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Lancaster University Rankings 2026

Map Pin IconLancaster, Lancashire, UK
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Shiksha popularity ranking
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#137 in World

#19 in UK

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  • Institute Icon560 acre campus
  • Estd. 1964
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Lancaster University
Lancaster University Ranking

#19

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World rank by different ranking providers

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#137

QS Ranking

#157

THE Ranking

#168

US News Ranking

#267

ARWU Ranking

#301
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Lancaster University
Lancaster University Course Ranking

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MS

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#251

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Specializations in MS Program

Physics

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#251

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Computer Science Engineering

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MBA/PGDM

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B.E. / B.Tech

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Specializations in B.E. / B.Tech Program

Electrical Engineering

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Computer Science

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Lancaster University
US News & World Report Ranking 2025

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Lancaster University
The Guardian Ranking 2026

Ranked by202420252026
University
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Accounting and Finance
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13715
Architecture– / –– / –18
Business and Management
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10911
Chemical Engineering
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202325
Economics311213
Electronic and Electrical Engineering
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313930
Law192026
Mechanical Engineering
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91028
Media and Film Studies112520
Medicine282826
Physics447
Politics394032
Sociology and Social Policy21109
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Lancaster University
The Complete University Guide Ranking 2026

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UK University
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101110
Accounting and Finance
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20178
Architecture– / –78
Art and Design877
Biological Sciences161523
Business and Management Studies UK
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212424
Chemical Engineering
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192224
Communication and Media Studies2213
Computer Science
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222321
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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272416
Law242225
Mechanical Engineering
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212122
Medicine131619
Physics and Astronomy789
Psychology191928
Sociology171412
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Lancaster University
FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025

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Master in Finance
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465153
Master in Management
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829688
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Lancaster University
QS Ranking 2026

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Accounting and Finance
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Art and Design51101– / –
Biological Sciences401451– / –
Communication and Media Studies101101– / –
Engineering and Technology
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Global MBA
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121131121
Law and Legal Studies301301– / –
Masters in Business Analytics717171
Masters in Supply Chain Management– / –1315
Mathematics201251– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering351351– / –
Medicine301351– / –
Physics and Astronomy201251– / –
Politics201201– / –
Sociology8367– / –
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Lancaster University
THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025

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122155168
Arts and Humanities424352
Clinical and Health101176201
Engineering
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176176176
Law89126151
Life Sciences176201201
PG Business and Economics
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6999101
PG Computer Science
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126151201
Psychology126126126
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ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025

