerian
- Omani
- Pakistani Students
- Polish
Are you curious about Poland, polish stuff or want to have fun with some crazy people???
join our society and discover more!!!!
- Qatari Students Society
- Saudi
- Scandinavian
The official LUU Scandinavian Society, bringing together Scandinavians at Leeds University! Everyone is welcome to join, even if you've got no Scandinavian roots and have never even been close to that
- Singaporean Society
- Taiwanese
- Tamil
- Thai Students
- Turkish
The program of our 2011-2012 events can be found in GIAG, and the list of the event
- Unity in Diversity
The Unity in Diversity forum, here to promote the beauty of oneness and unity.
Let us all Love, Let us all Respect and let us all ultimately Unite as human beings. Peace, Peace and more Peace to ALL
- Vietnamese
Dance Groups
- Ballet
We are a society open to all with an interest in ballet, whether you wish to improve your technique or just have fun whilst keeping fit and making new friends.
- Belly Dancing
Bellydance
- Bhangra Dance Society
- Brazilian Dance
The Brazilian Dance Society offers a variety of activities for anyone interested in Brazilian dance. No need for experience, just come along to take part in some Carnaval magic!
- Breakdance
“For those with a passion to break”
For more information and times check us out on facebook “LUU Breakers"
Peace,
LUU breakers
- Capoeira
- Cheerleading
- Circus Skills
Circus Skills Society is a friendly and social society where you can come and learn a wide range of circus skills. Feel free to ask us any questions via email or Facebook!
- Dance Expose
- Dancesport, (Ballroom and Latin)
Open to all, we provide the opportunity to gain a fun new skill or improve your abilities in Ballroom and Latin style dancing, with our professional teacher and enthusiastic committee.
- Freestyle Dance
- Irish Dancing
- Modern Dance
An opportunity to learn new + different styles of dance or to simply improve on skills you already have! We are a friendly, laid back society committed to spreading our love of dance amongst membe
- Scottish Dance
- Street Dance
- Swing
Departmental Groups
- Aviation
Fly high with the Aviation Society!
- Biomedical
Biomedical Sciences Society (BMScSoc)is for everyone studying Medical Sciences, Pharmacology, Neuroscience, Human Physiology...or anyone who is interested in these areas!
- BioSoc
- Business School
Come join the LUBS Society. It is a great way to meet course mates, like-minded business people and friends!
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
Come and join ChemSoc! For just £7 (freshers week only! Normal price £8) join in with the explosive action taking place this year, with socials ranging from film nights, to nights out and trips!
- Civil Engineering
Membership for 2011/12 is just £7 which entitles you to discounted tickets for all our exclusive socials and events as well as discounted entry into certain clubs around Leeds and free goodies!
- Classics
- CompSoc
- Criminal Justice
- Cultural Society
- Cutting Edge
- DentSoc
Leeds University Dental Society (DentSoc).
President: Garima Charan
- Design Society (School of Design)
- Earth Sciences (RocSoc)
We are the departmental society for earth science students from the School of Earth and Environment
- East Asian Research
- Electronics (ShockSoc)
ShockSoc is a free society for Leeds University Electronic and Electrical Engineers at all levels, providing the opportunity to socialise, unwind, make friends and participating in various activities
- Energy & Enviromental Engineering
- English
- Environmental (EnviroSoc)
We are the departmental society for environmental BA & BSc students from the School of Earth and Environment
- Faculty of Biological Sciences
Come join FoBSoc, the Faculty of Biological Sciences Society - open to ALL at the University of Leeds.
You can pay for your membership online, as well as buy tickets for many of our events and merc
- Food Science
- French
- Geography
- German
The German Society is an increasingly popular society and one of the most active departmental groups the University has to offer.
- History
- ICS
- International History & Politics
- Law
- Leeds University Philosophical Society
- Linguistics
- Mathematical
- Mechanical Engineering (Mech Eng Soc)
- MedSoc (Medicine)
We are Leeds MedSoc - the Biggest Society in Leeds and the Best Society in the World!
Follow the link for the official Leeds Medsoc website! The place to find info on all the Uni's best events!
- Middle Eastern Studies
This society aims to unite all undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University of Leeds with an interest in the Middle East in both an academic and social environment.
- MSRC
- NaMSoc (Nursing and Midwifery)
- NanoSoc
- Physics
- POLIS
POLIS Society
- Postgraduate Society (LUUP)
Leeds University Union Postgraduates
- Psyched (Psychiatry)
- Psychology
- RadSoc (Radiography)
- Robotics and Mechatronics Society
- Russian and Slavonic
- Social Work Society
- Social Work Society (Sok Wok)
- Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE)
This society is to invite all students who are interested in the Oil,Gas and Petrochemical industry to Join the newly established Society of Petroleum Engineers - Leeds University Student chapter.
