Lancaster University ISC – StudyGroup

PROFILE LANCASTER UNIVERSITY ISC - STUDYGROUP

locationUnited Kingdom

Ranked #12 in the United Kingdom

Ranked #12 in the United Kingdom for overall performance according to national league tables.

Top 100 university globally

Top 100 university globally in major international rankings for overall reputation and research.

Established in 1964

Year of Establishment

Lancaster University International Study Centre is a pathway provider delivered in partnership with StudyGroup in the United Kingdom, designed specifically for international students preparing to progress to Lancaster University. It offers structured academic and English language preparation aligned with UK higher education standards. Programmes are tailored to support progression into undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Students benefit from integrated academic skills training and language support. Teaching is delivered on or near the main university campus environment. Progression routes are aligned with degree requirements. Support services focus on transition to UK academic culture. The centre offers a clear pathway into a research intensive university.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Lancaster University is recognised for strong research performance, teaching quality, and student satisfaction across multiple disciplines, with consistent recognition in national and international evaluations.

  1. High research intensity with strong performance in national research assessments.
  2. Consistently high student satisfaction scores in national surveys.
  3. Strong graduate employability outcomes across multiple subject areas.

FACILITIES

The university provides modern academic, research, and student life facilities designed to support learning, research, and wellbeing across a single integrated campus. Facilities support teaching, independent study, sports, health, and social activities. Access is available to pathway students through the International Study Centre.

  1. Library, Lancaster Campus
  2. Teaching laboratories, Lancaster Campus
  3. Lecture theatres, Lancaster Campus
  4. Sports centre, Lancaster Campus
  5. Student support services, Lancaster Campus

LOCATION

Lancaster University Main Campus

Bailrigg, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 4YW, United Kingdom

INTAKE & PROGRAMMED OFFERED

Intake

PRE UNIVERSITY

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

UNDERGRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

POST GRADUATE

January February March April May June July August September October November December

IELTS: 6.5

Programmes

List of all foundation programmes:

  1. International Foundation Year in Business, Law and Social Sciences
  2. International Foundation Year in Engineering and Computing
  3. International Foundation Year in Science

List of all pathway programmes:

  1. International Foundation Programme
  2. Pre Masters Programme

List of undergraduate programmes:

  1. Bachelor of Accounting and Finance
  2. Bachelor of Business Management
  3. Bachelor of Economics
  4. Bachelor of Computer Science
  5. Bachelor of Software Engineering
  6. Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering
  7. Bachelor of Electronic and Electrical Engineering
  8. Bachelor of Biological Sciences
  9. Bachelor of Environmental Science
  10. Bachelor of Politics and International Relations
  11. Bachelor of Sociology

List of postgraduate programmes:

  1. Master of Management
  2. Master of Finance
  3. Master of Accounting and Financial Management
  4. Master of Data Science
  5. Master of Cyber Security
  6. Master of Engineering Management
  7. Master of Environmental Science
  8. Master of International Relations

List of other programmes:

  1. Pre Masters Extended
  2. Academic English Preparation

TUITION FEE & LIVING COST

TUITION FEE

APPLICATION FEE

NA

PRE UNIVERSITY

UNDER GRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

GBP 18,000 to GBP 22,000 per year

GBP 20,000 to GBP 26,000 per year

GBP 21,000 to GBP 28,000 per year

Living Cost

Approximately GBP 900 to GBP 1,100 per month including accommodation,

ACCOMODATION

on-campus
Lancaster University Halls of Residence

The halls are located within the main university campus and provide easy access to teaching and support facilities. They are managed directly by the university with options suitable for international students.

  1. Benefit close to academic buildings
  2. Room types en suite and standard
  3. Facilities shared kitchens and social areas
  4. Price range NA
off-campus
Private Student Housing in Lancaster City

Off campus accommodation is available in the city of Lancaster with various private providers. Options include shared houses and private studios with access to public transport.

  1. Benefit wider housing choice
  2. Room types shared and studio
  3. Facilities vary by provider