Welcome to The University of Lancashire!
A warm welcome to UCLan! 🌹
This thread is a place for those starting with us soon to ask any questions you may have. As you prepare to join us soon, have you had chance to visit our welcome page? It's the best place to discover what you need to do before starting on our campuses.
Feel free to ask us any questions you may have in this thread and we'd be happy to help answer! 😊
We're so excited to welcome all our new students onto campus soon! 💕
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Reply 1
Hi everyone!
I'm Rebecca, one of the current 4th year medical students at UCLan. We can't wait to see everyone during welcome week this year - make sure to make the most of the freebies and discounts that are on offer!
If you have any questions about life at UCLan, what to expect when you get here or any general queries, feel free to pop them below and I will get back to you!
- Rebecca
I'm Rebecca, one of the current 4th year medical students at UCLan. We can't wait to see everyone during welcome week this year - make sure to make the most of the freebies and discounts that are on offer!
If you have any questions about life at UCLan, what to expect when you get here or any general queries, feel free to pop them below and I will get back to you!
- Rebecca
Reply 2
Hi! I’m joining UCLan for MSc Speech and Language Therapy, and was just wondering how long it roughly takes to receive your student card once you’ve submitted a picture? I submitted my picture almost 3 weeks ago, and I’m leaving for Preston on Monday but have yet to receive my card, so I’m scared I’m going to miss it! 😬
Reply 3
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by rhianerin21Hi! I’m joining UCLan for MSc Speech and Language Therapy, and was just wondering how long it roughly takes to receive your student card once you’ve submitted a picture? I submitted my picture almost 3 weeks ago, and I’m leaving for Preston on Monday but have yet to receive my card, so I’m scared I’m going to miss it! 😬
Hi there @rhianerin21,
Great to hear that you will be studying MSc Speech and Language Therapy here at UCLan. 🌹
We can't wait to welcome you to campus soon! 🎉
Most ID cards should be posted out by the end of next week. You can also collected your student ID card on campus so please don't worry.
If you want to send us a direct message with your full name and student ID number then I can have a look into this for you.
All the best,
Sarah
Reply 4
Hi Sarah,
Thanks so much for this! I have sent you across a message 😊
Thanks so much for this! I have sent you across a message 😊
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by UCLan AmbassadorHi there @rhianerin21,
Great to hear that you will be studying MSc Speech and Language Therapy here at UCLan. 🌹
We can't wait to welcome you to campus soon! 🎉
Most ID cards should be posted out by the end of next week. You can also collected your student ID card on campus so please don't worry.
If you want to send us a direct message with your full name and student ID number then I can have a look into this for you.
All the best,
Sarah
Great to hear that you will be studying MSc Speech and Language Therapy here at UCLan. 🌹
We can't wait to welcome you to campus soon! 🎉
Most ID cards should be posted out by the end of next week. You can also collected your student ID card on campus so please don't worry.
If you want to send us a direct message with your full name and student ID number then I can have a look into this for you.
All the best,
Sarah
Reply 5
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by rhianerin21Hi Sarah,
Thanks so much for this! I have sent you across a message 😊
Thanks so much for this! I have sent you across a message 😊
Hi there @rhianerin21, 😊
Glad I was able to help. We look forward to welcoming you onto campus very soon.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Best wishes,
Sarah
Reply 6
Are you starting with us soon? 🌹
Before beginning your studies, please ensure you have completed your online course enrolment. This will confirm your status as a student at the University of Central Lancashire enabling you to access all University services. 💻
Find out more here:
Before beginning your studies, please ensure you have completed your online course enrolment. This will confirm your status as a student at the University of Central Lancashire enabling you to access all University services. 💻
Find out more here:
Reply 7
Are you joining us in a few weeks time? 🌹
The thought of making friends at University doesn't have to feel so scary. One of our students Nicol-Stella realised this when starting her studies at UCLan 3 years ago. After making a conscious effort to chat to people wherever possible, she found course mates to go to lunch with, or friends to grab a coffee with before lectures ☕
Read some more tips on making friends at uni from Nicol-Stella here:
The thought of making friends at University doesn't have to feel so scary. One of our students Nicol-Stella realised this when starting her studies at UCLan 3 years ago. After making a conscious effort to chat to people wherever possible, she found course mates to go to lunch with, or friends to grab a coffee with before lectures ☕
Read some more tips on making friends at uni from Nicol-Stella here:
Reply 8
Where can I collect my student ID card from? Do I use this to get into buildings?
Reply 9
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by Rhirhi2000Where can I collect my student ID card from? Do I use this to get into buildings?
Hi there @Rhirhi2000,
How are you?
Thank you for your question, yes your student ID card will give you full access to all of our facilities, including the library and sport centre. You can enquire about collecting your student ID card at the library or you can contact our LIS team by email at [email protected].
I hope this help, let me know if you have any questions.
All the best,
Sarah
Reply 10
We are very excited to welcome all our new students starting this month! 
