Hello and a warm welcome to all our new students joining us this January!
We’re so excited to have you here and can’t wait to see you settle in and make the most of your time with us.

As your International Officer and Education Officer, we’re here to support you alongside our entire officer team—whether you’re adjusting to a new country, navigating your studies, or just looking for ways to get involved. January Welcome is full of events designed to help you meet new people, discover opportunities, and feel at home on campus.

We’d love for you to join in, connect with others, and make this experience unforgettable. Check out the event schedule, pop by to anything that takes your fancy, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything—we’re here to empower you to thrive, belong and succeed during your time at Leicester and beyond.

Discover the cultural hotspots in your new city with our Leicester's Best Bits Map, find mouth-watering restaurants and cafes, public parks and nature trails, arts and heritage organisations, shops to browse in and treat yourself, and much more! Check out our key to understand the categories and if you've discovered anything that's worthy of being included on the map, submit your suggestion in the suggestions box. Happy exploring!