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Summary
At Lincoln, from the moment the uni says hello, everything it does is geared towards giving you the best experience possible. On its beautiful Brayford Pool Campus you’ll find everything you need to live your best student life. Whether its award-winning accommodation, cutting-edge learning facilities, or a wide range of places and spaces to socialise in.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate67%Postgraduate33%
Study mode
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Full-time85%Part-time15%
Student population LARGE
- 15,001–25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK83%International16%EU1%
Student gender
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Male 43%Female 57%
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 2026
Overall ranking
52nd out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000610 61%52nd
4 -
Entry standards
/ Max 215117 54%97th
15 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.13 78%51st
9 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.98 74%65th
1 -
Research intensity
/ Max 10.39 39%75th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 37571518 40%100th
5 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 21641000 46%21st
5 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 9.714.960th
15 -
Continuation
/ Max 10091.8 92%43rd
1 -
Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10071.8 72%84th
1 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10072.4 72%93rd
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Subject League Tables 2026
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemistry
- Classics
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Forensic Science
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
57th out of 102
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10078.6 79%57th
6 -
Entry standards
/ Max 233107 46%79th
17 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.15 79%48th
29 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.78 70%56th
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Continuation
/ Max 10087.5 88%73rd
10 -
Graduate prospects
/ Max 10063.0 63%56th
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Going to university can open up lots of interesting, exciting, and even life-changing opportunities. There’s simply nothing quite like it. The University of Lincoln gears everything it does towards giving students the best experience possible. When you study at Lincoln, you can be confident that you are joining a university that places the quality of the student experience at the heart of all it does.
University is often the first step towards an exciting career, and Lincoln loves seeing its students succeed. Its courses are packed with features to help you develop the expertise employers are looking for. Many programmes are accredited by recognised and respected organisations, and include employability, professional practice, or work-based learning modules. These can help you boost your skills and help you on your way to your dream job.
All university-managed accommodation is either on campus or a short distance away, with almost everything you could need right on your doorstep. There is a range of affordable accommodation options to help you get the most out of your student experience, with prices starting at under £100 per week. Students have access to shared kitchen and dining facilities, social areas, free Wi-Fi, and residential support. 24-hour security is also available on campus. Rooms have been adapted for students with disabilities.