- Sociology & Social policy
Welcome to Soc Soc 2011/2012!
Join today and check out our facebook for our upcoming events!
Run by a commitee of 8 students from within the school, becoming a member is a great way to meet people
- Spanish and Portuguese Society (SLAPSOC)
The Leeds University Spanish, Latin American and Portuguese Society! For both students from the department and anybody interested in lively hispanic culture!
- The Collaborative Arts Society
- Theology and Religion
- Transport
Faith
- Ahlul Bayt
'A person is either your brother in faith or your equal in humanity.' Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib
- Atheist
The society has 3 aims:
Provide a forum for debate on secular issues.
Provide high quality lectures on secularism, science and atheism.
Provide a top quality social life for the irreligious in Leed
- Bahai
- Buddhist Meditation
We are a group of Buddhists and non-Buddhists who run meditation sessions, discussions, socials and retreats and enjoy supporting each other.
- Catholic
We can't turn water into wine but we make a damn good cuppa!
- Christian Union
- Faith Groups
- Hindu Students Forum
NHSF Leeds has grown to become one of the most prominent faith and culture societies. Since our founding in 2004, each year we’ve gotten more members, more events and of course, more megaphones!
- Islamic
- Jewish
- Pentagram
Pentagram is Leeds University's society for Paganism, magic(k) and the occult.
We are as much a study group as a religious one, so anyone and everyone is welcome to join.
- Seventh Day Adventist
- Sikh
A youthful, modern approach to understanding Sikhism. We promote cultural exchange between Sikh students and other students in Leeds and we welcome people from all backgrounds Sikh or non Sikh.
General Interest Groups
- AIESEC
- Anime
Weekly Anime Screenings, Gaming Days, free Anime & Manga lending library, Drawing sessions, Costume workshops.. Whether you've seen a little or a lot animesoc welcomes you :)
- Arts
ArtsSoc is centered around weekly life drawing sessions, but also offers regular arts and craft events. From those studying fine art, to those who can only draw stickmen, all abilities are welcome!
- Assassins
Kill your friends.
- Bright Futures
- Calligraphy
The Calligraphy Society exists to introduce Leeds University students and the wider public to the various forms of calligraphy.
- Change Ringers
- Chess
- Comics & Graphic Novels
Your society for comic socials and geek banter. Long time followers to first time readers are all welcome!
- Debating
- Disabilities Society
The society for those who are disabled, their friends and family or anyone who has an interest in disability and wants to know more.
- Enterprise
- Film
Do It In The Dark: LUU Film Soc
- Folk
- Food Soc
For everyone with a love of food! With meals at Leeds' tastiest restaurants, cooking demonstrations and trips to food festivals, there's something for everyone to try!
- Henna
- Jazz & Blues
- LGBT
LGBT stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender. We are one of the most socially active societies within Leeds University Union and anyone is welcome to join and come along to our events.
- Mature and Part Time Students' Society (MatSoc)
- Motorbike Society
- Punk and Ska
- Quidditch and Harry Potter
- Real Ale
- Rock
- Sci Fi and Fantasy
- Sign Language
- Spoken Word
- Stitch & Bitch
- Student Parents / with Dependants
This group is aimed at all student parent & carers at leeds university.
- Trading and Investments
- Union Music Library
Borrow CDs and LPs of all genres from a collection of over seven thousand
- Vegetarian Food
Whether you're a tofu-addict, a Quorn-fiend or if you like your steak and ribs - all are welcome!
- Wine
- Yoga Society
Come and join us if you enjoy yoga! If you haven't tried it then come and give it a go, yoga helps with relaxation, confidence, balance, strength, flexibility, stamina and focus. All levels welcome!
Martial Arts Groups
- Aikido
- Boxing
- Iaido
Iaido stems from the sword art of the samurai and focuses on inner zen and spiritual self development. Training focuses on control and precision, dispatching your enemy quickly and efficiently.
- Jiu Jitsu
- Judo
- Karate
- Kickboxing
- Lishi Tai Chi
- MMA (Mixed Martial Arts)
- Tae-Kwon-Do
- Thai Boxing
- Wing Chun
A chinese martial art Suitable for all body types
Media Groups
- Film Making
- Leeds Student
- Lippy
- LSR
- LSTV
LSTV (Leeds Student Television) is a student run TV station that broadcasts a range of diverse programmes made by students, for students, on the screens around the Union and and online every week!
- Medical Journal
The Leeds Medical School Magazine
- Photography
LUUPhotoSoc is a thriving society perfect for total beginners or seasoned pros whether into digital or film! So why not come along for great activities, socials and trips with fellow photographers?
- Scribe
Outdoor Activity Groups
- Archery
Leeds University Archery Club is a fun and friendly place to shoot, whether you are new to the sport or have been shooting for many years.
