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About Lancaster University

Country the United Kingdom
Number of courses 544

Lancaster University is among the best in the world. We’re proud to be ranked in the top 15 in the three main UK league tables, with Gold-rated teaching (TEF 2023). Here, students learn in an inspiring, research-led environment, from academics who are at the forefront of their fields of research and whose work has positive impacts well beyond academia. Our outstanding reputation attracts some of the brightest minds from around the world, creating an inspiring environment to learn in.  

We’re well connected to employers, the High Fliers‘Graduate Market in 2024’ report named Lancaster University as one of the 30 most targeted universities by the UK’s leading graduate employers.

Lancaster University is also internationally recognised as an outstanding education provider;out of more than 1,500 universities, we are placed in the top 150 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Beyond this, we have been awarded five stars by QS for teaching, employability, internationalisation, research, facilities, subject ranking, and environmental impact. 

There are eight different undergraduate colleges, all of which provide college events, social and study spaces with a friendly and supportive community to be a part of.

There are four academic faculties at Lancaster University:

  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Health and Medicine
  • Faculty of Science and Technology
  • Faculty of Management

In REF 2021 91% of our research was independently rated as 'internationally excellent' or 'world leading' including 46% rated in the highest category of 4*.

Across campus, you’ll find exceptional learning facilities. From modern and well-equipped labs and lecture theatres in our faculties,to inspiring study spaces for every need, including dedicated silent study and group work facilities, and a library that’s open 24/7 in term time.  

 Our campus is more than just a place to study, it’s designed to feel like a home from home, with accommodation, restaurants, cafes, a sports centre, social spaces, shops for the essentials, laundrettes, a health centre, a nursery, and more.  

 A short bus ride or cycle will take you from our campus into the heart of Lancaster – a city full of character and culture. It’s a city without the sprawl, compact enough to walk around and small enough to hold onto a friendly personality. But there’s also everything you’d expect from a modern city, with plenty to see and do, from busy shops and a vibrant nightlife to cultural attractions and beautiful parks.

We have places available in Clearing for 2025, find out how you can make the most of your results at a top 10 UK university (Complete University Guide 2026).

Learn more about Lancaster University

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Courses at Lancaster University

There are 544 courses listed from Lancaster University. These are displayed below in alphabetical order:

International Study Visa

As an international student you may require a valid visa to study at Lancaster University. Read more about the requirements in our Guide to the United Kingdom International Student Visa Requirements.

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