Summary
Lancaster University is internationally renowned for excellence in research, teaching and student satisfaction. Ranked in the top 10 UK universities in the Complete University Guide, it welcomes staff and students from over 100 countries to its Lancaster campus, located in North West England. It’s a collegiate university and its nine colleges provide students with supportive communities and a home from home.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate72%Postgraduate28%
Study mode
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Full-time91%Part-time9%
Student population MEDIUM
- 10,001–15,000 students
Where students come from
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UK69%International21%EU10%
Student gender
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Male 48%Female 52%
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 2024
Overall ranking
10th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000843 84%10th
1 -
Entry standards
/ Max 212153 72%33rd
4 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.00 80%17th
8 -
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 30332216 73%25th
1 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 2103967 46%12th
2 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.314.024th
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Continuation
/ Max 10097.1 97%10th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10078.6 79%29th
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10078.6 79%31st
Subject League Tables 2024
- Accounting & Finance
- 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
- 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
- Theology & Religious Studies
Overall ranking
20th out of 104
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10090.5 91%20th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227140 62%32nd
1 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.07 81%32nd
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Research quality
/ Max 43.39 85%9th
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Continuation
/ Max 10096.5 97%20th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10078.0 78%18th
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Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Many of their degrees can be taken with a placement or sandwich year, there are also opportunities to go abroad to study or work, allowing you to gain valuable employability skills and broaden your horizons. Combined with the many course combinations available, high-quality teaching and facilities, and a wealth of clubs and societies to join, you’ll have no problem finding the right fit for you. Find Lancaster University on our league tables to see where they rank across different measures.
Good news! Studies, including research by HESA (the Higher Education Statistics Agency) and the University of Warwick, have found that graduates have a higher average salary than those who didn't go to uni. You can use a degree to explore subjects you are interested in and to find work in a field that you are passionate about, setting you up for a career that inspires you every day.
Lancaster University is a collegiate institution whose individual colleges provide accommodation for students. First years become part of their college community, supported by helpful staff on site. Halls have free Wi-Fi, kitchen and dining facilities, and communal areas. 24-hour security is also available on campus. Rooms have been adapted for students with disabilities in accessible halls.