- Canoe Club
- Duke Of Edinburgh Award
- Hiking
- Horse Riding
- Mountaineering
Leeds University Union Mountaineering Club, one of the most active clubs at Leeds Uni.
- Orienteering
- Polo
- Rifle
- Sailing Club
- Scout & Guide
- Skydiving
- Snowriders
- Speleology (Caving)
- Sub Aqua
- Surf
- Wakeboarding
- Wilderness Medicine
- Windsurfing
Performance Groups
- A Cappella
- Backstage
- Band Soc
- BPM - Electronic Music and DJ Society
- Comedy Society
Leeds University's Comedy Society for people who are interested in performing/watching sketch and/or stand-up comedy.
- Dance Band
- Music
LUUMS has 4 orchestras, 3 bands, and 2 choirs. We run an educational programme and have an active social calendar. We're a friendly society and would love to meet you, so come along to a rehearsal!
- Music Theatre
- One Collective
Afro-root rhythm, song and dance.
- Open Theatre
- Opera
***
- Pantomime
- Revelation Rock Gospel Choir
- Stage Musicals Society
Leeds University's biggest Musical Theatre society. We organise, direct, choreograph, produce and perform spectacular Broadway and West End shows every semester!
- Theatre Group
Political and Campaigning Groups
- Amnesty International
- Conservative future
The youth wing of the Conservative Party in Leeds - we hold regular socials, trips and campaign for the party for local and national elections.
- Feminist
- Green Action
- Labour
Runs socials, speaker events, debates and campaigning sessions for all students who are interested in or have voted for the Labour party
- Liberal Democrats
- Medsin
- Mind Matters
- Palestinian Solidarity Group
- People & Planet
- Socialist Students
- Socialist Worker Students
- Stop AIDS
- Student Action for Refugees (STAR)
Student Action for Refugees (STAR) is a national network of student societies that campaign for, and volunteer with Refugees and Asylum Seekers. We
- Students for Sensible Drug Policy
- United Nations Association
Are you interested in diplomacy, human rights and world peace? Do you want to make a difference? Do you want to travel the world, representing different countries? Then, the UNA is for you!
Sports Groups
- American Football
- Association Football (m)
- Association Football (w)
- Athletics
- Badminton
- Basketball (m)
- Basketball (w)
- Cricket (m)
- Cricket (w)
- Cross Country
Leeds University cross country and road running club. For all abilities.
- Cycling
- Darts
- Fencing
LUU Fencing club is the place to be for fencing in Leeds
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Hockey (m)
- Hockey (w)
- Korfball
- Lacrosse (m)
- Lacrosse (w)
- Motorsport Society
- Netball
- Pool and Snooker
Competitive Ladders, Club Tournaments, Friendly Matches, Top Social Events: LUU Snooker & Pool Club is breaking new ground this year, so come join us! More details TBA...
- Rowing
- Rugby League
- Rugby Union (m)
- Squash and Racketball
- Swimming & Water Polo
- Ten Pin Bowling
- Tennis (m)
- Tennis (w)
- Trampoline
- Ultimate Frisbee
The University Of Leeds Ultimate Frisbee Club.
- Volleyball
- Women's Rugby
Women's rugby is one of the fastest growing sports in the UK, and for good reason too! Rugby is great for general fitness but it's also one of the most social sports out there. Experience not needed!
Volunteering Groups
- Action
Action is a student-led volunteer group. We run projects with children, older people and the environment, and are always looking for more opportunities to provide for the needs of the community.
- Action Windsurfing
- Actionbound
- Bridge The Gap
- Conservation Volunteers
Hands-on conservation work in and around Leeds.
- Easter and Summer Holidays
- Green Streets
- Hawksworth Project
- Homed
HOMED is a charity who works with three hostels in Leeds. Come and help make a difference to the lives of the homeless in Leeds!
- Little London Crazy Club
Volunteering - after school club
- LUUMS Education
LUU Music Society (LUUMS) Education is a student-led society that runs a number of projects involving music and the wider community of Leeds and the surrounding areas. Click to find out more!
- LUUMs-Action Music Project
- MEDAID Africa
- Nightline
Nightline is a student peer counselling service open every night of term with branches at over 40 UK universities
- Outdoor Mix
- RAG
Leeds RAG is Leeds University Union’s official fundraising body.
- Reach
- READ International
Read International is a nationwide charity which collects books from UK high schools and takes the best and most relevant textbooks to Tanzania. We enthusiastic volunteers to work at every stage
- Saturday Stars
- St John Ambulance Links
- STAR Bike Project
Project renovating and redistributing bikes to refugees and asylum seekers.
- STAR Saturday Project
Project that provides English classes for refugees and asylum seekers.
- STAR Wednesday Project
Project providing English classes for refugees and asylum seekers on Wednesdays.
- Sunday Sport
- Tea Party
- Venture
- Woodhouse Kids Club