OnCampus UK North is based at the University of Central Lancashire in Preston. Is it the ideal study destination allowing students to focus on their studies while offering close proximity to the major cities of Manchester and Liverpool.
Preston was named as the best city in the North West to live and work
Great location
1 hour to Manchester, Liverpool or Blackpool by train
Around 2 hours to London or Glasgow
In 2023, OnCampus students progressed to...
Preston was voted the most affordable student city
“ Preston is a very affordable place to live for international students.
Everything from food to accommodation is cheaper than other cities in the UK.”
Ha, Vietnamese UFP Business
Good Growth Index, 2023
Average student weekly rent £83, compared with over £150 per week in London, The Times 2023
Find your place at a top UK university
For many years, OnCampus UK North has connected international students with their ideal degree. Our students can progress to hundreds of different degree programmes at our trusted university host, the University of Central Lancashire, or to a number of universities further afield in the UK, Europe and around the world.
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Guaranteed progression
When you pass our programme, you have a choice of thousands of degrees at world-leading partner universities. If you are aiming for progression to the University of Central Lancashire, you’ll receive a conditional offer from them alongside your offer to study at OnCampus UK North.
Career focused
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Our programmes align with your career goals, providing work experience and industry connections through our partner universities. You’ll have opportunities to join our Student Ambassador scheme, become a Content Creator or a class Student Rep to help build your confidence, grow your friendship group and develop those leadership skills before you start your degree.
Personalised support
We ensure smooth progression to your degree if you choose to continue at the University of Central Lancashire, or our dedicated team is here to assist you to apply to other universities in the UK and beyond. We offer excellent accommodation options and expert visa support. When you start at OnCampus UK North you’ll have a fun-filled induction week helping you get to know the area. We’ll help you with setting up a bank account, registering with a GP and ensuring you’re fully settled in your new home.
I want to make a difference in the world. I’ll be able to study subjects here such as Nuclear Engineering and Environmental Engineering to one day contribute to reducing greenhouse emissions. I also love living in the UK, it’s a nice change from the hot and humid weather back home in the Middle East.”
Rehman, Kuwait UFP Engineering
Guaranteed progression to the University of Central Lancashire
Based on campus at the University of Central Lancashire, OnCampus UK North offers guaranteed conditional progression to a wide range of degrees across Business, Humanities, Engineering and Life Sciences from our Foundation programmes.
Students looking to study medicine or related health sciences degrees such as Veterinary Medicine and Dental Therapy can do so to the University of Central Lancashire with progression from our Medicine Undergraduate Foundation Programme.
For more details on the pathways to University of Central
100% of students receive a conditional offer from University of Central Lancashire
see page 10
93% pass rate in MMI interviews at UCLan (September 2023 cohort)
88% of students were eligible to progress to the University of Central Lancashire
For details on all medicine university partners available see pages 16-25
Lancashire
University Highlights
OnCampus is proud to work in partnership with the University of Central Lancashire to offer high-quality university preparation programmes for international students on the University campus. The University has a wide range of scholarships available to students who can demonstrate academic and personal excellence.
Student Futures Team
can help you research and plan your career, and put you directly in touch with recruiting employers.
No 1. for affordability
UCLan was voted the UK’s no.1 most affordable university
QS 5 stars
been awarded the maximum 5 QS Stars (Excellent) for our teaching (2025)
95% in work or study within 15 months of graduation
Ranked third in the UK for
the mental health support we give to
our students.
Ranked 11th in the world (out of 1,037 institutions) and 3rd in the UK (out of 53 institutions)
Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings
1828
The University has a long academic history which can be traced back to 1828
Working in partnership with a number of global brands
including NASA and the Harvard Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory
Esteemed academics
lead research active roles from Art (Turner Prize Winner and CBE holder Lubaina Himid), Forensics and Policing (Prof. Michael Mulqueen) and Midwifery (Prof. Soo Downe)
The Times, 2023
HUMEN 2022
HESA 2023
There is so much good practice across the university that we were able to draw upon in our award submission and I’m delighted our drive to continue to improve student experience and outcomes has been recognised”
Vice-Chancellor of the University of Central Lancashire Professor Graham Baldwin
Faculty Highlights
Studying Humanities
At the Faculty of Science and Engineering, leading academics and cutting-edge facilities tackle global challenges through research across diverse science and engineering fields.
