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Lancaster awarded nation’s highest education honour

Lancaster University has been awarded a Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for its pioneering work in digital literacy.

Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education
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Lancaster's graduation ceremonies are available to watch again on our YouTube channel.

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Magical moment after a remarkable PhD journey

After a hurdle-filled decade-plus, Lancaster University graduate and cancer survivor Dr Bethany Dahlstrom celebrated in style with her family this week when she walked up onto the Great Hall platform to receive her doctorate.
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Lancaster researchers recognised for contributions to conservation science

Two Lancaster University scientists have been recognised for their contributions to conservation science in this year’s ZSL Awards.
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How life at Lancaster University turned a new page for MA graduate’s career

A Lancaster University student who graduated this week is already making the headlines and enjoying a BBC apprenticeship as a journalist.
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PhD success for returning student 57 years after first graduating from Lancaster University

One of Lancaster’s earliest students has received a PhD by published work at the December graduation ceremonies.
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Museum exhibition reveals how science unlocks secrets of the past

Archaeology and cutting-edge science have come together to unlock secrets and rewrite stories of the Lancaster district’s ancient past.
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Honorary degree for chief executive of Star Academies

A national leader in education has been awarded the title of Doctor of Laws at the winter graduation ceremonies.

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Lancaster University wins climate action award

Lancaster has won the 2030 Climate Action award at the 2025 Green Gown Awards. This award celebrates our commitment to achieving carbon net zero from energy emissions by 2030, and our sector-leading approach to decarbonising our activities.

2025 Green Gown Awards
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