To make your transition to university as smooth as possible, head over to our dedicated welcome page for helpful tips and advice, there's even a handy check list to make sure you have everything covered before you join us. 🌹
If you're starting with us this month and worried about getting lost why not bookmarking our maps to make navigating your way around our campuses easier. 😊
Burnley
Preston
Westlakes
Why not introduce yourself and do let us know if you have any questions about life here at UCLan 👋
Best wishes,
Sarah
To make your transition to university as smooth as possible, head over to our dedicated welcome page for helpful tips and advice, there's even a handy check list to make sure you have everything covered before you join us. 🌹
If you're starting with us this month and worried about getting lost why not bookmarking our maps to make navigating your way around our campuses easier. 😊
Burnley Preston WestlakesWhy not introduce yourself and do let us know if you have any questions about life here at UCLan 👋
Best wishes,
Sarah
Reply 11
Joining us this September 2025? 👋
The thought of making friends can often be scarier than actually doing it, and this was the exact situation student Nicol-Stella found herself in when starting at the University of Central Lancashire. Luckily, after making a conscious effort to chat to people wherever possible, she found course mates to go to lunch with, and made friends to grab a coffee with before lectures 📚✨
Read some more tips on making friends at uni from Nicol-Stella here: Making friends at university
To join our Facebook groups visit: Social campus
The thought of making friends can often be scarier than actually doing it, and this was the exact situation student Nicol-Stella found herself in when starting at the University of Central Lancashire. Luckily, after making a conscious effort to chat to people wherever possible, she found course mates to go to lunch with, and made friends to grab a coffee with before lectures 📚✨
Read some more tips on making friends at uni from Nicol-Stella here: Making friends at university
To join our Facebook groups visit: Social campus
Reply 12
Open day 21 June ✨
Before you visit, it's important to prepare for your Open Day so you can get the most out of your experience. Take a look at the information below to help you plan your day.
This page includes information about:
Book your place here: Undergraduate Open Day at Preston Campus - June 2025
Did you know we came 3rd in the North West for student support at the university? (Whatuni Student Choice Awards: The best UK unis of 2025)
Let me know if you have any questions 🙂
Best wishes, ^Zac
Before you visit, it's important to prepare for your Open Day so you can get the most out of your experience. Take a look at the information below to help you plan your day.
This page includes information about:
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How to get here and get around
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What to expect at your Open Day
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Accommodation
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Preston city centre
Did you know we came 3rd in the North West for student support at the university? (Whatuni Student Choice Awards: The best UK unis of 2025)
Let me know if you have any questions 🙂
Best wishes, ^Zac
Reply 13
Starting university with us next week? ✨
We look forward to welcoming new and returning students to our campuses. Take a look at our welcome pages and discover what you need to do before starting university here.
Do let us know if you have any questions 🙂
Best wishes,
^Zac
We look forward to welcoming new and returning students to our campuses. Take a look at our welcome pages and discover what you need to do before starting university here.
Do let us know if you have any questions 🙂
Best wishes,
^Zac
Reply 14
Preston Open Day - Sunday 12 October
Discover everything you need to know about student life, our Preston Campus and courses at our undergraduate Open Day this October 🍂
What to expect at an Open Day
At our undergraduate Open Day in October 2025 you can:
To book and learn more, please visit here.
Do let me know if you have any questions 🙂
Discover everything you need to know about student life, our Preston Campus and courses at our undergraduate Open Day this October 🍂
What to expect at an Open Day
At our undergraduate Open Day in October 2025 you can:
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Find out more about your chosen subject
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Speak to subject tutors and current students
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Tour our accommodation and campus facilities
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Chat to our teams from student support, careers and more
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Get tips on writing your personal statement
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Explore Preston and get to know the city
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Access exclusive discounts at hotels, shops and restaurants
To book and learn more, please visit here.
Do let me know if you have any questions 🙂
Reply 15
To mark the beginning of an exciting new chapter as the University of Lancashire we brought together some of our distinguished Honorary Fellows and Alumni to help tell our story.
Their voices reflect the heart, spirit, and pride of our University — and the bright future ahead. New name, same roots. That’s how we do it in Lancashire. 🌹
Their voices reflect the heart, spirit, and pride of our University — and the bright future ahead. New name, same roots. That’s how we do it in Lancashire. 🌹
Reply 16
A bright future starts here at the University of Lancashire ✨
Join us at our Autumn Open Days and discover a community where ideas thrive, talents grow, and opportunities are endless. With hands-on learning and award-winning support, we’ll help you shine.
📅 Autumn Open Days:
Sunday 12 October
Saturday 22 November
👉 Register now at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/opendays
Join us at our Autumn Open Days and discover a community where ideas thrive, talents grow, and opportunities are endless. With hands-on learning and award-winning support, we’ll help you shine.
📅 Autumn Open Days:
Sunday 12 October
Saturday 22 November
👉 Register now at https://www.lancashire.ac.uk/opendays
Reply 17
Looking to enhance your career, develop your knowledge or pursue your passion? ✨
Join us at our Preston Campus to explore your postgraduate opportunities, including master’s degrees, research programmes and different career paths.
At our Postgraduate Open Evening on 19 November 2025, you can:
To book or for more information, please visit here.
Join us at our Preston Campus to explore your postgraduate opportunities, including master’s degrees, research programmes and different career paths.
At our Postgraduate Open Evening on 19 November 2025, you can:
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Explore our postgraduate courses and chat to academics
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Find out about our research and PhD opportunities
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Get practical tips on how to apply and boost your application
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Learn about student finance and funding and postgraduate scholarships
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Discover how we support your wellbeing and success
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Chat with our admissions and careers teams to get personalised guidance
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Tour our accommodation and join a student-led campus tour
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Reply 18
Not sure what UCAS points are, how they work and how to convert your grades?
Then look no further! ⬇️
We have a handy page with more information about what UCAS points are and how they work including examples. You can also use our calculator to work out your tariff points and check if you’re eligible for contextual admissions. You can access this and more here.
Feel free to ask any questions 🙂
Then look no further! ⬇️
We have a handy page with more information about what UCAS points are and how they work including examples. You can also use our calculator to work out your tariff points and check if you’re eligible for contextual admissions. You can access this and more here.
Feel free to ask any questions 🙂
Reply 19
As our Winter Graduation ceremonies comes to a close, our pride in our Graduates couldn’t be greater! 🎓
Take a glimpse into what your graduation may look like🌹
Take a glimpse into what your graduation may look like🌹
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