1st in the UK for Creative Writing
Scholarships available to students who can demonstrate academic and personal excellence
Studying Engineering
9th in the UK for Construction
Surveying and Planning
Mechanical Engineering
students can take part in Formula Student — Europe’s most established educational motorsport contest
Studying Business
9th in the UK for Hospitality
Medicine and Life Sciences
Students studying the Medicine Undergraduate Foundation Programme (MUFP) have the opportunity to progress to the University of Central Lancashire’s Medical, Dentistry and Veterinary Medicine Schools which offer training to the highest UK standards.
The university has a state-of-the-art curriculum and facilities which include the Human Anatomy Resource and Learning Centres and Clinical Skills Suite.
Expert staff who
are themselves practising clinicians or junior doctors
8th in the UK for Forensic Science
Patient
contact from Year 1 (MBBS)
8th in the UK for academic support
(Medicine (non-specific) (compared with unis in the Guardian University Guide) 2023
Veterinary Medicine (BVMS)
Practical curriculum with clinical placements from Year 1
The MBBS is accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC) and listed on the World Directory of Medical Schools
Dentistry, Dental Therapy and Clinical Dental Technology students are taught alongside each other, training as they will practice in the future as part of the whole dental team.
Undergraduate Foundation Programme
This programme gives progression1 to Year 1 of a wide range of undergraduate degrees.
1. Choose your pathway: Progress on to over 100 degree options
Engineering & Physical Sciences Humanities and Social Sciences
Business, Accounting, Management, Marketing and Tourism
Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical and Software Engineering
Criminology, Cultural Studies, Law, Media and Television, Politics and Psychology
Biomedical Science, Dental Therapy, Nursing, Nutrition and Physiotherapy
2. Check your qualifications:
English Level: From 4.5 IELTS or equivalent, with no single component less than 4.0, for 2-semester UFP. An extended programme is available if you do not have the required English language level. This programme lasts 3 semesters and includes an English language module (ELPP) followed by 2 semesters of UFP.
Academic Requirements: Please visit www.oncampus.global for academic entry reqirements
3. Choose your entry point:
Undergraduate Foundation Programme
& Finance
We will teach you academic skills relevant to your subject area to fully prepare you for university study Dec
Expert guidance and support to progress to top UK universities including our UK North partners
“ My OnCampus Biology teacher was great. She studied Biomedical Science herself so has helped me gain a better understanding of how Biology is related to Biomedical Science and Research. I really enjoyed learning the subject in detail and I now have the practical skills ready to progress to my degree.”
Salma, Jordanian
Studying
UFP Life Sciences, applying for BSc Biomedical Science
2 semester Undergraduate Foundation Programme
for Humanities
Biology for Life Sciences
Modules studied
Medicine Undergraduate Foundation Programme (MUFP)
This programme gives students the opportunity to apply for Year 1 of the Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at the University of Central Lancashire, and the opportunity to apply to several degrees, as specified, at RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences, Ireland, St. George’s University, Grenada, and the University of Nicosia, Cyprus.
guidance and interview practice to prepare you for the medical school application process
Guaranteed MMI interview 1 at the University of Central Lancashire
1subject to meeting the specified entry criteria
I think OnCampus has given me a huge advantage and I’ve settled in really quickly. We can access the university facilities such as the library and sports facilities and we have hands-on classes in the Biology laboratories too. The teachers are really friendly and happy to help with any questions. The course materials are so easy to follow and my classmates are motivated which has had a positive influence on me.”
