Postgraduate
Up to GBP 10,000 (approx.)
Lancaster University
Lancaster, United Kingdom
"A research-led collegiate university on a 578-acre campus in north-west England"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#164 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
About Lancaster University
Lancaster University admitted its first students in 1964. It is a collegiate university with nine colleges, eight for undergraduates and one for postgraduates, and is a member of the N8 Research Partnership. Teaching is organised in four faculties, including the Lancaster University Management School, which holds AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA accreditation. In REF 2021, 91% of its research was rated world-leading or internationally excellent. The campus is at Bailrigg, three miles from Lancaster city centre, close to the Lake District.
Rankings & Recognition
#164
Ranked #164 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#157 in QS 2026). QS 5 Stars overall.
Accreditations & Memberships
N8 Research Partnership
QS 5 Stars overall
Management School: AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA
TEF Gold (2023)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Lancaster University's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1964
Founded
4,165 (22.4%)
International Students
approx. 1,300
Academic Staff
9 (8 UG + 1 PG)
Colleges
578 acres
Campus Size
Popular Programs
Linguistics
Management and Business
Computer Science
Data Science
Law
Physics
Application Details
Application Route
UCAS (UG) / direct online (PG)
Application Fee
UCAS fee (UG) / None (PG)
Intakes
September
PG Deposit
GBP 1,500-2,000 (approx.)
MBA Deposit
GBP 3,000 (approx.)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS (PG taught, approx.)
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6.5 overall |
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TOEFL iBT (MSc Computer Science)
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88 |
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PTE Academic (PG taught, approx.)
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58 |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
95%
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS)
Post-Study Work
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
Green Card Pathway
Skilled Worker visa route
Financials
Application Fee
None (PG direct)
Avg Scholarship
Up to GBP 10,000 (approx.)
Career Outcomes
91%
Placement Ratio
2 years (18 months from Jan 2027)
Post-Study Work
20
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — approx. 1,300
Non-UK Staff — Almost 40%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Lancaster's single campus is at Bailrigg, three miles south of Lancaster city centre in Lancashire, with transport links to the Lake District and major northern cities.
Campus Details
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campus in Lancaster
578
acres
approx.
1300 academic staff
Campus Forecast
Cool and rainy most of the year
Winter lows near 2 C (approx.)
Summer highs near 19 C (approx.)
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Guaranteed on-campus housing for new UG who apply by deadline
Nine colleges
Dining
On-campus shops and cafes
City centre 3 miles away
Health & Wellness
NHS access through the health surcharge
Campus student support
Activities & Clubs
200+ clubs and societies
Students Union events
Lake District trips
Diversity & Demographics
International Students
4,165 (22.4%)
Student Nationalities
120+ countries
Cost Deep-Dive
Tuition - Bachelor's (approx.)
GBP 24,475-47,120 / year
Tuition - Master's (approx.)
GBP 25,320-33,000
Tuition - MBA (approx.)
GBP 33,000 total
Tuition - PhD (approx.)
GBP 21,250 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Lancaster's main intake is September. Undergraduates apply through UCAS (UK main deadline in January 2027) and postgraduate applications are direct and rolling. Self-funded postgraduates usually pay a deposit before the CAS is issued.
Scholarships at Lancaster University
4 scholarships available
Postgraduate
Up to GBP 9,000 (approx.)
Master's Excellence Scholarship
MBA
Up to GBP 10,000 (approx.)
MBA Excellence Scholarship
Postgraduate
GBP 3,000-5,000 (approx.)
Lancaster India PG Scholarship
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Grades set per course on the Lancaster course page. English test needed (IELTS 6.5 approx.).
Postgraduate
Bachelor's degree (UK 2:2 or 2:1 by course) and IELTS 6.5 (approx.). No GRE or GMAT for most.
English Proficiency
IELTS (PG taught, approx.)
TOEFL iBT (MSc Computer Science)
PTE Academic (PG taught, approx.)
Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Degree or school certificate
English test certificate (IELTS or equivalent)
Personal statement
Academic reference
CV (postgraduate)
Proof of funds (for visa)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Pick a course and check entry rules on lancaster.ac.uk.
2
Apply
Undergraduates apply through UCAS. Postgraduate applicants apply directly online.
3
Get offer
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and accept it.
4
Pay deposit & get CAS
Pay the deposit if asked and receive your CAS from the university.
5
Student visa
Apply online for a UK Student visa and pay the health surcharge (IHS).
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Arrive & enrol
Arrive in the UK, check your eVisa details and complete enrolment.
Campus & Location
Lancaster's single campus is at Bailrigg, three miles south of Lancaster city centre in Lancashire, with transport links to the Lake District and major northern cities.
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