Lancaster University

Lancaster consistently ranks in the top 15 in major UK league tables, including: 10th (Complete University Guide 2027), 14th (The Guardian University Guide 2026), 15th (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026.) The University has also been awarded a Gold rating in the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023). What’s more, 91% of Lancaster’s research was rated ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021). And, the University is recognised globally, with a 5 Star rating for overall performance in the prestigious QS World University Ratings.

A degree from Lancaster opens a world of possibility for your future. All courses are designed to provide you with the skills and knowledge to prepare you for success after graduation. The University benefits from strong industry connections, with student and graduate recruiters engaging with them all year round. You’ll have access to regular careers fairs and events, as well as free lifelong careers guidance, even after you graduate. During your studies, teams of experienced careers professionals can help you plan your next steps. They can assist with applying to internships and placement roles, writing an impressive CV, and practising interviews. The Career Mentoring Programme can match you with a professional in your chosen industry, offering personalised insight and guidance. You’ll also have the chance to complete the Lancaster Award. Developed in partnership with employers, the certificate is formal recognition of the extracurricular activities that make you an attractive candidate in the graduate job market. Studying at Lancaster means you’ll graduate feeling confident and well-equipped for your career, connecting with a global alumni network of 180,000 graduates in over 190 countries.

The cost for attending university can be broken down into two main elements – tuition fees and living expenses. Tuition fees vary based on fee status (home or international), course, and length/mode of study. View Lancaster’s individual course pages for more detail.

Lancaster offers a range of generous scholarships and bursaries that can help with tuition fees and living costs. You’ll be automatically considered for these when you apply to Lancaster, so no separate application is needed. Plus, additional support is available for care leavers and estranged students. You can access guidance on budgeting, managing money, and opening a bank account through the Student Money Advice Service. The Student Funding Team can also assist with information on all aspects of student funding, student finance assessments, and internal university funding. Lancaster’s cost of living is lower than many big cities (finder.com), and they offer a variety of services to help you save money, including: Lancaster Opportunity and Access Fund (LOAF), providing additional funding for students in financial hardship. As well as pre-paid dining schemes offering discounts of up to 50%, the ‘Don’t Ditch It, Donate It’ project, which sells affordable second-hand items and food initiatives including college community cupboards and free meal events.