Visit us

From Open Days to campus tours, there are plenty of ways to explore our Preston, Burnley and Westlakes campuses.

Visiting campus

Keeping you safe on campus

It's important to remember that we all have a responsibility for keeping each other safe. This includes cancelling any visits you have to campus if you have coronavirus symptoms.

Please ensure you are following the latest government guidance. This guidance includes taking regular Covid-19 tests to keep yourself and those around you as safe. You can do this by using a home testing kit, which you can get from:

If there's anything you're unsure of or have a question about then please email us.

Campus tours

Get a feel for our campuses and check out the facilities through our campus tours. Our campus tours are led by current students and offer a great way to have an informal look around.

University Open Days

Group of students walking through campus

Events at UCLan and beyond

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

Coming to a city near you

University exhibitions will help you discover lots of universities and colleges all in one place. You can ask all the questions you have and speak to current students too. Check out when the next event is taking place near you.

Find the next exhibition

Our Campuses

Preston Campus

Our Preston Campus is right at the heart of the city, just minutes away from its vibrant shopping centre, attractions and nightlife. It’s home to a thriving international community of over 38,000 students and staff.

Burnley Campus

As a student at our Burnley Campus you’ll get a fantastic learning experience together with incredible opportunities socialise and explore Lancashire.

Westlakes Campus

If you’re looking for a refreshing change of lifestyle and access to the great outdoors, you’ll love studying at our Westlakes Campus in Cumbria.

Visiting our Preston campus?

Download our Preston campus map.

Want to have a look around? Take a self-guided tour of our Preston campus with our Walking Tour guide

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