Alumni Network

Whether you studied at the Harris, the Polytechnic or the University, you’ll always be part of our community. Thousands of lifelong relationships began here, and they still do.

Sign up below to relive the memories, renew the friendships and take advantage of your alumni benefits package. Whether it be careers advice, library and gym facilities or business support, we’re here to help you throughout your graduate life.

Download our latest Alumni magazine

Our Alumni Magazine 2022 is now live and available to download. With our latest news, expert views on topical subjects and the launch of our 'Remember When?' campaign, there's plenty to keep you entertained.

Sign up and update your details

We'd love to stay in touch. Please sign up and give your consent to receive information from us. This is really important as we can only provide you with the benefits of being a graduate if we have your contact details and preferences.

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Students working in our first purpose-built library
Students working in our first purpose-built library

Postgraduate study and research

Did you know that as one of our graduates you can get up to 20% discount on postgraduate study? You also get dedicated study space in our brand-new Student Centre. We have an extensive portfolio of postgraduate degrees available, including taught and research programmes, all to help you take that next step in your career. 

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Meet our Alumni

Meet some of our graduates, hear their stories and follow their progress since studying with us at the University.

Say hello to our alumni

Alumni Reunion

On Saturday 22 July 2023, hundreds of our alumni travelled from far and wide to relive their student days at a special celebratory event in Preston.

Graduates from the 1940s right through to the 2020s took a nostalgic walk down memory lane at the institution’s first reunion event for all alumni from all subjects and all years.

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UCLan Honorary Fellow and Actor, John Thomson
UCLan Honorary Fellow and Actor, John Thomson

Alumni Achievement Awards

Know someone who has achieved great things after graduating from the University of Central Lancashire? Our Alumni Achievement Awards celebrate the achievements of our global University alumni community.

Nominate a graduate

Business support

Take advantage of our dedicated business start-up support for alumni. We’ve already helped lots of alumni set up their own business or become self-employed so get in touch to see how we can help you.

See what help we can provide

University Eye Clinic

Our alumni have access to the University’s state of the art Eye Clinic. Eye tests starts at just £5 for a thorough eye test and glasses and contact lenses are available at very competitive prices.

Full range of services

Official UCLan merchandise

We have a wide range of University merchandise available to purchase

All your alumni questions answered

Giving to UCLan

Giving continues to play a fundamental role in the development of both the University and the students we serve. Give to UCLan today and make a difference.

Events at UCLan

We host a wide variety of events open to the public. These include performances & exhibitions, alumni, sport & outdoor events, public lectures, festivals & more.

Graduate Outcomes

The Graduate Outcomes survey is a UK-wide survey capturing the activities and viewpoints of some graduates 15 months after finishing their studies.