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Political Sciences301301– / –
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Lancaster University
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.8/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 71% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Multi-dimensional
Friendly
Stressful
Internships3
Part time work4.1
Post study jobs3.4
Quality of faculty4.3
Student Life4.1
Value for money3.9
Public transportation4.4
Safety4.6
Indian Food3.3
Permanent Immigration3.1
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Suman Sudha Verified Icon
MSc Advanced Marketing Management - Batch of 2025
3.9
It is a beautiful campus with lots of events.
Tips: It's a great campus with a lot of facilities, but just be sure about one thing that this is a place which is a bit deserted, not a proper city like, otherwise everything is good. And if you get a scholarship for your course, that's a big win situation. People are friendly and love to socialise. Feel free to reach out to faculty in case of any doubts. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 250
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 28000
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025Read more
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MSc Finance - Batch of 2025
5
The faculty is excellent, providing support at every stage.
Tips: The Lancaster University Bailrigg Centre is a vibrant campus with a large sports centre and five colleges, some for postgraduate and others for undergraduate students. Be energetic and excited to visit; the fun lasts a long time.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Student life at Lancaster University's Bailrigg Centre is amazing, with numerous cafes on campus. The campus life is very pleasant; students can take walks to breathe fresh air in the mornings and evenings, promoting a healthy lifestyle.
Dislikes (Indian Food): The faculty is excellent, providing support at every stage. They offer personal drop-in sessions to help students concentrate on their studies and achieve good grades. They are also very interested in getting to know their students.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1175
Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 41250
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025Read more
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Anju Girglani Verified Icon
Accounting and Financial Management MSc - Batch of 2025
4.1
Leaving your comfort zone to experience the beautiful journey.
Tips: It is very important to get information about travel routes at the time of first arrival in the UK. A student must know how to take a train from Manchester to Lancaster. Walk for a few minutes from Lancaster railway station to Common Garden Street. Take a bus from Common Garden Street to Lancaster University, only buses numbers 100/1A/41/42. Arrive at the Underpass or Management school bus stop, then it's a walkable distance to their college porters. I got a scholarship of 5000. Lancaster University will automatically apply the scholarship if the grades are eligible. Overall, I am very satisfied with my course and university. It is a very intense course. I learned a lot; however, when it comes to placement, I am neutral.
Likes (Public transportation): Public transportation, like buses and trains, is very accessible here. There's a bus app, Stagecoach, where you can track live buses, bus numbers, timings, and duration. Also, if your bus or train is stuck due to a technical issue, the team takes responsibility to drop passengers to their location by arranging another mode of transportation. In the case of trains, sometimes, due to delays and issues, the ticket price is fully refunded, even after they drop you off.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The UK has quite limited options of getting permanent settlement compared to other countries. It is mandatory required first to get sponsored job then there are chances of applying for Indefinite leave to remain. Yes, if the right career opportunity comes I will surely apply for permanent residence here.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 50000
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2025Read more
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Aditya Singh Verified Icon
MSc in Cyber Security - Batch of 2025
3.7
The current job market is horrible here in the UK.
Tips: I have upskilled myself in my field. Recently, our team won 2 consecutive CTF events in UK Lancashire and Yorkshire CTF events. I was also part of the team. Once you decide to move to any place, you should be ready to embrace cultural changes, sometimes it might be a shock but again it's us who opted for it. There are multiple scholarships, but if you have decent academics, you can avail 10,000 pounds scholarship easily.
Likes (Quality of faculty): I am in the School of Computing Science and Technology Department. The faculty of this department are very knowledgeable and have multiple research papers; some of them are pioneers in their field like CNN, Derpfake and Data Mining. The best part about this university is that they give you ample time to complete your assignments, and you can always reach out to professors with your doubts. The faculty is quite diverse, with teachers from India, Russia, Greece, Britain, Middle Eastern countries and other Southeast Asian countries.
Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The current job market is horrible here in the UK. Lancaster is a very small place, and no tech jobs are available here. However, there are plenty of jobs available for marketing and core software development, but you need patience and good skills to land a job. The new tax rules and the high cost of living are going to make it very hard for a middle-class income stream to survive in the UK. There are hidden taxes as well like water tax, society tax, council tax which makes it hard to save any penny. Based on my experience, the UK is good for a few years, but I would opt out myself from setting down here.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 850
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 32300
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025Read more
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Samir jawed Verified Icon
MSc Finance - Batch of 2023
4.5
Samir’s experience at Lancaster.
Tips: I took some time to adjust due to massive changes in weather as well as culture. I did receive a scholarship from my state government for the program. I was fairly satisfied with my course and university. The faculty members are really helpful and ready to help.
Likes (Value for money): The faculty and resources are worth the money spent. The course is very intense and will not give to time to sit and relax. Apart from curriculum, it does teach you a lot of things. The one-year program helps in developing your soft skills. Also, the career team is also really helpful.
Dislikes (Internships): As it is just a 1-year master's program, you don’t get enough time to do an internship. Also, the department does not allow due to time constraints. Some programs do provide a chance to work on industrial projects instead of research projects but that varies from program to program.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 1100
Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week
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Reviewed on 6 Mar 2024Read more
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Accounting and Financial Management MSc - Batch of 2025
2.9
Intense course at Lancaster University.
Tips: The course is excellent, but the faculty doesn't meet the expected standards. Each term is three months long, but they cover the material in just two. Classes are six hours a day, plus assignments and frequent tests. All major exams are handwritten, with two 50-mark questions on the final, and grading is very strict. Around 30% of students fail. You have to manage your health, diet, and the climate; it's a challenging environment, not easy at all. They expect dissertation quality at a Ph.D. level.
Likes (Part time work): There are plenty of part-time jobs available, catering to various interests and skills. As international students, we are limited to 20 hours per week, and Lancaster University offers sufficient opportunities to meet this visa requirement.
Dislikes (Internships): Firstly, the university provides insufficient support for internships in the M.Sc. in Accounting and Financial Management program. While there are career fairs, they are not tailored for accounting students, and undergraduate students seem to be prioritised over Master's students.
Total Monthly ExpensePound 800
Prepping time for classes45 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryPound 50000
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025Read more
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How can I apply in MBA programme at Lancaster University?

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To take admission in the MBA programme of Lancaster University, we need to make an account on their postgraduate application portal and submit required documents like transcript, Proof of English Language Proficiency, References and A personal statement and then attend an interview if shortlisted by

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How hard it is to get admission at Lancaster University?

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It can be considered very hard to get admission at this university as th Lancaster University acceptance rate stands at 19% suggesting a very selective admission process. Although, the studenst must not get discouraged, by ensuring the Lancaster University admission requirements, the international s

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Lalit Shukla

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How many students can take admission at Lancaster University?

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Lancaster University saw a steady rise in new student enrollments from 6,116 in 2022-23 to 6,421 in 2023-24. The biggest increases were in Undergraduate (UG) admissions, particularly in the Faculty of Science and Technology and Management School, reflecting a growing interest in these fields. Postgr

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Virajita Bisht

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What are the application deadlines at Lancaster University?

Answered 7 months ago

The deadlines at this university vary by programs and type of intakes. Below mentioned are the Lancaster University admission deadlines:  

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Deadline

Medicine and Surgery (2026 admission)

15 October 2025, 18:00 (UK time)

All other courses (equal consideration)

Jan 29, 2025, 18:00 (UK time) (Closed now)

Final UCAS deadline

Jun 30, 2025

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Please note that the deadlines of the Lancaster University courses may vary, the above mentioned deadlines are the cases for most of the program, they might be di

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Divya Shukla

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How to apply for various courses at Lancaster University?

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International students are required to apply to Lancaster University through the UCAS portal for the UG courses and through the official website for the PG courses. 

It can be very difficult for the students to be a part of Lancaster University admissions as this school has a low acceptance rate of a

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