Student-led groups

Student-led groups

Become part of something exciting with the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences

A photograph of two students walking across a field carrying a rocket between them.
The Pathfinder rocket, taken from a drone, flying up in to the air, in the background is the Scottish mooreside.

Our student groups

Student societies within the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences offer hands-on opportunities to explore innovation beyond the classroom. Across our eight Schools, students collaborate on ambitious projects, from building racing cars and rockets to developing satellite communications and unmanned aerial systems.

Supported by leading academics, our societies promote teamwork, creativity, and practical problem-solving in the real world. Whether breaking records or deepening their passion for science and engineering, our students gain invaluable experience and a sense of community through these groups.

A group shot of Leeds University Rocket Association (LURA) stood with their rocket in the middle. Leeds University Rocketry Association (LURA)

Leeds University Rocketry Association (LURA)

LURA aims to be the UK’s leading student-led rocketry team, providing a space for students to design, build, and fly their own rockets, payloads, and engines.

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A racing car with University of Leeds branding, parked at an angle in a pit lane. Leeds Gryphon Racing

Leeds Gryphon Racing

Leeds' Formula Student team, formed in 1996, is a pioneer in university racing and continues to innovate with IC, EV, and AI cars.

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A generic UAV drone flying in the blue sky, with a scattering of clouds Gryphon Arrows

Gryphon Arrows

Debuting in 2025, the Gryphon Arrows hope to revolutionise humanitarian aid delivery through Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, designed to drop essential aid packages in remote and disaster-stricken areas.

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A large satellite array dish in front of a blue cloudy sky Leeds Space Communications Group

Leeds Space Communications Group

Leeds' Space Communications Group fosters student innovation in satellite and space communications through hands-on projects, collaborative learning, and real-world experience.

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The Leeds Sustainable Marine Team logo Leeds Sustainable Marine Team (LSMT)

Leeds Sustainable Marine Team (LSMT)

LSMT is a multidisciplinary team of engineering students that focuses on sustainable marine technology through innovative design and participation in the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge.

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The Project Orion Leeds Space Robotics logo Project ORION Leeds Space Robotics

Project ORION Leeds Space Robotics

Project ORION provides students with the knowledge and skills to succeed in the ever-growing space engineering industry and takes part in international space Rover challenges.

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