Experience the vibrant, student friendly city of Leeds and explore the rich history, culture and natural beauty of the area. The summer school combines world-class tuition with academic field trips. Leeds International Summer School (LISS) also includes social activities and cultural excursions. LISS is for current students and recent graduates from other universities around the world.
| Programme Dates | Block one: 4-18 July 2026 Block two: 19 July – 1 August 2026 Both blocks: 4 July – 1 August 2026 |
| Application Deadlines | 1 May 2026 |
| Programme Fees | One block: £2,250 (~HK$23,628)^ Both blocks: £4,095 (~HK$43,003)^ |
| Early Discount | One block: £75 (~HK$788)^ Both blocks: £150 (~HK$1,575)^ *Submit LISS application by 1 April 2026 |
| Accommodation | Included in programme fee |
| Modules | Block 1 modules: Check here Block 2 modules: Check here |
| Entry requirement (Details) | Academic requirement – Minimum GPA of 2.5/4.0 IELTS requirement – Minimum 5.5 overall (with no component lower than 5.0) |
^For reference only, the exchange rate is quoted directly from Xe Currency Converter as of 13 January 2026.
*Please refer to the website of the organiser for the entry requirements, accommodation, and schedule, etc.
*Please note that credit transfer is NOT acceptable for this programme.
Submission of Application
- Step 1: Check and ensure that you fulfil the admission requirements.
- Step 2: Fill out the online form for internal tracking. It allows us to assist with your application more effectively.
- Step 3: Submit your application to the University of Leeds.
- If you need Proof of Student Status/Transcript for application, please apply for the documents through the Registry here.
Education Bureau’s Scholarship / Subsidy
| Reaching Out Award Please contact the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) for more details. Application for supporting the overseas activity to be held between 1 January 2026 and 31 March 2027 will be closed on 13 January 2026 (5 pm). |
| Means-tested Subsidy Undergraduate students receiving means-tested student financial assistance from the Student Finance Office (SFO) or whose families are receiving Comprehensive Social Security Assistance (CSSA) are eligible to apply for the Subsidy Scheme for Exchange Activities – Subsidy on Exchange for Post-secondary Students (SSE). With United Kingdom as the destination and 2/4 weeks in duration, the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme for this summer school programme is HK$14,000. The amount for an eligible student is calculated by the approved level of student finance (in terms of percentage of full grant) to the maximum level of subsidy for the Subsidy Scheme. Each student will be eligible for assistance under the SSE only ONCE throughout their study in programme(s) at the same level of study in Hong Kong, irrespective of the amount of subsidy received. If you are eligible to apply, please submit your Application Form after receiving the Letter of Acceptance issued by the host institution, and before your departure. |