• #=141 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 15,397Total Students
  • 1,456Faculty
  • 5,492Int'l Students

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Lancaster University offers over 280 undergraduate degree programmes across four faculties; The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University Management School and The Faculty of Science and Technology.

Lancaster students have the opportunity to experience life at an overseas university through our study abroad programme. With over 150 academic partners across 24 countries around the world, Lancaster has strong links with universities and institutions in the USA, Asia and Europe. You can explore the world in a range of different study placements, cultural exchanges and volunteering programmes.

The 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) assesses the quality and impact of research in UK universities across all subjects. 91% of Lancaster's research has been independently rated as 'internationally excellent' or 'world leading' with 46% rated in the highest category of 4*. The results combine with Lancaster's strengths in teaching and investment in the student experience to reflect our distinctive university community, able to excel in teaching and

The Lancaster University campus in North-West England occupies a beautiful 578-acre green site, just three miles from Lancaster City Centre. Campus has everything you need. From the expected: teaching facilities, accommodation, library, places to eat, a sports centre, supermarkets, laundrettes. To the slightly unexpected: a sustainability shop, farmers' market and even its own Greggs.

Surrounded by woodland that you can explore with paths and trails, campus has many green spaces that are ideal for moments of calm or somewhere to socialise with friends. Keep healthy with our extensive sports facilities, including sports halls, a climbing wall, swimming pool, fitness suite, strength and conditioning room, outdoor pitches and courts, and a 2.6-mile Trim Trail that spans campus.

Located at the heart of campus, our library is a welcoming place that brings people together to study, learn and attend events. With staff ready to support your learning, over a million digital and physical resources, living walls and a tree affectionately named Norma.

Our eight undergraduate colleges have a social space each (open to all) and campus boasts an assortment of food outlets and recreational spaces that are the perfect setting for life outside of your studies.

Accommodation at Lancaster has been named UK’s ‘Best University Halls’ eight times since 2010 at the National Student Housing Awards, so whatever your budget or room preference, you’ll find a comfortable place to live. Incoming full-time undergraduates are guaranteed a place on campus if Lancaster is your firm choice university, you have firmly accepted an offer via UCAS, and you submit your application before 10 August.

All full time undergraduate applications should be made through the UCAS website using UCAS Hub. You will submit one UCAS application for all the universities that you are applying to.

As part of the application, you will need to enter your personal details, previous and current qualifications, an academic reference, and a personal statement. The UCAS website provides helpful tips and videos that explain in detail the information required for each section of the application.

For more information on how to apply as an international student, please visit our website.

Going to university is a life-changing experience; it’s about expanding your knowledge, developing new skills, and making meaningful connections.

Studying at Lancaster University is an investment in your future. Our students benefit from excellent teaching (awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023), which is underpinned by world-leading research and meaningful engagement with industry.

Whether you have an idea about your career path before you start university or not, we’re here to guide and support you throughout your time studying with us and throughout your life as a Lancaster graduate. In addition to the careers workshops and activities you might expect at university, such as CV advice and interview practice, we offer a range of work experiences, study and work abroad opportunities and bespoke employability programmes to help international students prepare for a career in the UK or overseas.

About

Lancaster University offers over 280 undergraduate degree programmes across four faculties; The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The Faculty of Health and Medicine, Lancaster University Management School and The Faculty of Science and Technology.

Lancaster students have the opportunity to experience life at an overseas university through our study abroad programme. With over 150 academic partners across 24 countries around the world, Lancaster has strong links with universities and institutions in the USA, Asia and Europe. You can explore the world in a range of different study placements, cultural exchanges and volunteering programmes.

The 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) assesses the quality and impact of research in UK universities across all subjects. 91% of Lancaster's research has been independently rated as 'internationally excellent' or 'world leading' with 46% rated in the highest category of 4*. The results combine with Lancaster's strengths in teaching and investment in the student experience to reflect our distinctive university community, able to excel in teaching and

The Lancaster University campus in North-West England occupies a beautiful 578-acre green site, just three miles from Lancaster City Centre. Campus has everything you need. From the expected: teaching facilities, accommodation, library, places to eat, a sports centre, supermarkets, laundrettes. To the slightly unexpected: a sustainability shop, farmers' market and even its own Greggs.

Surrounded by woodland that you can explore with paths and trails, campus has many green spaces that are ideal for moments of calm or somewhere to socialise with friends. Keep healthy with our extensive sports facilities, including sports halls, a climbing wall, swimming pool, fitness suite, strength and conditioning room, outdoor pitches and courts, and a 2.6-mile Trim Trail that spans campus.

Located at the heart of campus, our library is a welcoming place that brings people together to study, learn and attend events. With staff ready to support your learning, over a million digital and physical resources, living walls and a tree affectionately named Norma.

Our eight undergraduate colleges have a social space each (open to all) and campus boasts an assortment of food outlets and recreational spaces that are the perfect setting for life outside of your studies.

Accommodation at Lancaster has been named UK’s ‘Best University Halls’ eight times since 2010 at the National Student Housing Awards, so whatever your budget or room preference, you’ll find a comfortable place to live. Incoming full-time undergraduates are guaranteed a place on campus if Lancaster is your firm choice university, you have firmly accepted an offer via UCAS, and you submit your application before 10 August.

All full time undergraduate applications should be made through the UCAS website using UCAS Hub. You will submit one UCAS application for all the universities that you are applying to.

As part of the application, you will need to enter your personal details, previous and current qualifications, an academic reference, and a personal statement. The UCAS website provides helpful tips and videos that explain in detail the information required for each section of the application.

For more information on how to apply as an international student, please visit our website.

Going to university is a life-changing experience; it’s about expanding your knowledge, developing new skills, and making meaningful connections.

Studying at Lancaster University is an investment in your future. Our students benefit from excellent teaching (awarded a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023), which is underpinned by world-leading research and meaningful engagement with industry.

Whether you have an idea about your career path before you start university or not, we’re here to guide and support you throughout your time studying with us and throughout your life as a Lancaster graduate. In addition to the careers workshops and activities you might expect at university, such as CV advice and interview practice, we offer a range of work experiences, study and work abroad opportunities and bespoke employability programmes to help international students prepare for a career in the UK or overseas.

University highlights

QS World University Ranking

  • 2012
    #163
  • 2014
    #156
  • 2015
    #160
  • 2016
    #121
  • 2017
    #129
  • 2018
    #=135
  • 2019
    #131
  • 2020
    #128
  • 2021
    #=135
  • 2022
    #132
  • 2023
    #146
  • 2024
    #122
  • 2025
    #=141

Student & Staff

Total students
15,397

21%
79%

International students
5,492

31%
69%

Total faculty staff
1,456

552
904

Total students
15,397

21%
79%

International students
5,492

31%
69%

Total faculty staff
1,456

904
552
2025
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Scholarships

Yes
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Campus locations

Lancaster, GB,

Lancaster , United Kingdom , LA1 4YW

English language requirements

Lancaster University EN