The growing reputation of Lancaster University is reflected by high rankings year-on-year. In addition to being ranked in the top 150 universities worldwide, Lancaster is placed among the top 15 universities in the UK in both major league tables.
Study on a safe, green campus. Live in award-winning accommodation. Enjoy the historic city of Lancaster and the outstanding beauty of the Lake District National Park. Learn from TEF Gold standard teaching. Succeed with modern facilities, strong student support and employability services.
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Five Reasons to Choose Lancaster University
1. They are highly ranked across all national and global league tables
Lancaster is ranked in the top 15 in the UK’s two major league tables – The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide and Guardian University Guide - and named the Best University in the North West and the Best Campus University in the UK.
The University is also ranked in the top 150 out of over 1000 universities in the QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education World University Rankings. Lancaster University was also awarded the highest possible score in the UK government's Teaching Excellence Framework. The TEF Gold rating is based on high-quality teaching, excellent teaching facilities, and the good careers of Lancaster graduates.
2. The collegiate system
Lancaster is one of the few universities in the UK which runs a collegiate system. A collegiate system is where each college is self-governing and financially independent but is related to the central university. Lancaster has eight undergraduate colleges and one postgraduate college. Lancaster colleges are central to the Lancaster experience. You can meet your friends in the social spaces or join in your college's events and activities.
3. Lancaster graduates are in demand
Lancaster University has excellent career services, and outcomes for graduates are amongst the best in the UK. The Guardian University Guide ranked Lancaster 2nd in the UK for graduate employability, while The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide placed them 3rd in the UK for graduate prospects.
By leaving Lancaster University, you should have much more than a degree. You could also have experiences, skills and a good idea of where you're heading.
4. Housing and facilities are taken seriously
Lancaster has spent £450million on its campus since 2002 and is the eighth biggest spender on facilities in the UK. The University has invested heavily in its campus, including eco-friendly student residences. This is just one of the reasons why it has won the Best Student Halls award for seven of the past eight years (National Student Housing Awards).
5. It has an international outlook
With campuses and university partnerships in Ghana, India, China, Malaysia, and many more, it is not uncommon for students who follow a flexible degree structure in their first year to spend time studying abroad in different parts of the globe. Lancaster University has an alumni network of over 130,000 alumni in 183 countries worldwide. Overall, Lancaster ranked 49th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023 for international outlook.
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