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Summary
At Lincoln, from the moment the uni says hello, everything it does is geared towards giving you the best experience possible. On its beautiful Brayford Pool Campus you’ll find everything you need to live your best student life. Whether its award-winning accommodation, cutting-edge learning facilities, or a wide range of places and spaces to socialise in.

Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate82%Postgraduate18%
Study mode
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Full-time80%Part-time20%
Student population LARGE
- 15,001–25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK93%International5%EU2%
Student gender
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Male 45%Female 55%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
48th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000676 68%48th
3 -
Entry standards
/ Max 212127 60%82nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.10 78%42nd
1 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.98 74%66th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.39 39%75th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 33251497 45%95th
6 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 2226981 44%16th
1 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.315.145th
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Continuation
/ Max 10094.6 95%42nd
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10073.6 74%83rd
5 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10071.8 72%109th
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Subject League Tables 2025
Subjects ranked in the top ten
- Accounting & Finance
- Agriculture & Forestry
- Architecture
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Chemistry
- Classics
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Economics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Forensic Science
- Geography & Environmental Science
- Health Studies
- History
- Law
- Marketing
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Nursing & Midwifery
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Philosophy
- Physics & Astronomy
- Politics
- Psychology
- Social Policy
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
51st out of 103
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10084.4 84%51st
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Entry standards
/ Max 227116 51%62nd
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.02 76%77th
28 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.78 70%56th
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Continuation
/ Max 10092.5 93%63rd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10065.0 65%55th
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Going to university can open up lots of interesting, exciting, and even life-changing opportunities. There’s simply nothing quite like it. The University of Lincoln gears everything it does towards giving students the best experience possible. When you study at Lincoln, you can be confident that you are joining a university that places the quality of the student experience at the heart of all it does.
University is often the first step towards an exciting career, and Lincoln loves seeing its students succeed. Its courses are packed with features to help you develop the expertise employers are looking for. Many programmes are accredited by recognised and respected organisations, and include employability, professional practice, or work-based learning modules. These can help you boost your skills and help you on your way to your dream job.
All university-managed accommodation is either on campus or a short distance away, with almost everything you could need right on your doorstep. There is a range of affordable accommodation options to help you get the most out of your student experience, with prices starting at under £100 per week. Students have access to shared kitchen and dining facilities, social areas, free Wi-Fi, and residential support. 24-hour security is also available on campus. Rooms have been adapted for students with disabilities.