School of Languages, Cultures and Societies, University of Leeds
@lcsleeds.bsky.social
One of the largest, most diverse Schools of Languages, Cultures & Societies in the UK. A leading centre for Languages, Classics, Film, Intercultural Studies, Translation & Linguistics.
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Every university should renovate the disciplinary framework of its courses and ask whether it is responding to its global responsibilities. But no university should recognise any merit in withdrawing from the study of other languages, cultures & societies
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
The latest threat to UK modern languages is yet another faux pas
Nottingham and Leicester are taking a swing at language departments. But those proposing closures have taken their eye off the ball, say four linguists
www.timeshighereducation.com
November 14, 2025 at 7:32 AM
Every university should renovate the disciplinary framework of its courses and ask whether it is responding to its global responsibilities. But no university should recognise any merit in withdrawing from the study of other languages, cultures & societies
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/late...
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We're happy to share: Amazing Blood Ties! written by Jieun Kim (PI of Hematopolitics) and illustrated by Leigh Bowser. This children’s book introduces kids aged 5–8 to the stories behind blood donation and how we’re all connected. Freely available at: hematopolitics.org/amazing-bloo...
November 13, 2025 at 1:49 PM
We're happy to share: Amazing Blood Ties! written by Jieun Kim (PI of Hematopolitics) and illustrated by Leigh Bowser. This children’s book introduces kids aged 5–8 to the stories behind blood donation and how we’re all connected. Freely available at: hematopolitics.org/amazing-bloo...
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... we’re starting off strong, as there are even more events today. Check them out:
🔤 Talk: A is for Allegiance – British Library
🧑🏫 Webinar: Languages for All – School Collaborations
🧠 Webinar: UK Linguistics Olympiad Introduction
🇬🇷 Greek Language Taster
☕ Global Café at Common Ground
🔤 Talk: A is for Allegiance – British Library
🧑🏫 Webinar: Languages for All – School Collaborations
🧠 Webinar: UK Linguistics Olympiad Introduction
🇬🇷 Greek Language Taster
☕ Global Café at Common Ground
November 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
... we’re starting off strong, as there are even more events today. Check them out:
🔤 Talk: A is for Allegiance – British Library
🧑🏫 Webinar: Languages for All – School Collaborations
🧠 Webinar: UK Linguistics Olympiad Introduction
🇬🇷 Greek Language Taster
☕ Global Café at Common Ground
🔤 Talk: A is for Allegiance – British Library
🧑🏫 Webinar: Languages for All – School Collaborations
🧠 Webinar: UK Linguistics Olympiad Introduction
🇬🇷 Greek Language Taster
☕ Global Café at Common Ground
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We had a full room in our Leeds City of Languages Year Abroad Photo Exhibition Opening this morning! Thank you to everybody who joined us!
Join us for two packed weeks celebrating languages, culture & connection — with taster sessions, workshops, school events, and more across Leeds and campus.
Join us for two packed weeks celebrating languages, culture & connection — with taster sessions, workshops, school events, and more across Leeds and campus.
November 10, 2025 at 2:49 PM
We had a full room in our Leeds City of Languages Year Abroad Photo Exhibition Opening this morning! Thank you to everybody who joined us!
Join us for two packed weeks celebrating languages, culture & connection — with taster sessions, workshops, school events, and more across Leeds and campus.
Join us for two packed weeks celebrating languages, culture & connection — with taster sessions, workshops, school events, and more across Leeds and campus.
Solidarity with our colleagues in Nottingham and Leicester www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
University of Nottingham students fight 'insane' cull of courses
Traitors composer Sam Watts is among those against plans to cut University of Nottingham courses.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Solidarity with our colleagues in Nottingham and Leicester www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
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Leeds International Film Festival is back tomorrow! As part of our collaboration, you can catch Dr Peter Haysom-Rodríguez talking about Bye Bye Brasil on Monday. For more info on this screening check: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/bye-b... @lcsleeds.bsky.social
October 29, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Leeds International Film Festival is back tomorrow! As part of our collaboration, you can catch Dr Peter Haysom-Rodríguez talking about Bye Bye Brasil on Monday. For more info on this screening check: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/bye-b... @lcsleeds.bsky.social
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Did you know that Leeds City of Languages are offering fantastic language workshops delivered by our Academics in local schools for Key Stages 3, 4 & 5. For a list of Language tasters, & their availability check on: artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/our-subjects... #languages @lcsleeds.bsky.social
November 1, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Did you know that Leeds City of Languages are offering fantastic language workshops delivered by our Academics in local schools for Key Stages 3, 4 & 5. For a list of Language tasters, & their availability check on: artsoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/our-subjects... #languages @lcsleeds.bsky.social
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In collaboration with @trumanbooks.bsky.social you can attend dual language Storytime for under 5s in Spanish 🇪🇸 and French 🇫🇷. No need to book just come along on Thursday 14th or Tuesday 18th November and join the fun! @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages #mfl #leedscityoflanguages
November 1, 2025 at 9:57 PM
In collaboration with @trumanbooks.bsky.social you can attend dual language Storytime for under 5s in Spanish 🇪🇸 and French 🇫🇷. No need to book just come along on Thursday 14th or Tuesday 18th November and join the fun! @lcsleeds.bsky.social #languages #mfl #leedscityoflanguages
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Some of our activities have already **sold out!**
From creative workshops to cultural showcases, there’s something for everyone — but spaces are going fast!
