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Leo Baeck College

London, United Kingdom • Founded 1956

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: lbc.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Leo Baeck College
Acronyms: LBC
Founded: 1956
Institution Type: College
Students at Leo Baeck College
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Operating from London, United Kingdom, Leo Baeck College delivers higher education as a college established in 1956. It serves as a higher-education provider within the United Kingdom.

Leo Baeck College runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Leo Baeck College's physical location and contact details are listed below.

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Phone: +44 (0) 20 8349 5600
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Programs Offered

Leo Baeck College's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

4 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Master's Degree 1 programme

MA in Applied Rabbinic Theology (Rabbinic Students only)
20 months

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Postgraduate Diploma 3 programmes

Graduate Diploma in Hebrew and Jewish Studies, Part 1
1 year

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Graduate Diploma in Hebrew and Jewish Studies, Part 2
1 year

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Postgraduate Diploma in Hebrew and Jewish Studies
1 year

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Scholarships in United Kingdom

Funding options available to students studying in the United Kingdom, alongside Leo Baeck College's costs.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Leo Baeck College

How to apply to Leo Baeck College — a five-step structure.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse Leo Baeck College's 4 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Programme-level requirements at Leo Baeck College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    Leo Baeck College takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Leo Baeck College's own admissions portal at www.lbc.ac.uk instead.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at +44 (0) 20 8349 5600. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Leo Baeck College

Quick answers to common questions about Leo Baeck College.

How old is Leo Baeck College?

The institution opened in 1956 (approximately 70 years ago).

Where is Leo Baeck College located?

Leo Baeck College is located in London, United Kingdom.

Where can I learn more about Leo Baeck College?

The institution's website is www.lbc.ac.uk.

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