Lancaster University
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Institution Info
- Founded
- 1964
- Type
- 4-Year University
- Students
- 12,000 students
- Faculty
- 2250
- Website
- http://www.lancs.ac.uk/
About
Rankings
| Source | Year | Rank | Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| QS | 2026 | QS #157 · Top 200 | 61,40 |
| THE | 2026 | THE #185 · Top 200 | 59,73 |
| UNIRANKS | 2026 | UniRanks #136 · Top 200 | 91,03 |
| ARWU | 2025 | ARWU #301 · Ranked | — |
Research Output via OpenAlex
Tier Memberships
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster University's global ranking?
Lancaster University is ranked #136 globally according to the UniRanks aggregated ranking. Within المملكة المتحدة, it holds the #16 position.
When was Lancaster University founded?
Lancaster University was founded in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is one of the established institutions in المملكة المتحدة.
How many students attend Lancaster University?
Lancaster University has a student body of approximately 12,000 students. The student-to-faculty ratio is approximately 5:1.
What is Lancaster University's research output?
Lancaster University has produced 80,619 research publications with 6,028,502 total citations and an h-index of 666, according to OpenAlex data.