University of Leicester (LE)

Founded in 1921 as a University College originally, it was granted the Royal Charter 36 years later in 1957. It is one of the leading research universities in the UK and has made a positive impact on public health, culture, society and the environment. Being in the city of Leicester, the university students get exposure to the ethnically diverse and socially inclusive culture of the 10th largest city of the UK. The university is known for its excellent teaching and research. One of the hallmarks of the research at the University of Leicester being the invention of genetic fingerprinting in 1984 by Professor Sir Alec Jeffreys which has taken genetic technologies to the next level. Along with the studies, the university is known for its extra-curricular activities like theatre, comedy, art, live music, dance, creative workshops and more, which helps in the overall development of the students. The university also has several sports clubs for sports enthusiasts. Founded in 1921 as a University College originally, it was granted the Royal Charter 36 years later in 1957. It is one of the leading research universities in the UK and has made a positive impact on public health, culture, society and the environment. Being in the city of Leicester, the university students get exposure to the ethnically diverse and socially inclusive culture of the 10th largest city of the UK. The university is known for its excellent teaching and research. One of the hallmarks of the research at the University of Leicester being the invention of genetic fingerprinting in 1984 by Professor Sir Alec Jeffreys which has taken genetic technologies to the next level. Along with the studies, the university is known for its extra-curricular activities like theatre, comedy, art, live music, dance, creative workshops and more, which helps in the overall development of the students. The university also has several sports clubs for sports enthusiasts.