World Ranking

QS World University Rankings 2026

#157

UK Ranking

Complete University Guide 2027

#10

International Students

30% international students

Location

Lancaster, England

Institution Type

University

Study Levels

Undergraduate · Postgraduate · Doctoral / PhD

Overview

Campus-based research-intensive university near Lancaster (Bailrigg campus), with undergraduate and postgraduate provision across arts, sciences, social sciences, health and management.

https://www.lancaster.ac.uk

Key Subject Strengths

  • Linguistics — #2 · QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
  • English Language and Literature — #39 · QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026
  • Sociology — =#59 · QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026