👉 Visit our website to see what’s on and secure your spot:
leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk
@lcsleeds.bsky.social
From creative workshops to cultural showcases, there’s something for everyone — but spaces are going fast!
👉 Visit our website to see what’s on and secure your spot:
leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk
@lcsleeds.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 12:16 PM
Some of our activities have already **sold out!**
From creative workshops to cultural showcases, there’s something for everyone — but spaces are going fast!
👉 Visit our website to see what’s on and secure your spot:
leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk
@lcsleeds.bsky.social
From creative workshops to cultural showcases, there’s something for everyone — but spaces are going fast!
👉 Visit our website to see what’s on and secure your spot:
leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk
@lcsleeds.bsky.social
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Our next film in the SPLAS Film Club is Mamífera on November 19th at 5pm. This is a film in Catalan. No need to book, just join us on the day at Parkinson Building 1.08! In collaboration with Institut Ramon Llul @lcsleeds.bsky.social
November 6, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Our next film in the SPLAS Film Club is Mamífera on November 19th at 5pm. This is a film in Catalan. No need to book, just join us on the day at Parkinson Building 1.08! In collaboration with Institut Ramon Llul @lcsleeds.bsky.social
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A week today! On 30 October, we will welcome Dr Elaine Sanderson (Liverpool) for our second research seminar of the year on 'Re-Making Memories: Reading Trauma and Recovery in Cicero’s Civil War Letters', 17:15-18:30 UK time. The talk will be hybrid (online joining instructions below). All welcome!
On 30 October will be welcoming Dr Elaine Sanderson @elainam42.bsky.social (Liverpool) for a research seminar on 'Re-Making Memories: Reading Trauma and Recovery in Cicero’s Civil War Letters', 17:15-18:30 UK time.
The talk will be hybrid (details in the thread). All very welcome to attend!
The talk will be hybrid (details in the thread). All very welcome to attend!
October 23, 2025 at 9:51 AM
A week today! On 30 October, we will welcome Dr Elaine Sanderson (Liverpool) for our second research seminar of the year on 'Re-Making Memories: Reading Trauma and Recovery in Cicero’s Civil War Letters', 17:15-18:30 UK time. The talk will be hybrid (online joining instructions below). All welcome!
So excited to launch our new MA in Classics and Ancient History now recruiting for 2026 entry! 🎉💐🥳
New MA in Classics and Ancient History at Leeds - we are thrilled to announce the launch of our new MA in Classics and Ancient History, *now recruiting* for September 2026!
For more information and to apply, please visit:
courses.leeds.ac.uk/k149/classic...
For more information and to apply, please visit:
courses.leeds.ac.uk/k149/classic...
Classics and Ancient History MA | University of Leeds
The Classics and Ancient History MA is unique to Leeds and explores the ancient Mediterranean world, spanning literature, history, philosophy, religion and material culture.
courses.leeds.ac.uk
October 27, 2025 at 7:25 PM
So excited to launch our new MA in Classics and Ancient History now recruiting for 2026 entry! 🎉💐🥳
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The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter, the UKLO contains language puzzles that provides an opportunity to apply formal reasoning from STEM subjects.
This online session for teachers will outline how the UKLO works. #languages
This online session for teachers will outline how the UKLO works. #languages
October 26, 2025 at 9:15 PM
The UK Linguistics Olympiad is a national language-analysis competition for students in KS2-KS5. Free to enter, the UKLO contains language puzzles that provides an opportunity to apply formal reasoning from STEM subjects.
This online session for teachers will outline how the UKLO works. #languages
This online session for teachers will outline how the UKLO works. #languages
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In 2020, during lockdown, photographic artist Alan Ward bought 7 German negatives from the First World War. This workshop will present some of Alan’s work and the responses of the inhabitants of Grandpré. Free. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/inter...
October 27, 2025 at 2:15 PM
In 2020, during lockdown, photographic artist Alan Ward bought 7 German negatives from the First World War. This workshop will present some of Alan’s work and the responses of the inhabitants of Grandpré. Free. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/inter...
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Leeds City of Languages is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections with the world.
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
October 13, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Leeds City of Languages is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections with the world.
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
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The rich and diverse programme of activities is brought to life through the generous support of our local, national & international partners, who contribute their expertise, time and resources to enrich the lives of children, young people & communities throughout Yorkshire. Thanks for your support!
October 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM
The rich and diverse programme of activities is brought to life through the generous support of our local, national & international partners, who contribute their expertise, time and resources to enrich the lives of children, young people & communities throughout Yorkshire. Thanks for your support!
