At Leeds Beckett University we are proud of our history and our place within the community. As a modern university we have 200 years of history, our activities and endeavours over many years have not only had positive impacts on us as an institution but have also been transformative to the world around us. Throughout our history, it is people who have shaped us and who continue to do so today.

Today we have over 253,000 former students, including Olympic and Paralympic medallists, Oscar award winners, politicians and business innovators. Over the years, our graduates have changed the world. They've helped to shape our society. They've come from 166 countries to learn and grow.

Among our 253,000-strong alumni community, we’re proud to boast some truly outstanding individuals, including:

Britain’s most determined female Paralympian, Dame Sarah Storey

80s band Soft Cell’s singer, Marc Almond OBE

Game of Thrones cinematographer, Fabian Wagner

Designer of the London Olympic Torch, Edward Barber OBE