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Latest news and information about the University of Central Lancashire, known as UCLan. The university has its main campus in Preston and is one of the largest university’s in the UK based on student numbers.

University of Central Lancashire listed for three Times Higher Education Awards

UCLan's campus in Preston Pic: Tony Worrall Preston’s university has secured three nominations for the ‘Oscars’ of higher education. University of Central Lancashire is shortlisted for its commitment to diversity, research project of the year and also […]

7 months ago
Preston teetotal history and prehistoric heritage to be explored at UCLan MET sessions

The MET (Mobile Event Tent) at UCLan's Adelphi Square Pic: UCLan Two free events exploring two different elements of Preston’s history and heritage are taking place at the city’s university in the next week. The MET (Mobile Event Tent) is parking […]

7 months ago
First ever Exo Games held at Preston’s university

The bomb squad walk was another task Pic: UCLan An international engineering competition has taken place at Preston’s university for the first time. Engineers competed in the Exo Games which teams had to design an exoskeleton and test it […]

7 months ago
Preston Black History Group recognised for Windrush book

Prestonā€™s Black History Group Chair Clinton Smith with UCLanā€™s Jenny Webster and Professor Alan Rice at the book launch A Preston community history book has received national recognition. ā€œEngland is my Homeā€ Windrush Lives in Lancashire was highly commended by the Alan Ball Local History Awards 2022. The award […]

7 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Second European award success for UCLan professor

An Asian man holding a trophy in front of a dark backdrop A University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) professor has won a European entrepreneurial award for the second year running. Ahmed Onsy, Professor of Mechatronics and Intelligent Systems Engineering and Associate Dean […]

7 months ago
What’s on as The MET returns to Preston’s University Square this September

Inside The MET (Mobile Event Tent) Pic: Michael Porter Photography The MET (Mobile Event Tent) is returning to University Square this September. The MET is set to deliver a diverse array of entertainment experiences during the month-long residency, which follows […]

7 months ago
Preston’s university scores third in North West for latest student survey

UCLan Student Centre rooftop terrace Preston’s university has been ranked as the third-best in the North West for student satisfaction. The University of Central Lancashire was scored at 81 per cent for student positivity compared […]

7 months ago
Mission to Mars space event taking place at UCLan

The Mars Rover Pic: NASA A mission to Mars is being explained at the University of Central Lancashire during September. Dr Kevin Bowman brings to life in 3D and with a giant two-storey screen how […]

8 months ago
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