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Do you want to boost your language students at A-level? Sign up to this webinar with Michael Slavinsky, founder of Languages For All, a charity which aims to increase the number of students at A-level & degree level from state schools. More info 👇: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/we...
October 14, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Do you want to boost your language students at A-level? Sign up to this webinar with Michael Slavinsky, founder of Languages For All, a charity which aims to increase the number of students at A-level & degree level from state schools. More info 👇: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/programme/we...
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We are delighted to support @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social - a two-week celebration of languages, cultures and global connections! Take a look at the varied programme of over 80 events taking place in and around Leeds and online, and the dedicated resources page for schools! #LeedsCityOfLanguages
Leeds City of Languages is a vibrant celebration of the city's languages, cultures, and communities, highlighting our connections with the world.
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
Check out our webpage: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk #leedscityoflanguages #languages #mfl
October 15, 2025 at 9:28 AM
We are delighted to support @leedscitylanguages.bsky.social - a two-week celebration of languages, cultures and global connections! Take a look at the varied programme of over 80 events taking place in and around Leeds and online, and the dedicated resources page for schools! #LeedsCityOfLanguages
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Would you like to understand the EAL label? In this webinar Prof Cecile de Cat will talk about the complex realities of EAL children and how teachers can learn to support these pupils. For more info and how to sign up: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin... #leedscityoflanguages #eal
October 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Would you like to understand the EAL label? In this webinar Prof Cecile de Cat will talk about the complex realities of EAL children and how teachers can learn to support these pupils. For more info and how to sign up: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin... #leedscityoflanguages #eal
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Alliance Française Leeds are offering free online French lessons as part of Leeds City of Languages. If you would like to find out more about them and how to sign up check our website: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/onlin... #leedscityoflanguages #french #languages
October 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Alliance Française Leeds are offering free online French lessons as part of Leeds City of Languages. If you would like to find out more about them and how to sign up check our website: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/onlin... #leedscityoflanguages #french #languages
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Webinar: Oracy is for everyone, by Prof Stephen Coleman
Oracy is about enabling every young person to leave school with the confidence to speak in ways that will allow them to flourish.
Wednesday 12th November at 4pm. Free. Webinar. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...
Oracy is about enabling every young person to leave school with the confidence to speak in ways that will allow them to flourish.
Wednesday 12th November at 4pm. Free. Webinar. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...
October 15, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Webinar: Oracy is for everyone, by Prof Stephen Coleman
Oracy is about enabling every young person to leave school with the confidence to speak in ways that will allow them to flourish.
Wednesday 12th November at 4pm. Free. Webinar. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...
Oracy is about enabling every young person to leave school with the confidence to speak in ways that will allow them to flourish.
Wednesday 12th November at 4pm. Free. Webinar. Booking required: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/webin...
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Dr Pete Watson discusses the various meanings, symbolisms and power of football in Colombia over the last decade, from the 2014 Men’s World Cup to the 2023 Women’s World Cup and asks: “What power does football really have?” More info on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #languages
October 26, 2025 at 11:40 AM
Dr Pete Watson discusses the various meanings, symbolisms and power of football in Colombia over the last decade, from the 2014 Men’s World Cup to the 2023 Women’s World Cup and asks: “What power does football really have?” More info on: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-... #languages
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Have you heard of a 'Somali village' in Bradford? Come and explore a disturbing yet surprising form of cultural encounter.
Talk: Racial hierarchy in Edwardian Yorkshire: Bradford's Somali Village of 1904, by Prof Fozia Bora
#Somalia #Bradford #Culture #History #LeedsCityofLanguages
Talk: Racial hierarchy in Edwardian Yorkshire: Bradford's Somali Village of 1904, by Prof Fozia Bora
#Somalia #Bradford #Culture #History #LeedsCityofLanguages
October 23, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Have you heard of a 'Somali village' in Bradford? Come and explore a disturbing yet surprising form of cultural encounter.
Talk: Racial hierarchy in Edwardian Yorkshire: Bradford's Somali Village of 1904, by Prof Fozia Bora
#Somalia #Bradford #Culture #History #LeedsCityofLanguages
Talk: Racial hierarchy in Edwardian Yorkshire: Bradford's Somali Village of 1904, by Prof Fozia Bora
#Somalia #Bradford #Culture #History #LeedsCityofLanguages
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Does #German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of #French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies?
Join us for a public lecture by Prof Sascha Stollhans.
👉 Find out more: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-...
@saschastollhans.bsky.social
Join us for a public lecture by Prof Sascha Stollhans.
👉 Find out more: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-...
@saschastollhans.bsky.social
October 26, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Does #German really sound aggressive? Why do some people find the sound of #French romantic and sexy? And how about the friendly-sounding Geordies?
Join us for a public lecture by Prof Sascha Stollhans.
👉 Find out more: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-...
@saschastollhans.bsky.social
Join us for a public lecture by Prof Sascha Stollhans.
👉 Find out more: leedscityoflanguages.leeds.ac.uk/events/talk-...
@saschastollhans.bsky.social