International Study Centre

A triple top 10 UK university

Welcome to Lancaster University International Study Centre

Join us at Lancaster University International Study Centre and graduate from a triple top ten university - with Lancaster ranking in the top ten places of The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020, Guardian University Guide 2020 and Complete University Guide 2020.

Taking an International Foundation Year, Pre-Masters Programme or English Language Preparation programme is a life-changing experience that introduces you to life in the UK. Studying with us leads to a challenging degree and helps you succeed in your future career.

Online learning

We’ll get you to where you want to be

Start your programme online with confidence and you will have flexibility and control of your academic and career goals. You will benefit from world-class teaching, an exclusive preparation course, which is delivered virtually and at no extra cost, and the reassurance of a 21-day money back* satisfaction offer. We are also able to accept a wider range of English language tests for entry to our online programmes.

We will support you to transition to on-campus learning when face-to-face teaching resumes. Begin your studies online now, and we’ll get you on the right course and on the path to a successful career.

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*Provided you have an online attendance level of 80% or more.

Lancaster University was recently named International University of the Year 2020

International Study Centre

Lancaster University campus

Based on campus, our study centre prepares you for your degree.

International Foundation Year

A Lancaster ISC student in the lab

English language and academic preparation for your degree.

Pre-Masters Programme

A sunny afternoon at Lancaster University.

Prepare for your postgraduate degree at a triple top ten university.

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Ghadeer from Oman studied International Foundation Year in Life Sciences.

"I chose Lancaster University due to its high overall ranking and it is also a good place to study. The tutors are supportive and make sure that we understand everything."

Ghadeer from Oman studied International Foundation Year in Life Sciences

We’ll get you to where you want to be – Read our latest guidance for current students, or find out more about online learning.