University of Lancashire
Preston, United Kingdom
University of Lancashire is a university in Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom, ranked QS #1001-1200. 211 courses listed, scholarships available. Intakes: January, September, March and April.
The University of Lancashire (formerly the University of Central Lancashire, UCLan) is a large modern university based in Preston, ranked 1001–1200 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 with campuses in Preston, Burnley, Westlakes and Cyprus. Its international fees are among the lowest in the UK (about £17,750–£19,500), and it has a growing Bangladeshi community with ONCampus foundation routes.
- Formerly the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
- Low international fees: UG £17,750–£19,500, PGT £18,750–£19,500 (2026/27)
- £500 Early Payment Bursary for paying in full
- Four campuses including Cyprus
- ONCampus foundation for students who need extra preparation
Courses (211)
- MSc Aerospace Engineering — Postgraduate, 16 months
- MA Animation — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Graphic Design — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Games Design — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA International Social Work & Community Development — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Machine Learning and Internet of Things — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc International Business & Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Mechanical Engineering — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Mechatronics & Intelligent Machines — Postgraduate, 16 months
- MSc Midwifery (Shortened) — Postgraduate, 20 months
- MSc Musculoskeletal Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Nursing — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Nursing with Registered Nurse (Adult) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Nursing with Registered Nurse (Mental Health) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Occupational Therapy (Pre-registration) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc People Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Performance Analysis & Talent Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Physical Education & Leadership — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Physician Associate Practice — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Physiotherapy (Pre-registration) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Project Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Psychology Conversion — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Psychology of Mental Health — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Publishing — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Renewable Energy Engineering — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Scriptwriting — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Social Policy — Postgraduate, 2 years
- LLM Solicitors Legal Practice — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Speech & Language Therapy (Pre-registration) — Postgraduate, 2 years
- MSc Sport & Exercise Science — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Sports Coaching & Performance — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MA Sports Media Production — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Sports Medicine — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Strategic Leadership — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Supply Chain Management — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Sustainable Management & Leadership — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Applied Clinical Psychology — Postgraduate, 1 year
- MSc Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) — Postgraduate, 1 year
Frequently asked questions
Where is University of Lancashire located?
University of Lancashire is in Preston, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
What courses does University of Lancashire offer?
University of Lancashire lists 211 courses on UnifinderAi, such as MSc Aerospace Engineering, MA Animation, MA Graphic Design, MA Games Design and MSc International Hospitality & Tourism Management. You can filter them by level, intake and fee.
What are the tuition fees at University of Lancashire?
Published fees at University of Lancashire: Undergraduate (2026/27, from) £17,750; Undergraduate (2026/27, up to) £19,500; Postgraduate taught (2026/27, from) £18,750; Postgraduate taught (2026/27, up to) £19,500. The exact annual fee depends on the course — check each course's page.
What English language score do I need for University of Lancashire?
The minimum is an IELTS overall score of 6. Accepted English tests include IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Duolingo English Test, Cambridge English and LanguageCert Academic.
When are the intakes at University of Lancashire?
University of Lancashire runs intakes in January, September, March and April. The intake currently open for applications is January 2027, September 2027.
Does University of Lancashire offer scholarships?
Yes. For example: Early Payment Bursary (£500).
How do I apply to University of Lancashire?
The steps are: 1. Apply through UnifinderAi — our counsellors check your eligibility, shortlist the right course and submit the application to the university for you (please do not apply directly) 2. Upload your passport, SSC & HSC certificates and transcripts (plus Bachelor's certificate/transcript for Master's), IELTS/English proof, CV, Statement of Purpose and two references to your UnifinderAi dashboard 3. Receive your offer — UnifinderAi helps you meet any conditions and accept the offer 4. Prepare for the university's credibility / pre-CAS interview with UnifinderAi mock interviews 5. Pay 50% of first-year tuition via Flywire to release your CAS 6. Receive your CAS, then apply for the UK Student visa with UnifinderAi visa support (28-day bank statement, TB test at an approved IOM clinic in Bangladesh, IHS payment) 7. Arrange accommodation and flights, then travel to the UK and complete enrolment