Ranked in the global top 1%, Lancaster is a collegiate university with a world-class reputation for research and teaching excellence.
Lancaster pioneers globally significant research and uses its expertise to shape policy and encourage debate. Located on a beautiful campus in the North West of England and one of a handful of collegiate universities, Lancaster places great emphasis on a strong student experience and research-led teaching delivered by academics who are experts in their field. Ranked 9th in the THE’s global ‘100 under 50’ university league table, the University has established a global reputation as a centre for research, scholarship and teaching with an emphasis on employability.
Following the latest research assessment exercise over 90% of the research at Lancaster was found to be world leading or internationally significant with some key areas of research ranked top in the UK.
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FutureLearn
Discover the fascinating connection between literature and heritage at Penshurst Place, a 16th-century estate that was once the abode of the illustrious Sidney family. This course takes you on an intellectual journey through the works of Lady Mary Wroth, Sir Philip Sidney, and other literary greats who shaped English Renaissance culture.