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University of Central Lancashire

country rank  69
world rank  742

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Overview

Established in 1992, the University of Central Lancashire is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Preston (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North West England. This institution also has branch campuses in Burnley, Moor Row and Pyla. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 32-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UCLan also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Central Lancashire's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Central Lancashire's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Central Lancashire' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Central Lancashire's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym UCLan
Founded 1992 Origins date back to 1828 as the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge, university status since 1992
Motto Ex Solo ad Solem
From the Earth to the Sun
Colours Red and black
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address Foster Building
Preston
PR1 2HE North West England
United Kingdom
University of Central Lancashire's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Central Lancashire Phone Number +44 (1772) 201 201
University of Central Lancashire Fax Number +44 (1772) 894 956
Other locations Burnley, Moor Row and Pyla

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Central Lancashire's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Central Lancashire's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Central Lancashire: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Central Lancashire's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Central Lancashire's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Central Lancashire.

University of Central Lancashire: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)		 5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Central Lancashire's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Central Lancashire's admission information.

University of Central Lancashire's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Central Lancashire's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Central Lancashire a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Central Lancashire's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Central Lancashire's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Central Lancashire has more than 4800 international students.

University of Central Lancashire's Admission Office Admission Office

Foster Building
Preston PR1 2HE
(1772) 894 430
(1772) 892 400

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Central Lancashire's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Central Lancashire.

University of Central Lancashire's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Central Lancashire has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Central Lancashire's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Central Lancashire's Control Type Control Type

University of Central Lancashire is a public higher education institution.


University of Central Lancashire's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Central Lancashire is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Central Lancashire's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Central Lancashire's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Central Lancashire does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Central Lancashire's main facilities:


University of Central Lancashire's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Central Lancashire's Library


University of Central Lancashire's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Central Lancashire's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Central Lancashire's main services:


University of Central Lancashire's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

University of Central Lancashire's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Central Lancashire's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Central Lancashire's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Central Lancashire's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Central Lancashire's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Central Lancashire's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Central Lancashire is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Central Lancashire's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • College of Operating Department Practitioners (CODP)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • General Optical Council (GOC)
  • General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Hospitality (IoH)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Engineering Designers (IED)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • National Council for the Training of Journalists (NCTJ)
  • National Youth Agency (NYA)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • Society of Sports Therapists (SST)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of Central Lancashire as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Central Lancashire's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • MillionPlus
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Central Lancashire 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Central Lancashire's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Central Lancashire's Facebook page University of Central Lancashire's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Central Lancashire's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Central Lancashire's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Central Lancashire's YouTube channel University of Central Lancashire's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Central Lancashire's Instagram page University of Central Lancashire's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Central Lancashire's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Wikipedia

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