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Love Lancaster? There are some great reasons to continue your studies with us

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Why Lancaster?

There's lots of reasons to study for a postgraduate degree at Lancaster, we hope some of those are apparent from your time already spent with us. These reasons are just as important to those joining us for postgraduate study and what's more, as a Lancaster student you get some exclusive benefits too.

A guaranteed scholarship

Lancaster graduates are eligible for our Alumni Loyalty Scholarship, which is awarded automatically.

Guaranteed offer scheme

As a current Lancaster University student or alumni, you are guaranteed an offer on selected master's programmes provided that you meet our entry requirements.

Easy application process

As a Lancaster student, there's no need to provide your transcript, a reference and personal statement, if we do need any additional information we will let you know.

We'll help get you where we want to be

Our dedication to careers support doesn't stop when you graduate, it's lifelong. As a postgraduate student, you get access to even more specialist support including dedicated career & professional development programmes for postgraduate students.

A reputation you can be proud of

Our international reputation for combining world-leading research and high-quality teaching is backed by our league table position and global rankings.

Your community, continued

You'll know all about our college system by now, that affiliation sticks with you after you graduate and into your postgraduate experience too. You'll be able to widen your support network through Graduate College and our vibrant postgraduate community.

Is postgraduate study right for you?

There's lots of options for you after you graduate, we'll support you whatever you choose, but there are some great reasons to consider postgraduate study.

In a climate where securing a place in your chosen career can be intense and competitive a postgraduate degree could help you stand out. A postgraduate degree could emphasise your drive, determination and willingness to enrich your professional development. The extra skills you build during your master’s degree could increase your earning potential, too.

It's not just about getting on the career path you want, studying for a postgraduate degree is a great way to develop your understanding of a subject, feed your passions, strengthen a love of learning, make valuable connections and enhance your life on a personal level.

A number of our courses accept students at postgraduate level regardless of their undergraduate subject. So studying for a postgraduate degree is a great way to try something new, discover a different subject and change focus.

Chat with us

One-to-one online or in-person appointments are available to book. We can help you with:

  • Which Lancaster PG courses you could do
  • How to apply
  • How PG fees and funding works
  • What scholarships you'll be eligible for
Book your appointment

An Introduction to Graduate College at Lancaster University

Find out more about Graduate College, our dedicated college for postgraduate students, including our accommodation, facilities and dedicated events run throughout the academic year.

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