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University of Lancashire
(UCLan)
About
The University of Lancashire is a public university based in the city of Preston, Lancashire, England. It has its roots in The Institution For The Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge, founded in 1828. Previously known as the University of Central Lancashire, Harris Art College, Preston Polytechnic and Lancashire Polytechnic, in 1992 it was granted university status by the Privy Council. The university i...
The University of Lancashire is a public university based in the city of Preston, Lancashire, England. It has its roots in The Institution For The Diffusion Of Useful Knowledge, founded in 1828. Previously known as the University of Central Lancashire, Harris Art College, Preston Polytechnic and Lancashire Polytechnic, in 1992 it was granted university status by the Privy Council. The university is the 19th largest in the UK in terms of student numbers.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 901 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 16 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 21,550
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 15.3 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 35%
- Female : Male
- 58 : 42
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
7 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 201-300 | - | 2021 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-400 | - | 2022 |
| Politics | 301-400 | - | 2018 |
| Psychology | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2023 |
US News
1 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Science | 240 | 31.8 | 2026 |
QS
2 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| English Language & Literature | 251-300 | - | 2021 |
| Medicine | 701-850 | - | 2026 |
THE
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401–500 | 32.7 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 501–600 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 601–800 | 28.2 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 601–800 | 28.8 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 601–800 | 16.8 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 801–1000 | 23.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 801–1000 | 21.6 | 2026 |
Organization Structure
Related unitseducation organization in Larnaca, Cyprus
View DetailsFrequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of University of Lancashire?
University of Lancashire's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 1001-1200, THE Rank 1001–1200, ARWU Rank 901-1000, US News Rank =1,514.
When was University of Lancashire founded?
University of Lancashire was founded in 1828.
What are the top subjects at University of Lancashire?
Top subjects at University of Lancashire include: Nursing, Law & Legal Studies, Hospitality & Tourism Management, Space Science, English Language & Literature.
Where is University of Lancashire located?
University of Lancashire is located in Preston, United Kingdom.