Ridita, Bangladeshi
English level required (IELTS equivalent) for progression (internal assessment)
Pure Maths with Statistics Chemistry for Medicine
Studying MUFP, applying to study Medicine 2 semesters
(6.5 in
and 6.0 in
Medicine (MBBS 5 years), Physician Associate Studies MPAS
Medicine (5 years) , Medicine (6 years), MPharm, Physiotherapy
5-Year Medical Degree (MD) Track
Doctor of Medicine (6 years) Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (5 years)
Degrees you can progress to
Undergraduate degrees you can progress to
Engineering and Physical Sciences Pathway
English Required OCTOE: 60% - no component lower than 50%
Pass Mark for progression: 40% in academic modules
BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering
60% in academic modules, Maths including calculus and physics is compulsory
BEng/MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Industrial Placement
60% in academic modules, Maths including calculus and physics is compulsory
BEng/MEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering with Pilot Studies
60% in academic modules, Maths including calculus and physics is compulsory
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering
BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering and Construction Management
BEng (Hons) Electrical and Electronic Engineering
BEng/MEng (Hons) Electronic Engineering
BEng/MEng (Hons) Energy Engineering
BEng/MEng (Hons) Fire Engineering
BEng/MEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering
BEng (Hons) Mechatronics and Intelligent Machines
BEng/MEng (Hons) Motorsports Engineering
BEng/MEng (Hons) Robotics Engineering
BSc (Hons)/MPhys (Hons) Astrophysics
60% in academic modules/MPhys 65% minimum in academic modules including Maths or Physics at 70% (both modules required)
BSc (Hons)/MPhys Physics
60% in academic modules/MPhys 65% minimum from academic modules including Maths or Physics at 70% (both modules required)
BSc (Hons)/MPhys Physics with Astrophysics
60% in academic modules/MPhys 65% minimum from academic modules including Maths or Physics at 70% (both modules required)
BSc (Hons) Architecture1
BSc (Hons) Building Surveying
BSc (Hons) Computer Games Development
BSc (Hons) Computer Science
BSc (Hons) Computing
BSc (Hons) Construction Project Management
BSc (Hons) Cyber Security
BSc (Hons) Facilities Management
BSc (Hons) Fire and Leadership Studies
BSc (Hons) Mathematics/Mmaths Mathematics 60% in academic modules. 70% in Maths Module
BSc (Hons) Quantity Surveying
BSc (Hons) Software Engineering
MComp Games
Development
1Students must successfully complete the University of Central Lancashire’s Art, Design and Fashion module
View full list of the courses you can advance on to
Business, Economics, Finance and Management Pathway
English Required OCTOE: 60% - no component lower than 50%
Pass Mark for progression: 40% in academic modules
BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance
BA (Hons) Accounting and Financial Studies
BA (Hons) Business and Human Resource Management
BA (Hons) Business and Management
BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
BA (Hons) Fashion Promotion and Marketing1
BA (Hons) Filmmaking
BA (Hons) Interior Design1
BA (Hons) International Business
BA (Hons) International Hospitality Management
BA (Hons) International Tourism Management
BA (Hons) Media and Television Production
BSc (Hons) Sports Business Management
1 Students must successfully complete the University of Central Lancashire’s Art, Design and Fashion module Students can also progress from the Humanities pathway
Humanities and Social Sciences Pathway
English Required OCTOE: 60% - no component lower than 50%
Pass Mark for progression: 40% in academic modules
BA (Hons) Asia Pacific Studies (Chinese/Japanese/Korean/Russian)
BA (Hons) Children, Schools and Families
BA (Hons) Criminology and Criminal Justice
BA (Hons) Criminology and Sociology
BA (Hons) Education and History
BA (Hons) Education and Psychology
BA (Hons) Education and Sociology
BA (Hons) Education Studies3
BA (Hons) English Literature
BA (Hons) Geography
BA (Hons) History
BA (Hons) History and Politics
BA (Hons) Human Resource Management
BA (Hons) International Journalism
BA (Hons) Media and Television Production
Students can also progress from the Business pathway
BA (Hons) Modern Languages for International Business
BA (Hons) Outdoor Adventure Leadership
BA (Hons) Philosophy
BA (Hons) Photography
BA (Hons) Politics
BSc (Hons) Psychology
BSc (Hons) Psychology of Child Development
BA (Hons) Religion, Culture and Society
