A globally recognised, top 10 UK university

We are top 10 in the Complete University Guide 2024 and top 125 in the QS World University Rankings 2024.

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Lifelong careers support

Lancaster is one of the top 25 most targeted universities by the UK's top graduate employers (High Fliers 2023) and our students have many opportunities to meet top recruiters and placement (year in industry) hosts at careers fairs, skills workshops, employer presentations and panels and sector insight days.

Access 24/7 online careers support, be supported through the job application process by our friendly careers team, and participate in bespoke programmes designed to enhance employability. We can even help finding part-time work to fit around your studies.

Careers support at Lancaster is for life, so we'll be here if and when you need us throughout your studies or life after graduation.

Careers support

Everything on campus

Our campus has everything you need for a fulfilling student experience. Social spaces for every occasion - from cosy cafés to lively bars to study spots designed to help you focus or facilitate collaboration, including a 24/7 in term time library. There are plenty of places to eat; and scenic green space that's the perfect setting for time with friends or taking time out. Arts venues include a cinema, theatre, and gallery; and there are extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities for sports lovers of all levels.

Campus Tour

Join Meenal and Vlad as they take you on a tour of the Lancaster University campus. Discover our learning facilities, accommodation, sports facilities, welfare offering, cafes, bars, green space and more.

I love the balance between the environmental aspects and the modern buildings. I like that we have a 24-hour library, I love to study there at night when it’s quiet. I also really like walking around campus, it’s got so much green space which is nice for taking a break from studying.

A quote from Jade Yeung, student

Accommodation

We offer a range of accommodation types, designed to suit all preferences and budgets. Our accommodation has been named Best University Halls eight times since 2010 at the Global Student Living Index, previously The National Student Housing Awards.

Your bedroom

A bedroom in one of the Furness College en suite flats

A tour of a shared facilities flat

A look around one of our single bedrooms in our shared facilities flats. Here, you get a wash basin in the room and share toilet and shower facilities with up to five students and a kitchen with up to nine students.

Your kitchen

The kitchen in one of our Pendle College shared bathroom flats

Your bedroom

A bedroom in one of our Pendle College shared bathroom flats

A tour of our 'house' accommodation

A look around one of our houses, with single bedrooms, bathrooms shared between two and a shared kitchen/social space between twelve.

Your desk

Desk space in one of the County College house bedrooms

Your kitchen

The kitchen in one of the County College houses

Where is Lancaster?

Lancaster University is situated on a spacious and green campus, three miles south of the city of Lancaster in North West England. Around 1 hour from Manchester or Liverpool, 2 hours from Birmingham, or 2.5 hours from London by direct train, Lancaster is well connected and easy to get to.

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Travel times are based on the best estimates by road or rail.

The City of Lancaster

The City of Lancaster is a wonderful neighbour to campus. It’s the best of both worlds – with green spaces nestled alongside a variety of daytime and night-time venues to suit every vibe. Lancaster’s location means choice, from city life with a full schedule of affordable events to the coast and national parks right on our doorstep.

Supporting you

  • Nine colleges, one home

    Colleges are designed to enrich your experience with dedicated support teams and a calendar of unmissable events. The accommodation type you like will help you choose which colleges to apply to and when here your college is where you will live.

  • Scholarships and bursaries

    We are committed to financially helping students. No student with the ambition and talent to thrive should miss out on a university education.

  • Wellbeing and support

    You'll have access to a range of specialist support services that work in partnership with your academic department and your college to offer you the right support at the right time

A world of opportunity awaits you

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