Welcome and arrival information
Starting university soon? 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.
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Everything you need to know
There’s a lot to remember when starting university, but we’re here to make the transition as smooth as possible. Use our checklist and take a look at the links below to make sure you have everything covered before you join us.
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.
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Worried about making friends at uni?
We've teamed up with Umii, an app which matches you with other UCLan students based on your interests, course and societies. It makes it super easy to connect, start conversations and develop friendships together.
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For those already here, we hope you are settled into university life and enjoying your time with us. If you have any questions about timetabling, student finance or anything else, our team is here to help you. Call us on 01772 891828.
Our student support
We're here for you
From asking where to find information to dealing with personal difficulties, we’ve got you covered. Our dedicated teams are here to help. If you're a current student, visit our Student Support Hub.
Student living costs
Considering university and concerned about finances? We're the most affordable uni in the country according to The Times (2023). Discover how to manage your finances and explore the support available.
Visit our cost of living support hubHow to find us
Directions and travel advice to help you find our campuses.Getting to Preston Campus
With fantastic transport links, visiting our Preston Campus is a simple and stress-free experience. Here are some directions to help you find us.
Getting to Burnley Campus
Our compact Burnley Campus is easily accessible by car or public transport. Here are some directions and travel advice to help you find us.
Getting to Westlakes Campus
Our picturesque Westlakes Campus in Cumbria is located near Whitehaven. Here are some directions and travel advice to help you find us.
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Arriving in the UK
We recommend that you read our arrival guidance before travelling to the UK. This includes advice on what to bring, what to expect at the airport, and traveling to campus.
Got a question?
Browse our new students' most frequently asked questions. If you can't find an answer to your question here, then do please contact us and we will do our very best to help.
Information for partner students
On this page, you'll find a variety of information that will help you to make the most of your time studying with us. From information on how to register right through to welcome week.