Engineering at Lancaster University

Engineering

 We are now a School of Engineering. Our ambitious expansion plan brings you the very best in teaching and research facilities, opening in summer 2023.

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1st

1st for research intensity in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
The Complete University Guide 2023

#3

for graduate prospects in Mechanical Engineering
The Complete University Guide 2023

#6

for Chemical Engineering
The Guardian University Guide 2023

#13

for course satisfaction in Electronic and Electrical Engineering
The Guardian University Guide 2023

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Study

You will enjoy innovative teaching methods, including creative project work. Our aim is to encourage you to learn and gain hands-on experience. We take pride in inspiring our future world-changing engineers.

Research

The School of Engineering at Lancaster is a broad-based engineering centre, with a record of innovative teaching, world-class research and integration with industry.

  • Chemical Engineering

    Investigating all the relevant aspects of chemical and biochemical engineering, from fundamental science to engineering applications.

  • Electronic Engineering

    A leading group focusing on research spanning from digital electronics and materials to high-frequency applications.

  • Energy

    Addressing major scientific and technological challenges in emerging energy technologies and sustainability.

  • Nuclear Science and Engineering

    Our approach in nuclear research covers instrumentation, robotic, and chemical engineering.

  • Structures, Materials and Manufacturing

    Understanding functional materials, composite systems, structural health monitoring, production processes and technologies.

Latest News

Actors Hannah Goudie-Hunter & Aleysha Jade in “Curious Investigators”

Children’s theatre show developed with School of Engineering goes on UK tour

Lancaster University’s School of Engineering has helped to develop a young children’s theatre show which is currently touring the UK.

 
Professor Claudio Paoloni

Engineering Professor Claudio Paoloni appointed to two prestigious roles

Professor Claudio Paoloni is to become a Distinguished Lecturer at the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Electron Devices Society. 
from left: Chris Lambert, Programme Manager, School of Engineering; Tom Pagen Design Engineer, Atkinson Vos Ltd; Dr Stephen Quayle School of Engineering; Ed Dale Design Engineer, Atkinson Vos Ltd and Tom Abram, School of Engineering.

Award recognises university collaboration with specialist vehicle manufacturer

Lancaster University has been recognised for its collaboration with Atkinson Vos Ltd, a specialist tractor and trailer company based in North Yorkshire.
from left; Professor Graeme Burt, Dr Robert A. Rimmer with the Chancellor the Rt Hon Alan Milburn

Honorary degree for eminent Lancaster alumnus Robert Rimmer

An internationally renowned scientist in the field of particle accelerators has been awarded an honorary Doctor of Science degree at the December graduation ceremonies.
Wind Turbine

Lancaster Engineers assess climate change emissions

 The costs of climate change adaptation and mitigation has been estimated in a new study by an international team of researchers.

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