Lancaster University, Lancaster, United Kingdom

Overview

History, Affiliations & Rankings

Lancaster University was established in 1964 and it is a noteworthy name in the higher education scene in the UK. It is a public research university situated in Lancaster, Lancashire, England. Ranked 128th by the QS University World Rankings, Lancaster’s reputation as one of the best institutions for higher education in the UK is further ascertained by the fact that it has been placed among the top universities in the UK by trusted names like the Guardian and the Times. Lancaster University has been named as the  International University of the Year 2020. 

Infrastructure, Campus & Courses

An extensive catalogue of undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral and professional programmes can be pursued at Lancaster University. A high level of research activity is maintained on campus, which helps the student apply their education and knowledge in solving real-world issues and delve deeper. The campus itself is quite beautiful and quiet, located at a comfortable distance of 3 miles from Lancaster City Centre. The university backs the efforts of its students by providing them not only with guidance from some of the best minds but also with the support of the latest infrastructure. 

Accomplishments & Alumni

Lancaster University is known for its intensive research work. As per the Research Excellence Framework (REF) of the UK, 35% of Lancaster University’s research was classified as world-leading and 48% was recognised to hold internationally excellence.  Lancaster University has a global network of alumni that comprises around 40,000 graduates. Additionally, the university has around 148,000 alumni who are settled in 180 different countries worldwide. The exclusive global alumni network of Lancaster University helps students of the university benefit from a range of services that help them shape their career after their graduation.

Student Diversity & Visiting Companies

Lancaster University is a world-class institution hosting over 12,000 students, which includes 2,500 international students coming from more than 100 countries. It is also a preferred study abroad destination for Indian students and even has ties with some of the most premier Indian educational institutions such as the IIMs and Manipal University. Students at Lancaster are encouraged to explore extracurricular activities and there are a large number of student organisations operational on campus. Moreover, the closeness of the university to some of the major cities in the UK like London and Edinburgh gives students the exposure and learning opportunities that supplement their academic growth and lead to overall personality development of the individual.

COVID-19 Response 

The latest updates related to the teaching and learning programmes at Lancaster University and other details as a response to COVID-19 are as follows:

• Lancaster University is following the UK government and Public Health England advice to ensure the safety of everyone. As the latest update, the university is expected to open the academic and social activities on campus in October 2021. The in-person teaching shall also resume then. 

• LU is planning to conduct most courses in lecture theatres, labs and seminars as it used to be conducted before the pandemic.  

• Students returning to campus will have to follow COVID-19 policies, get vaccinated and also get themselves tested regularly to ensure that everyone is safe on the campus. 

• Students travelling from other places will have to follow guidelines as defined by the UK government for a specific country.

• Lancaster University campus is currently open and students can access the academic departments, Base, Chaplaincy, Study areas, Sports Centre, Library, Students' Union and Food outlets and deliveries.

• The lab work and research are being conducted in small groups on the campus. 

• Safety measures are being followed at the university campus like maintaining social distance, sanitising, wearing a mask, increased building ventilation systems etc.