Science and Technology at Lancaster University

Taught Masters Degrees at Lancaster University

Inspiring courses for tomorrow's leading scientists.

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Scholarships and Funding

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Faculty Scholarships

Scholarships of between £1,000 and £10,000 available.

The Faculty of Science and Technology offers a limited number of prestigious scholarships to both UK and overseas students. These scholarships are principally based on the academic excellence of an applicant, or the high achieving potential of an applicant. Successful applicants will receive a reduction in their tuition fee to the value of their award.

Find out what’s available in your subject area.

Computer Science Cyber Security Data ScienceEngineering Environmental Studies Psychology Statistics

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Alumni Loyalty Scholarship

Lancaster University will offer a reduction in tuition fees to all taught Masters programmes for eligible applicants, determined by the level of undergraduate award achieved. The value of the scholarship is as follows:

  • 20% fee reduction for 1st Class Hons degree holders
  • 10% fee reduction for 2:1 Hons degree holders

Who is eligible?

To be eligible for the Alumni Loyalty Scholarship you must either:

  • Hold an undergraduate degree from Lancaster University (achieved at any time) or
  • Hold an undergraduate degree from Lancaster University, achieved at any time, including one delivered through an associated institution, or
  • Have graduated from one of our partner institutions with a Lancaster University degree (LU Ghana or Sunway University Malaysia) or
  • Have studied at Lancaster University via our Study Abroad programme

The Scholarship is open to all our Alumni, regardless of their nationality or year of graduation. You do not need to apply for this scholarship; you will qualify automatically if you meet the eligibility criteria and the course entry requirements.

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Postgraduate Loans

Non-means-tested loans of up to £10,000 are available to Masters students. This applies to taught and research Masters degree students. Funding for PhD students is through a separate scheme.

Loans will be available to students under the age of 60 studying full-time, part-time (at least 50% of a full-time course) or on distance-learning courses. Loans will be available to students across all discipline areas. The loan is a contribution towards the costs of postgraduate study. It will not be available if you already have a Master's qualification. Postgraduate funding is considered a devolved matter for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Loans are only available for students resident in England.

Repayments will be on an income-contingent basis commencing in 2019. Postgraduate loan repayments will be paid concurrently with undergraduate loan repayments, at a rate of 6% of annual income over £21,000. Interest will be charged at RPI + 3%.

Taught Masters Departments

  • Computing & Communications

    Computer Science is a dynamic discipline with a wide range of applications. You’ll also be able to take part in ‘hackathons’, programming competitions, Code Club and major projects. Previously, our students helped code the BBC micro:bit, and entered the Inter-Ace Cyber Competition.

  • Engineering

    Engineering is about design and creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship, problem-solving and implementation. Through a distinct learning experience with world-class academics, state-of-the-art facilities and a multidisciplinary approach, you’ll be challenged to design and build things to solve real-world problems.

  • Graduate School for the Environment

    Lancaster’s Graduate School for the Environment harnesses the power of three of the world’s foremost research organisations to give students the best possible chance of enjoying productive, impactful and influential careers.

  • Mathematics & Statistics

    Maths forms the foundations of all science, and as such is an extensive, rigorous discipline. With our programmes, you’ll experience comprehensive study through excellent teaching and interesting modules. Our supportive, academic community will encourage and equip you to excel and achieve your career aspirations.

  • Psychology

    Studying psychology with us is a life-changing experience and studying how humans think and behave will allow you to understand and help people, preparing you for a rewarding career. As part of our supportive, friendly community, you will also gain professional accreditation from the British Psychological Society.

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