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Lancaster is a highly ranked, research-led university based on a 578-acre green campus in the north-west of England. It's ranked within the top 10 in the UK (Complete University Guide 2027) and its reputation is recognised globally. Lancaster offers an exceptional education that will inspire and prepare you for a bright future. It also provides a fantastic student experience, with its collegiate setup and diverse population creating a supportive, close-knit community.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate75%Postgraduate25%
Study mode
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Full-time93%Part-time7%
Student population MEDIUM
- 10,001–15,000 students
Where students come from
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UK78%International19%EU3%
Student gender
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Male 51%Female 49%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2027
Overall ranking
10th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000844 84%10th
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Entry standards
/ Max 208139 67%37th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.19 80%35th
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Research quality
/ Max 43.37 84%18th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.80 80%3rd
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Academic services spend
/ Max 45923186 69%14th
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Facilities spend
/ Max 25561223 48%14th
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Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.312.618th
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Continuation
/ Max 10096.3 96%16th
3 -
Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10078.3 78%37th
4 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10076.9 77%36th
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Subject League Tables 2027
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- French
- General Engineering
- Geography & Environmental Science
- German
- History
- Iberian Languages
- Italian
- Law
- Linguistics
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medicine
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
Overall ranking
19th out of 104
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10089.2 89%19th
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Entry standards
/ Max 209124 59%32nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.22 80%44th
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Research quality
/ Max 43.39 85%9th
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Continuation
/ Max 10096.3 96%7th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10079.0 79%18th
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Campus locations
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Frequently asked questions
Lancaster University sits on a spacious parkland campus, and its collegiate set-up fosters a close-knit community. Students receive an exceptional education from world-leading academics at the forefront of their fields; the university received a Gold rating in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (2023). Degrees from Lancaster are recognised around the world, meaning students enjoy excellent career prospects.
Lancaster University offers a range of modern and comfortable accommodation in the colleges on campus. Students live within a supportive community, making it easy to meet friends and get to classes. The colleges have dedicated support staff and 24-hour security. Choose from en-suite accommodation, rooms in flats or houses with shared bathroom facilities, or self-contained studios. All accommodation has free Wi-Fi, kitchen and dining facilities, and communal areas. Adapted accommodation is available for disabled students, and there are family flats for students with small children. Most accommodation is self-catered, but some colleges offer catered packages.
Lancaster University is in the north-west of England, just 3 miles from the city centre of Lancaster. The student-friendly city is home to a diverse population and a historic charm. There are bars, cafes and restaurants to suit every taste, as well as an array of shops. It has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with events happening year-round and a buzzing nightlife. The university is also well connected to a variety of popular hotspots, including urban cities, stunning countryside, and expansive coastline. By train, Lancaster is 30 minutes from the Lake District, just over 1 hour from Manchester, 2 hours from Liverpool, and 2.5 hours from London, Glasgow or Edinburgh.