Students are at the heart of everything we do at University of Lincoln, from our award-winning teaching to our great industry links and outstanding student experience. We are here to help you succeed.
.jpg?h=480&w=1920&fit=crop&auto=format,compress)
4.1 out of 5 (37 ratings / 34 reviews) Lincoln, England, United Kingdom
Top reasons to study here
- When you arrive at the University of Lincoln, you join a friendly and welcoming, close-knit academic community of staff and students.
- Ninety-six per cent of the University of Lincoln’s graduates were in work or further study within six months of finishing their course
- We strive to offer teaching underpinned by a vibrant research culture, and we are proud of our Student as Producer approach to teaching, learning
Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (33)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Economics
- B.Sc. (Hons) Events Management
- L.L.B. (Hons) Law for Business
- MFin Banking and Finance
- MEcon Economics and Finance
Social Sciences (31)
- B.A. (Hons) Criminology
- B.Sc. (Hons) Economics
- B.Sc. (Hons) Geography
- B.A. (Hons) Geography
- L.L.B. (Hons) Law and Criminology
- B.A. (Hons) Politics
- B.Sc. (Hons) Psychology
- B.A. (Hons) Social Policy
- B.A. (Hons) Sociology
- MEcon Economics and Finance
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (29)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Biochemistry
- B.Sc. (Hons) Biology
- B.Sc. (Hons) Chemistry
- B.Sc. (Hons) Mathematics
- B.Sc. (Hons) Physics
- MBio Biochemistry
- MBio Biology
- MBio Biomedical Science
- MChem Chemistry
- MChem Chemistry with Education
- MChem Forensic Chemistry
- MMath Mathematics
- MMath Mathematics and Physics
- MPharm Pharmacy
- MPhys Physics
- MPhys Physics with Philosophy
Arts, Design & Architecture (23)
- B.A. (Hons) Architecture
- B.Arch. (Hons) Architecture
- B.A. (Hons) Dance
- B.A. (Hons) Fashion
- B.A. (Hons) Fine Art
- B.A. (Hons) Illustration
- B.A. (Hons) Music
- B.A. (Hons) Photography
Medicine & Health (19)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Midwifery
- B.Sc. (Hons) Paramedic Science
- MBio Biomedical Science
- BMBS Medicine
- MPharm Pharmacy
Humanities (16)
- B.A. (Hons) English
- B.A. (Hons) History
- B.A. (Hons) Philosophy
- MPhys Physics with Philosophy
Journalism & Media (13)
- B.A. (Hons) Journalism
- B.A. (Hons) Media Studies
- B.A. (Hons) Photography
Applied Sciences & Professions (10)
- B.A. (Hons) Fashion
- B.Sc. (Hons) Forensic Science
- MChem Forensic Chemistry
Engineering & Technology (10)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (10)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Events Management
Computer Science & IT (7)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science
- B.Sc. (Hons) Games Computing
- MComp Computer Science
- MComp Games Computing
Agriculture & Forestry (6)
- B.Sc. (Hons) Zoology
- MBio Zoology
Education & Training (5)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (4)
Law (3)
- L.L.B. (Hons) Law
- L.L.B. (Hons) Law and Criminology
- L.L.B. (Hons) Law for Business
Pre-Bachelor's programmes
Business & Management (6)
- Pre-Bachelor Agri-Produce and Supply Chain Management
- Pre-Bachelor Food Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Pre-Bachelor International Foundation One in Business and Media
- Pre-Bachelor International Year One in Business and Management
- Pre-Bachelor Logistics Management
Applied Sciences & Professions (3)
- Pre-Bachelor Food Operations and Supply Chain Management
- Pre-Bachelor Food Science and Technology
Engineering & Technology (3)
- Pre-Bachelor Food Science and Technology
- Pre-Bachelor International Year One in Engineering
Computer Science & IT (2)
- Pre-Bachelor International Year One in Computer Science
Journalism & Media (2)
- Pre-Bachelor International Foundation One in Business and Media
- Pre-Bachelor International Year One in Media Studies
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- Pre-Bachelor Agri-Produce and Supply Chain Management
Arts, Design & Architecture (1)
- Pre-Bachelor International Foundation One in Business and Media
About
History
Brayford Pool, the site of the University of Lincoln's main campus, has always been an important spot in the city.
As far back as the Iron Age, the Celts are thought to have named the town 'Lindon', meaning 'the pool', as it was the source of all water, trade and transport in the area.
Her Majesty the Queen opened the first University of Lincoln building on the Brayford Campus in 1996.
