University of Central Lancashire open days

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a leading modern university with roots stretching back to 1828. Set in the heart of the energetic and friendly city of Preston in the north-west of England, UCLan also has campuses in Burnley, Cumbria and Cyprus as well as 120 international partnerships.  

With a student community from more than 100 countries, UCLan has a proud history of enabling people from all walks of life to reach their full academic potential. 

Home to the only School of Veterinary Medicine in Lancashire, it's also the top uni in the north of England for producing start-up businesses.  

The University of Central Lancashire was awarded the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Silver Award in 2023.  

Facilities  

The university has recently invested £200 million in its Preston Campus and has ambitious improvement plans for its other campuses.  

Open and staffed 24/7 in term time, the library offers comfortable, flexible study spaces at the heart of the Preston Campus. 

The Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre on the Preston campus is a multi-million-pound, state-of-the-art, purpose-built indoor facility. It offers a range of facilities such as a sports hall, fitness suite, squash courts, and a climbing wall. In addition, The UCLan Sports Arena hosts outdoor sports such as football, rugby, athletics, hockey, tennis, netball and cycling.  

UCLan provides financial support for those in hardship, works with Blackbullion for money and budgeting advice, and offers specialist support with student loan queries. 

Why go to an open day?  

When you attend an open day, you'll get a gut feeling about the university. Open days will help give you clarity if you're not sure what course to choose. You'll be able to visit different departments and chat with lecturers and other department staff, there are often subject talks too. You'll also get to speak to current students. They can tell you whether they're satisfied with the teaching, what the local nightlife is like, what the best halls of residence are – pretty much anything. Don't forget to look at the accommodation for yourself and make time to walk around the surrounding area to see if you like it.  

Where is it located?  

The University of Central Lancashire is home to four campuses, the main site being in the city of Preston. Home to over 27,000 students, it can be easily reached by bus, train or car.  

There are also campuses in Burley and Westlakes and an overseas site in Larnaka, Cyprus.  

Preston is a medium-sized city with a huge personality. It's a lively, culturally diverse and friendly affordable place for students with plenty of activities and events.  

Rankings

To find out where the University of Central Lancashire ranks in our UK university league tables, visit their profile page.