Lancaster University is home to one of the UK’s leading hubs for cyber security learning, innovation, and community impact. As an NCSC-recognised Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Education (ACE-CSE), our mission is to grow a diverse, highly skilled cyber workforce while strengthening digital resilience across the North West and beyond.
Cyber security touches every part of modern life. At Lancaster, we make it accessible through inspiring teaching, hands-on practice, cutting-edge facilities, and partnerships that connect learners with real-world challenges.
We work across the full education pipeline:
- Schools & colleges discovering digital futures
- University students building technical and professional expertise
- Professionals and leaders developing cyber confidence
- Communities and families learning to stay safe online
Our programmes are powered by major investment in new facilities, a multi-disciplinary academic community, and deep collaboration with industry, government and civic organisations.
