| Location | Leicester, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Students | 25810 | Establishment | University |
| Founded In | 1992 | Estimated Cost of Living | 9207 GBP |
| Address | The Gateway Leicester LE1 9BH United Kingdom |
The university's origins are in the Leicester School of Art, established in 1870 on a voluntary basis. The school expanded in response to the changing needs of late 19th-century industry; leading to the introduction of subjects such as engineering, building and machine drawing.
By 1897, it was clear the buildings being used were no longer suitable. £25,000 was raised to build 'a very handsome school that would be enormous credit to the town and ... so that it would answer its purpose for the next 100 years.
The building in question is the Hawthorn Building, which today still houses the sciences; in the shape of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.
At the time of the first phase of its construction, there were 500 art students and 1,000 technical students. In 1903, a letter from His Majesty's Inspector praised the success of the technical subjects.
Increasing demand for courses prompted an extension to the Hawthorn Building in 1909. In 1919, further properties were rented. The Duchess of Atholl laid the foundation stone of Hawthorn's new west wing in 1927; by which time the establishment was known under the joint name of The Leicester Colleges of Art and Technology.
In 1930, the college was recognised for the external degree course in Pharmacy of the University of London, and the Pharmaceutical Chemist Diploma of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain. In 1934, the University of London recognised the college as suitable for preparing students for the External Degree in Engineering, and so the courses on offer developed apace.
The prospectus for 1936–37 included details of various technically based schools, including the Schools of Architecture, Building and Building Crafts, and Engineering.
The fourth phase of extensions to the Hawthorn Building was completed in 1938–39. The first accommodation was secured in 1946 when three houses were purchased by the university.
Great Location - De Montfort University (DMU) is located in the welcoming and multicultural city of Leicester, just over an hour from London. Travelling to DMU:-
By car -Leicester is just off the M1 and close to the A1, allowing easy access to the North and South. The M69 and M6 are also close by and offer access to Birmingham, Wales and the South West.
Sat Nav: If you are travelling by car and using Sat Nav, use postcode LE2 7DP, which will direct you to the centre of the campus.
Cyclists - There is a marked network of cycle routes across the city and a high number of accessible cycle racks on campus. In addition, for a small charge, The Bike Park in Town Hall Square allows you to leave your bike safely and even take a shower or change a tyre if necessary.
Public transport - High-speed train links connect Leicester to London and many other large towns and cities, while bus and coach services provide great value and reliable connections across Leicester and to most parts of the UK. Park-and-ride services are also provided in the city.
Airports - East Midlands International Airport is less than half an hour away and Birmingham, Gatwick, Heathrow, Luton and Stansted airports are all within reach.
Successful Students - Our students and alumni do some amazing things, from designing outfits worn by celebrities such as Beyonce and Lady Gaga, to working on some of the most popular animated films, such as Frozen and Big Hero 6.
170 accredited courses - Over 170 of our courses are accredited by professional bodies, ensuring they remain relevant to the industry. Through these accreditations, students can gain significant exemptions from professional qualifications after graduation.
Supportive and friendly - DMU offers free English language support while you're studying – 2 hours per week for undergraduate and research students and 3 hours per week for postgraduate students. We also offer free airport pick-ups, and an international welcome week when you first arrive on campus. We have a dedicated International Student Support Team and a 'buddies' scheme which matches you with a current DMU student to help you settle in.
The four Library sites on campus consist of the main Kimberlin Library and three ancillaries. Many Library functions are also available off-campus at any time, including electronic resources such as academic databases, and online account management facilities such as book renewal.
Leisure at DMU - The Leisure team seeks to offer participation in a diverse range of physical sports and wellbeing activities in our state of the art facilities. Leisure Services is committed to providing excellent customer service through its activities, programmes, facilities and staff. We strive for an inclusive environment which is welcoming to all and reflects the diverse needs of our users.
Where to eat and drink - DMU's official catering partner Chartwells operates a number of the food outlets across the campus, as well as providing hospitality services for university conferences and events.
PROUD TO BE MORE - At DMU we are proud of our unique sense of community, the life-changing experiences we offer to students, and the global impact made by our students and staff. As a university, we are committed to giving our students more. Our new campaign – Proud to be More – reflects that spirit and that unwavering commitment.
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