Student life at OnCampus UK North

The University of Central Lancashire is a modern university with a strong tradition and a truly international focus, located in the heart of Preston, a small but vibrant city in the North of England.

The city's close proximity to hubs such as Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield means there are lot of things to do as a student and its location also helps increase the employment prospects of UCLan graduates.

Life on the campus

As a student at OnCampus UK North, you will have access to the same facilities and services as UCLan students. This means you'll be a part of the university from day one!

Living in Preston

Preston has a large student population, with 40,000 students living there. It has also been voted one of the best city in the North West to live and work by PWC 2022.

The cost of living is very low, and The Times named UCLan the most affordable university in the UK last year. The city offers lots of history and green spaces such as parks, as well as access to other, bigger cities and beautiful local countryside such as the Pennine Moors, for those who love the outdoors.

Students wishing to travel during their time in the UK are well-catered for in Preston. Sitting on the West Coast mainline, there are frequent and fast trains to London, Edinburgh and Glasgow, as well as regular and direct services to 12 of the UK's largest cities, including Manchester, Liverpool and Birmingham.

Learn more about life in Preston in our location guide.

Accommodation

At OnCampus, we understand the importance of having a safe and welcoming place to live while you study. We are proud to offer accommodation options in a number of student locations that are designed with international students in mind.

There are around 2,200 rooms available in UCLan halls of residence for first-year students. The halls are either owned or leased by UCLan, and are located within or very close to the heart of the main campus.

All University halls are self-catering and the prices include all fuel and water bills. Students will receive free internet access in all halls owned or leased by UCLan. Every bedroom in UCLan's accommodation also has a study desk and chair, chest of drawers, wardrobe and wash basin.

Rent for university accommodation at UCLan is among the cheapest in the country.

To discover your OnCampus UK North accommodation options and find the location suitable for you, visit our booking site.