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  • Qualification

    Access to Higher Education

  • Location

    Main Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    02-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Weeks

Course summary

Get the best start for your degree at lancaster University with Study Start: a 2-week induction for international students.Starting a university degree, especially if you are moving far from home, can seem a frightening prospect. Often students come with many questions, for example:Where is the library and how does it workWhat kinds of classes will I have, and will they be similar to those in my previous studiesWhat conventions do I need to follow when writing essays, reports or dissertationsHow can I avoid plagiarismWhat is the best way to organise my time so I can get everything doneHow can I get good marks on my assignments and examsStudy Start aims to help you become an independent and confident student, well-prepared for life at Lancaster.

Tuition fees

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£ 1,050week

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University information

Lancaster University

Lancaster University

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Lancaster, Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

Lancaster's community has staff and students from over 120 countries, giving students the chance to make lifelong connections that cross borders and cultures.
Lancaster’s exceptional reputation for teaching and research is recognised by employers around the world.
Lancaster’s diverse population is split into nine college communities, giving every student support and a sense of belonging.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    16th out of 76 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    131 59%

    32nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    10th

    9
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    28th

    11

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