Lancaster University

University Overview

Lancaster University: is amongst the best ten universities in the UK, ranked this way in three of the UK's major university organisation charts. They were named International University of the Year by The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020. They have one of the safest campuses in the UK, where you can live, study and pursue your future profession. Their new educational buildings are some of the best in Europe, and their college system provides individual support and prominent student experience. Lancaster University is one of just a few universities within the UK to have a collegiate system and it’s among the best universities in the country. Top 10 in three major national league tables, TEF Gold rating for teaching and with a strong reputation globally Lancaster is ranked 3rd in the UK for graduate-level employment. Regarding research, the university is truly international in focus, with research partnerships in over 60 countries around the world. Lancaster University students are between the most satisfied in the UK, the great results highlight the quality of the learning experience and education that students receive at Lancaster University.

Campus Facilities
Lancaster University has invested £26 million in their Chemistry facilities and equipment and the new Engineering building has high-tech workshops and laboratories, University has also invested millions of pounds in an outstanding library, holding over one million books. The university has nine college bars, five cafés and restaurants and numerous other food outlets. The campus has the feel of a small town with banks, shops, bars, a pre-school centre and health services. You will also benefit from a £20 million sports centre and more than 200 student clubs. It has everything you need – you can live, study and socialise there without distractions. If you want to learn about all the things to do in the city, please visit our Student Destination Guide.

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International Students

Lancaster is home to almost 3000 international students. A beautiful city with access to city, coast and countryside. Those who have the potential and motivation to succeed, but do not yet have the formal qualifications required or English level for entry into a university degree programme can benefit of attending one of their university pathways programmes, specially designed for international students.

Taking an International Foundation Year, Pre-Masters Programme, English Language Preparation for International Foundation Year or English for Pre-Masters programme is a life-changing experience that introduces you to life in the UK. Studying at the International Centre leads to a challenging degree and helps you succeed in your future career. You will focus on the English language, university-level study skills, and academic modules that relate to your degree subject.

By studying a pathway course, you will benefit from: • Formal assessments at the end of each term.

• An improved English language module, Academic English Skills, providing greater opportunity for informal assessments and feedback. • Combining and reducing the number of module assessments allowing more time to prepare.

• A personal tutorial system with a focus on your academic progress at key points of the academic year, creating action plans based on your performance and progression options.

Experienced counsellors are also available to provide confidential and professional support on personal, family, social, academic or other matters.

Foundation Courses, Undegraduate Courses & Top-Up Degrees

Postgraduate Master Degrees