Lancaster University - Question and Answers

Hi,
Is the website to apply for the accommodation not working? I can't progress past step 3 because it is asking me to select an option for "Single Sex", Do you have a disability?" and "Live with someone" but I don't have the options to select my answers.

Hi, I would like to know what are the term dates for 2018/2019, I know they are online but im a little bit confused because the webpage shows two different dates for summer term. Also on lent term classes start on January 11 which is a Friday or do they start on monday the 14? im asking because im an international student and I have to book flights.

Welcome to the Lancaster University official Question and Answer thread. Whether you’ve received a place, already applied or are thinking about applying to Lancaster, members of our team will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about life at Lancaster.
In the meantime, there are some web links that you may find useful:

Accommodation
With approximately 6,500 rooms on campus, Lancaster has a wide range of accommodation which has won multiple awards in recent years.

Applications and Admissions
Your question may have already been answered by our useful list of Frequently Asked Questions. If not, feel free to ask one of our Admissions Officers over in the Ask our Admissions Team thread.

Colleges
Lancaster is unique, being one of just a handful of leading universities that operates a collegiate system. All students will join one of our eight undergraduate colleges. Our colleges are separate from our academic departments and are a great way to meet new people, make new friends and take part in many activities and events throughout the year.

Courses
Our handy online courses directory gives an in depth introduction to all of our courses, including all variants. However, if you have any more questions our Admissions Officers will be more than happy to answer over in the Ask our Admissions Team thread.

Fees and Funding
Our Undergraduate fees and funding pages give information on current fees as well as the Scholarships and Bursaries available from Lancaster. There are also some handy tips on budgeting and managing money!

Prospectus
You can view our current prospectus online or, alternatively, you can fill out the prospectus request form and we’ll send you a hard copy through the post.

Students’ Union
Lancaster University Students’ Union (LUSU) not only support and represent students but also provide a range of services and activities throughout the year. Whether want to look for a student house, enjoy a night out with friends at our very own nightclub, join one of our 200 activity groups, compete against the University of York in our annual sporting competition or enjoy a night of live music and entertainment at events throughout the year there is something for everyone to enjoy at Lancaster.

Is there a reading list for history before we get there? Or anything specific thats recommended?

Hi, I need to swap over my email address from my college email as it may go down for the summer to my personal one - how would I do this? ]Many thanksGeorgia

Welcome to the Lancaster University official Question and Answer thread. Whether you’ve received a place, already applied or are thinking about applying to Lancaster, members of our team will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have about life at Lancaster.
In the meantime, there are some web links that you may find useful:

Accommodation
With approximately 6,500 rooms on campus, Lancaster has a wide range of accommodation which has won multiple awards in recent years.

Applications and Admissions
Your question may have already been answered by our useful list of Frequently Asked Questions. If not, feel free to ask one of our Admissions Officers over in the Ask our Admissions Team thread.

Colleges
Lancaster is unique, being one of just a handful of leading universities that operates a collegiate system. All students will join one of our eight undergraduate colleges. Our colleges are separate from our academic departments and are a great way to meet new people, make new friends and take part in many activities and events throughout the year.

Courses
Our handy online courses directory gives an in depth introduction to all of our courses, including all variants. However, if you have any more questions our Admissions Officers will be more than happy to answer over in the Ask our Admissions Team thread.

Fees and Funding
Our Undergraduate fees and funding pages give information on current fees as well as the Scholarships and Bursaries available from Lancaster. There are also some handy tips on budgeting and managing money!

Prospectus
You can view our current prospectus online or, alternatively, you can fill out the prospectus request form and we’ll send you a hard copy through the post.

Students’ Union
Lancaster University Students’ Union (LUSU) not only support and represent students but also provide a range of services and activities throughout the year. Whether want to look for a student house, enjoy a night out with friends at our very own nightclub, join one of our 200 activity groups, compete against the University of York in our annual sporting competition or enjoy a night of live music and entertainment at events throughout the year there is something for everyone to enjoy at Lancaster.

Hi,

I just wanted to know of there are jobs available on and off campus that I would be able to potentially start in the first month. I would be depending on a part time job to afford accommodation and stuff so you're answer means a lot thank you.

Hey Wolto,

In terms of on-campus jobs these are run by our internal Employment and Recruitment Service. You can find out more about them here: http://www.lancaster.ac.uk/employment-and-recruitment-services/ - and see a list of current vacancies here: https://temps.lancaster-university.co.uk/vacancies/vacancy-search-results.aspx to give you an idea of what is on offer.

The City of Lancaster has all of the restaurants, bars, shops, takeaways etc that you'd expect from a city. Therefore there are plenty of jobs available. An idea of the sorts of places we have can be found here but there are plenty more: http://visitlancaster.org.uk/

Most people I know had no trouble finding a part-time job on or off campus!

Best wishes,
Michael Mander
| UK Student Recruitment and Outreach
Student Ambassador Leader

Great thank you Michael, I had already registered for the on-campus recruitment I guess I would have to get there first

Hi Hayley

The important thing is not to worry, we understand that this can sometimes happen. If you're unable to pay by the due date you will need to speak with your College Residence Officer before the deadline and they will be able to advise further.

Jamie Carbert | Lancaster University
E: [email protected]

Hey, the deadline for the first rent payment is october 2nd, if our student loan doesn't come through by then are we allowed an extension?

Hello,

I will be joining Lancaster as an international student and just had a question regarding the module structure. I saw that the term dates on the website include the summer term, but the modules in my department are only taught during the Michaelmas and Lent terms. Therefore, I was wondering what happens during the two months in the summer term, apart from the exams? I assume that we are not being taught for just over 4.5 months in the year (especially with only 10 hours of contact time a week)? Many thanks!

Hi,
I'll be joining as a Postgraduate student this October, I was wondering if there will be bedding packs available to purchase on campus or will I have to buy some from the city/bring them with me?
Thanks,
Kazi.