Further details of our subject talks, tasters and tours will be published in early September. There's no need to book a specific slot - just turn up at the start.
Undergraduate open days
Visit campus and put yourself in the picture.
Book your open day place
Join us on campus in 2026 for an undergraduate open day:
What to expect from an open day
We think the best way to get to know Lancaster is to visit in person. But what can you expect to hear about?
Campus is waiting to be explored
Discover your potential favourite seat in the library, take a look at the spaces you’ll socialise in, and start to see if you can picture yourself at Lancaster. Our events will give you a feel for our beautiful campus.
Get to know your department
Staff and students from the course you're interested in are on hand to help. Get into the details about your course, talk to staff about how you’ll learn, chat to current students about their experiences, and explore your department's space and facilities.
Someone to count on
You’ll find at Lancaster there’s always someone rooting for you. Our community is strong and at our open events you’ll start to meet some of the amazing people and teams dedicated to supporting our students.
Meet your college
Your college will likely be your physical home in your first year, but also the first port of call for support and socialising. You can meet college staff, take a look around some of the unique college spaces and explore your accommodation options.
My biggest advice for your Open Day is to ask as many questions as possible. Speaking to current students is valuable because they can provide honest insights into what university life is really like.
Get to know Lancaster
We run several different talks throughout the day. As well as our subject presentations, our general talks will take you through everything that Lancaster University has to offer. There's no need to book ahead of time, you can just turn up at the start. The detailed timetable for our Open Day will be published in early September. If you've already registered, we'll send a copy of our full programme direct to your inbox.
Starting at Lancaster
- Welcome to Lancaster and Q&A
Join us as we welcome you to campus and give you some context about our university to kick off your Open Day. It's also an opportunity to hear from current students. - Applying to Lancaster
Get an overview of the admissions process at Lancaster and get application tips and advice from our admissions experts. - Student Finance
This talk will cover scholarships, bursaries, loans, budgeting and everything related to funding your studies. - Introduction to Foundation Years at Lancaster
These courses are offered across many science, engineering and maths subjects, and are designed for students who don’t have the qualifications to enter straight onto an undergraduate degree.
Life at Lancaster
- Students’ Union
Whether it’s clubs, sports and societies, volunteering and development opportunities or supporting your university experience, the students' union has a lot to offer you. - Global Experiences
Hear about our international partners, study abroad options, global research success and how we celebrate and champion global experiences right here on campus. - Accommodation and Colleges
Learn about our college communities waiting to welcome and support your university journey and get an overview of the accommodation on offer at Lancaster.
After your degree
- Careers and Employability
You can find out more about student jobs, internships, placements, graduate schemes, further study and enterprise.
Getting to campus
Lancaster University's campus is located 3.5 miles south of Lancaster city centre, in the north-west of England.
By car
Exit the M6 motorway at Junction 33 and take the A6 north towards Lancaster. After Galgate village, turn right at the second traffic lights into the University main drive. If you are using a route planner or sat nav please use the postcode LA1 4YW.
By train
You can catch our free shuttle service from the exit on platform 3 of Lancaster Railway Station straight to the Chaplaincy Centre on campus from 8.00am. The last shuttle service back to the train station is at 4.30pm from the Chaplaincy Centre.
Campus tours
In-person and live-streamed campus tours are available throughout the year. Explore our beautiful campus in the company of a student ambassador. You will have the opportunity to ask any questions you might have about living and studying here.
Campus tours
When I came to Lancaster University’s open day, I fell in love with the campus and am so glad I decided to come here. Bring an open mind - you may already have a preference, but the open day is such a great opportunity to see somewhere new.
Your student experience
We believe that Lancaster is everything a university should be. We support you through your studies, research and career.
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