Leeds Futures - STEM
About Futures
Leeds Futures - STEM is a national outreach programme aimed at Year 12 students. The programme offers an exciting opportunity to explore STEM subjects you're interested in studying at university, whilst also helping to build essential study skills and an understanding of potential career paths.
Through a series of workshops delivered by lecturers and student ambassadors, you'll receive valuable insights into a wide range of STEM subjects, as well as practical guidance on UCAS applications, writing your personal statement, and choosing accommodation.
We especially welcome applications from students who are underrepresented in STEM fields.
Applications for this year's Leeds Futures - STEM have closed. For the 2026 cohort, applications will open in Autumn 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions
When are the sessions?
Leeds Futures – STEM is split into two pathways, Engineering and Sciences. You will be assigned a pathway based on your current subjects and interests, and you are expected to attend sessions in your pathway live, or catch up later with the session recording. You may also want to join sessions from the other strand.
Engineering sessions are on Mondays, 17:00-18:00, and Sciences sessions are on Thursdays 17:00-18:00. You will also be invited to a Campus Day in April, and a series of Progression to University workshops between May and October.
A full timetable is available to view here.
Will I get to visit the University?
As part of the Leeds Futures – STEM programme, you are invited to attend a Campus Day in April. Further details have been emailed to students currently enrolled on Futures. You must complete the Sign-Up Form by 23rd March 2025.
Please note that if the event is oversubscribed, priority will be given to students who meet our contextual admissions criteria.
What happens if I can’t attend one of the sessions?
If you cannot attend a session in your pathway, please contact stem@leeds.ac.uk so that we know not to expect you. You will be sent a recording of the session, and you must then fill in the accompanying form.
When will I receive information for sessions?
Joining details for the next sessions will be emailed to you on the Friday of the week before.
Will participating in Futures help my university applications?
Leeds Futures – STEM will provide you with useful experience and knowledge to write about in your personal statement. You’ll also gather a range of insights into STEM subjects and what they entail and understand the admissions process.
How long is the Leeds Futures – STEM programme?
Leeds Futures – STEM starts in March, with the final Celebration and Graduation being in December.
Will I receive a certificate for completing Leeds Futures – STEM?
Yes, you will receive a certificate.
Applications for Leeds Futures - STEM
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