At the University of Central Lancashire, we offer a wide range of postgraduate research-based degrees. Our degrees are perfect for those pursuing an academic career and a future in research. You'll get the opportunity to contribute to the advancement of human knowledge and make a positive difference to the world.
In the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF), a government assessment of the quality of research across UK Higher Education, two-thirds of our submissions were recognised as world-leading or internationally excellent. This highlights our commitment to producing cutting-edge research and academic excellence.
Our longstanding mission to transform lives extends to every corner of the globe - from educating deaf students in India to solving crime and improving maternity care worldwide.
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Research and Knowledge Exchange (RKE) Institutes
Our Research and Knowledge Exchange Institutes, established in 2024, enhance the quality of our research environment and create more opportunities to achieve world- leading impact through their activities.