Offer holders

Congratulations on your offer. We're excited to have you with us at the University of Central Lancashire.

Joining us from outside the UK?

If you're an international student and have applied to study with us, we have a dedicated page to help you.

International applicants page

Next steps

  1. Keep checking your emails for important information about your application, offer and next steps.

    If you have any questions about your application contact UCAS directly, or contact our helpful Admissions Team.

    You can email us or give us a call at +44 (0) 1772892444.

  2. If you have applied through UCAS, you can track your application on UCAS Hub.

  3. Once you have received decisions from all your chosen universities, you'll need to select your firm and insurance choices if you have applied through UCAS.

    • Firm choice: this is your first choice/university. It may be a conditional or unconditional offer.
    • Insurance choice: this is your second choice, and is your backup to your firm choice, in case you don’t meet the entry requirements of your firm choice.

    Deadline dates vary depending on when you applied/received your decisions. Please check your UCAS Hub (if you applied via UCAS) for your decision deadline date.

    If you have applied for part time or postgraduate study, please contact our admissions team. Contact us by email or call +44 (0) 1772892444

  4. You probably have a lot of questions about how you can prepare for university. We are here to support you every step of the way and want to make sure you have all the resources you need.

    When applying to university, you are sent a lot of letters and emails and some of the university specific language may be unfamiliar. Our FAQ section aims to answer our most common queries and help you in understanding your offer and the terminology behind it.

Enjoy a day on campus

Offer Holder days are the perfect opportunity to see what studying with us is really like. Take a look at course facilities, explore our halls and experience student life.

Join an Offer Holder Day

Life in halls

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Welcome to your new home

Become part of a thriving, welcoming halls community with regular events from the minute you arrive. Plus, there's a dedicated on-site residences team located on-site to support you throughout your time with us.

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Get to know our campuses

Become friends for life

Want to say hello to your future course mates before you join the University of Central Lancashire? Our closed Facebook groups give you the opportunity to get to know each other before you start.

Join your community group
Student stories

Hear from our students

My top tips for settling in at uni

skiran1Sunaina - Project Management, MSc
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My experience living in student accommodation

aefurnissAnnelise Ellen Furniss - Screenwriting with Film, Television & Radio, BA (Hons)
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Things I wish I knew before starting university

hkeaseyHarley Keasey - Theatre & Performance, BA (Hons)
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The day I attended my offer holder day was the day I realised that UCLan was the university for me. The facilities were amazing and everyone I met was so friendly and informative. I came away with all my questions answered and I just couldn't wait to get started.
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Charlotte Main
BSc Forensic Science graduate, progressed to MSc Forensic Science

Student guide to life at university

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Everything you need to know about uni life

Get a feel for student life on campus and in the city. From sports clubs and societies to student pubs and shopping, there's something for everyone.

Students' Union

Beyond lectures and seminars you'll have the opportunity to explore the other side of university life. Discover clubs, societies and make friends for life through the Students' Union.

Find out more

Support for our students

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We're always here to help

Our teams are dedicated to getting you any support you might need. We have a wide range of support available for many different circumstances, and we're always happy to lend a hand.

Contact us

If you have any questions about your application, our friendly Admissions Team are here for you.

Email our team

Telephone: +44 (0)1772 892444