Education
The University of Lincoln is home to a growing community of students from around the world and we are delighted that you are considering joining us.
Since Her Majesty the Queen opened the first University of Lincoln building on the Brayford Pool Campus, we have welcomed more than 90,000 students from across 135 countries. Today, we are listed in the world’s top 150 universities in the Times Higher Education’s (THE) Young University Rankings 2020, and a top 20 UK university for overall student satisfaction in the latest National Student Survey 2020.
- Hospitality, Event Management and Tourism is second in the UK (behind De Montfort)
- Chemistry is third in the UK (behind Oxford/Durham)
- Mathematics is fourth in the UK (behind Oxford, St Andrews, Cambridge)
Research
The University's research themes represent both our current strengths and future areas of opportunity. They embody a unique set of areas that key into our goals as a civic university undertaking internationally significant research with local relevance, but also with our aspiration to become both thought leaders and researchers engaged in the pursuit of excellence.
Career
Preparing you for your future career in the global graduate jobs market shapes your student experience from the day that you enrol. Alongside our industry-engaged approach to teaching, we have a dedicated, award-winning Careers team to support you throughout your time at Lincoln and beyond.
Lincoln graduates have gone on to secure jobs at major companies and organisations around the world, including the BBC, Rolls-Royce, Siemens, Boots, GSK, Lloyds Bank, and Rockstar Games.
At the University of Lincoln, our dedicated and award-winning team of employability and careers professionals are here to help you develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, and experience needed to kick-start your chosen career.Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2021
501 100
2020
601
2019
601
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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2021
801
2020
801
2019
-
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.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2020
901
2019
-
2018
-
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
2021
-
2020
1100
2019
-
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
The Specialist Advice Service works closely with the Students Union, who support students through formal proceedings and can provide representation.
The Students Union Advice team may also be able to help you make informal approaches to the University. Please follow the link to their website for more information about the Students Union Advice service. We actively refer students to the Students Union for representation or if there are issues which affect more than one student.
Housing services
Based in the heart of Lincoln’s city centre, most student accommodation at the University is either on our Brayford Pool Campus or just a short distance away. Students are able to choose from a range of places to live. All University accommodation is supported by our Residential Warden team.
Library services
Choosing where to live while studying is a big decision and it’s important to take the time to find out what’s available and what would best suit your needs. The University offers a variety of options to suit your needs and budget, from on-campus accommodation in our Student Village to University-managed developments and third party provider halls of residences just off-campus.
ICT services
We develop, deliver and support ICT Services for our University community.
Medical services
The GP practice specialises in looking after the students and staff of The University of Lincoln, their families and dependants.
Our dedicated team are here to treat those minor ailments that occur as well as providing specialist management of long-term conditions and clinics covering a wide range of healthcare issues.
Student Life
Campus life
The University of Lincoln’s striking city centre campus provides a modern student-centred community. Based on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront, almost everything you’ll need is either on campus or a short walk away. At Lincoln, we constantly invest in our buildings and facilities as we strive to provide the best learning environment for our students.
We understand the importance of giving you the strongest possible foundation to help you achieve your aspirations. Whatever your chosen subject, we aim to ensure that you have access to the latest equipment and resources to support your studies.
Sports facilities
The University’s Sports Centre based in the heart of the Brayford Campus is the hub for activity to help keep you healthy and active while at the University. The centre offers an extensive range of facilities including a fitness suite, sports hall, football pitches, and dance, boxing and spinning studios, saunas and a wellness suite, as well as courts for badminton, tennis, basketball, volleyball and netball.
Student clubs
Lincoln Students' Union is an independent, student-led organisation run on behalf of all University of Lincoln students. The aim of the Students' Union is to provide the best possible student experience by providing a wide range of services which put students at the heart of life at Lincoln. Students are able to get involved with sports and societies, develop their skills with volunteering and other employability opportunities, whilst also accessing many other services such as the SU Advice Centre.
Accreditation
Lincoln University is regionally accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Middle States Accreditation is an expression of confidence in the Institution’s mission, goals, performance, and resources.
Student Reviews
Great University
Provided by ESN rated 5 out of 5 stars
The university if very welcoming, the staff are always ready to help out and the sense of community is strong.
Review
Provided by ESN rated 5 out of 5 stars
Content is interesting and lectures and seminars are always engaging. Excellent support given.
Lincoln
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great lectures, excellent facilities and opportunities.
Other programmes from this university
Improve page content
