History
We are a modern university with nearly two centuries of experience. Our story began back in 1828, when the Institution for the Diffusion of Knowledge first opened in Preston. The University of Central Lancashire was established in 1992 and since then we have expanded to create state-of-the-art campuses, and we’ve evolved to meet the demands of the modern world.
Education
The University of Central Lancashire is ranked in the top 7% of universities worldwide (Center for World University Rankings 2024).
We teach over 350 undergraduate and over 200 taught postgraduate courses as well degree apprenticeships, research degrees and CPD short courses.
Our University is made up of 10 academic schools.
- School of Arts and Media
- School of Business
- School of Engineering and Computing
- School of Health, Social Work and Sport
- School of Law and Policing
- School of Medicine and Dentistry
- School of Nursing and Midwifery
- School of Pharmacy and Biomedical Sciences
- School of Psychology and Humanities
- School of Veterinary Medicine
Research
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF), two-thirds of our submissions were recognised as world-leading or internationally excellent. This highlights our commitment to producing cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
Many of our academics are recognised as distinguished experts in their field. Our staff work collaboratively with organisations, including the United Nations, World Health Organization, European Space Agency and NASA.
Our research is leading to breakthrough discoveries which deepen our knowledge and transform lives globally – from capturing the world’s first image of a black hole, to improving maternity care in developing nations and revolutionising stroke patient care in India.
Career
91% of our international graduates are in further study or employment, HESA graduate outcomes, 2020-21.
Our careers experts can provide tailored support to help you find work in the UK or overseas, even after you graduate. We can help you look for the right jobs, build your CV, write relevant applications, and prepare you interviews.
Students have access to our virtual careers library CareerEdge, and Handshake, a job search and employer networking tool. You’ll also be able to book one-to-one appointments with our careers experts or attend one of our drop-in sessions. We organise a range of job fairs on campus, where you can network with employers and learn about the employment opportunities.
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships related to University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
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Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Alumni Loyalty Discount
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Carers Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Bursary
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
1000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
International Alumni Scholarship
General Scholarships
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Provided by university
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Dependants Bursary
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston, United Kingdom
Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarships for PhD Students
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2025
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2024
ACES Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1652 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
ServiceScape Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
14 Oct 2024
Fulbright U.S. Student Program
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2024
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
Read more about eligibility
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2024
$1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship
Merit-based
Read more about eligibility
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2025
951 -50
2024
901 -100
2023
801
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2025
-
2024
1001
2023
1001
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2024
-
2023
901
2022
-
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2025
-
2024
1446 -207
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Student services
We have excellent student support services. Dedicated teams can help with every aspect of student life across all campuses including cost of living, health and wellbeing, disability or dyslexia support. Academically you will benefit from a personal tutor and student coaches.
Students in Preston will have access to our new Student Centre which houses services including student support, careers and security combined with vast social spaces, a café and meeting rooms. Our Oasis Faith and Spirituality Centre offers a warm welcome to people of all faiths and world views with spaces for prayer, worship and reflection and support from a multi-faith chaplaincy team. We can also help with visa and immigration queries.
Housing services
Starting at only £85 per week, our halls rent is almost half the national average (CUG, 2024).
Our campuses are safe places to live, with low crime rates and security staff available 24/7 to help you. We guarantee a room in campus halls, for all new full-time students at our Preston Campus. All accommodation is a short walk away from the University and Preston city centre. If you’re studying at our Burnley or Westlakes Campuses, we also have accommodation within walking distance.
Our all-inclusive contracts mean heating, water and internet access are all included in your rent. You’ll have your own bedroom, and several rooms are adapted for students with medical conditions and additional needs.
Library services
Our Preston library is open 24/7 during term time. It contains thousands of books and journals, study areas, computers and Wi-Fi throughout. Each school has a dedicated subject librarian who help can you find specific resources for your course. We have invested in digital resources for all subjects, from art to veterinary medicine. We also have great library facilities at Burnley and Westlakes.
ICT services
Students can access computers at each campus in the libraries, dedicated IT suites and subject specific facilities. Wi-Fi is available for you to connect to the network using your own device. Our LIS Customer Services Team can be contacted by telephone, email or in person to help with any IT issues. You can also use the Equipment Hub (EHub) to loan technical equipment to support your studies.
Medical services
The University Medical Centre specialises in providing a caring and confidential service on a wide range of medical matters. We also have an on-campus Pharmacy and an Eye Clinic which offers examinations, prescriptions and spectacle dispensing from our Vision Sciences students. Our Counselling, Mental Health and Wellbeing Service is available for students who need help, support, or advice.
Campus life
We’ve recently invested £200 million in transforming our Preston Campus into a vibrant, modern learning environment. Located in the North West of England, Preston holds Purple Flag status awarded for its low crime rates, vibrant nightlife and excellent range of visitor attractions. Our city centre campus is only a short walk from shops, international supermarkets, restaurants, bars, cafés, green spaces as well as the train and bus stations.
Our Burnley Campus is constantly expanding, transforming this beautiful corner of Pennine Lancashire into a thriving university town.
Our Westlakes Campus is located near Whitehaven in Cumbria, on the edge of the picturesque Lake District National Park.
Sports facilities
The Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre in Preston is home to an eight-court sports hall, squash court, two exercise studios and a large fitness suite. We offer fitness classes including Boxercise, Pilates, Spinning and Zumba.
Our Sports Arena is located just outside the city, with an international standard athletics track, cycle track, FIFA and RFU accredited floodlit 3G pitches, all-weather sports surfaces, tennis and netball courts, and strength and conditioning facilities.
We’re a member of the BUCS Universal Gym scheme, which allows you to use the sports facilities at over 80 other universities when you’re travelling around the country. If you’re studying in Burnley or Westlakes you can access local facilities.
Student clubs
Our Students’ Union offers all sorts of activities, opportunities, and events, as well as independent advice and support. With over 100 sports clubs and societies, from American football and cheerleading to K-pop dance and mountaineering – there is something for everyone.
There are many student-led societies such as pursuing a hobby, socialising with other people on your course, exploring politics, following your faith, meeting other international students, or unleashing your creative side. We also have lots of amazing volunteering opportunities, which give you the chance to develop your skills and enhance your CV while getting involved with something you care about and giving back to the community.
Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies. Please visit our individual course webpages for full details of each accreditation.
