History

The Royal Charter of the UK founded Lancaster University in 1964. But before that, the post-World War II population was concerned about their education’s importance. And this school was first announced as one of the glass-plate universities between 1958 to 1961. Princess Alexandra of Kent performed the duty of Lancaster University’s chancellor from the first year till 2004. The institute enrolled first students in that beginning year but got science students in 1965. It established the first two colleges in 1964, Bowland and Lonsdale and got the first college building in 1966.

Faculties

The University has four faculties-

1. Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
2. Faculty of Health and Medicine
3. Faculty of Science and Technology
4. Lancaster University Management School

Facilities and Services

Lancaster University provides all necessary and modern services during the study periods and after completion. All the individual colleges ensure multiple facilities, including welfare support, leisure facilities, arranging social events, and so on. These things make campus life tensionless and comfortable.

The Lancaster help desk always gives priority to the queries of students. Whether they need counseling, visa information, or health and well-being services, all are served by the institute. There are spaces for prayers of different religious students and meditation also. The friendly staff and surroundings of Lancaster offer the best support to international students.

Ranking and Achievements

• 12th in the UK – Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023
• 14th in the UK – Guardian University Guide 2023
• 122nd in the world – Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2022
• 146th in the world – QS World University Rankings 2023

In the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, 91% of Lancaster’s research was deemed “internationally exceptional” or “world leading,” with 46% receiving the top 4* rating. Lancaster University is in at number twenty-one on the ‘s list of the top 157 universities worldwide. This ranks Lancaster higher than eight universities in the prestigious Russell Group.

Lancaster University received the maximum possible five stars from QS Stars for its outstanding achievement. Teaching, employability, internationalization, research, facilities, topic ranking, and environmental effect are just some of the areas in which Lancaster has received top marks from QS Stars.

Student Statistics

• Undergraduate –73 %
• Postgraduate – 27%
• Full-time students –91%
• Part-time students –9%
• UK students– 65%
• EU students-9%
• International students –25%
• Female – 51%
• Male –49%

This statistical value can be changed because it changes every year.

Breakdown of Fee Structure

Lancaster University fees for International students are £15,080-19,250

Scholarships

The university provides scholarships and funding facilities for studies, and some cases cover the students’ living expenses. Different faculties and departments offer different awards. The university has announced two scholarships for undergraduate students in 2021. If they are eligible they can get both the scholarships at a time-

• £1,000 Lancaster Scholarship- Eligible students will get this scholarship each year of the program.
• £2,000 Lancaster Scholarship- Eligible first-year students only get this one.

A bursary of £1,000 value is also available for eligible candidates of 2021 from UK government funding. The students who have finished their undergraduate or Lancaster University postgraduate from this institute can get two types of awards named Alumni Loyalty Scholarship.

For undergraduate degree holders-

• 20% fee reduction- First class result needed in bachelor.
• 10% fee reduction- For 2:1 bachelor degree holders.

For postgraduate degree holders-

• 20% fee reduction- For the students who have finished their first Masters with Distinction.
• 10% fee reduction- For the students who have earned their first Master’s degree with Merit.

Besides, the university also offers some loans and funds according to the need of the students.

Student Life

Lancaster students enjoy a multicultural environment. Every college community arranges a warm welcome for new students each year. Student life is easier with the Lancaster University Students’ Union services. Student can express their thoughts, make friends, gather knowledge, and get creative with a variety of activities of it.

The union publishes a newspaper related to students’ comments and news named SCAN. LSBU also has a shop, a nightclub and offers an off-campus housing agency. There are chances to get involved with local and international volunteering activities for students. Moreover, the students enjoy the city because the campus is nearer the mountains and the sea.

Accommodation

Lancaster University ensures standard quality student homes. Their student housing is an award-winning system. According to choices and budgets, students can choose their . At the annual National Student Housing Awards, the institute has been marked as the UK’s Best University Hall several times.There is eight collegiate set up for students. First-year undergraduate students like to choose on-campus homes. These are almost all en suite and good quality options.

A new student can get a guaranteed seat if he/she chooses this school as the first choice. Students with disabilities can also get facilities according to their needs. Again, there are two-three bedroom options for students with families. Moreover, those who want to live outside the campus can choose off-campus housing or other university-approved properties.

Transport

The transport system from the campus is excellent and far-reaching. Lancaster students can get different ranges of buses and coaches to travel short or long distances in the UK. The on-campus stoppages are easy to reach. During the semester sessions, students can catch at least 14 buses an hour to visit the city from the university. For students and staff, discounts are available for bus passes. So, students can enjoy trouble-free journeys during studying at Lancaster University.

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