BA (Hons) Sociology
BA (Hons) Sport and Physical Education
BA (Hons) Sports Journalism
BA (Hons) TESOL and Modern Languages IELTS 7.0 (with no component lower than 6.5)
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Psychotherapy and Counselling
LLB (Hons) Law (refer to website for further routes)
Degrees you can progress to
Life Sciences Pathway
English Required OCTOE: 60% - no component lower than 50%
Pass Mark for progression: 40% in academic modules
BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development
BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Performance
BSc (Hons) Archaeology
BSc (Hons) Archaeology and Anthropology
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
BSc (Hons) Clinical Dental Technology
50% in all academic modules and 60% in Biology Module/s. IELTS 7.0 in all sub scores must be achieved at point of OnCampus application. Satisfactory application and interview
BSc (Hons) Clinical Psychology
BSc (Hons) Dental Therapy
60% in all academic modules. IELTS 7.0 in all sub scores must be achieved at point of OnCampus application. Satisfactory application and interview
BSc (Hons) Football Studies
BSc (Hons) Forensic Psychology
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science
BSc (Hons) Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation
BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science
Available from year two, following interview and successful completion of year one of BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences
60% in all modules. Two year accelerated course only available at Burnley campus
BSc (Hons) Nursing with Registered Nurse (Adult, Children and Young People or Mental Health) via UCAS, with Maths and English GCSE Grade C or equivalent
Undergraduate degrees you can progress to with guaranteed progression* to a University of Central Lancashire degree or other partner as specified. *subject to meeting the specified entry criteria.
BSc (Hons) Neuropsychology
BSc (Hons) Neuroscience
BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
60% in all academic modules. OCTOE 70% with no component lower than 65%. Satisfactory personal statement and reference. Satisfactory interview if successfully shortlisted by the School
BSc (Hons) Physiology and Pharmacology
BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy
65% minimum across all subjects. OCTOE 70% with no component lower than 65%. Satisfactory personal statement and interview
BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology
BSc (Hons) Psychology of Child Development
BSc (Hons) Psychology with Psychotherapy and Counselling
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy
BVMS Veterinary Medicine Foundation Entry (6 years) IELTS 6.5 with no component below 6.0
MChem Chemistry
Students should study Chemistry and Maths modules on UFP
MBBS Medicine with Foundation Year (6 years)
70% in academic modules, OCTOE 70%, students must complete a volunteer or work experience placement and be successful at MBBS multiple mini interview
MSci Archaeology
Medicine pathway
MBBS Medicine (5 year)
Students must complete a volunteer or work experience placement and be successful at MBBS multiple mini interview
BVMS Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
BSc (Hons) Clinical Dental Technology
MPAS (Hons) Physician Associate Studies
65% in academic modules plus interview
BSc (Hons) Dental Therapy
60% in all academic modules. IELTS 7.0 in all sub scores must be achieved at point of OnCampus application. Satisfactory application and interview
BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy
Guide to Preston, Lancashire
The north of England is a cultural hub with music and sport heard and played at top level. It’s also home to the Lake District which is some of the UK’s most beautiful countryside and a number of world-famous cities including Liverpool and Manchester.
Preston is the best city in the North West of England to live and work in
Population of over 120,000+
Purple Flag Status
The city of Preston holds Purple Flag status and is the only place in Lancashire to meet the vigorous standards of the award.
Wide variety of cultural attractions
such as the Royal Albert Dock, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and the Lake District to discover.
Just over 30 minutes to Manchester by train, renowned for its Premier League football, incredible nightlife and shopping with global brands such as Selfridges and Harvey Nichols found here.
Take a walk and explore miles of picturesque canals that scatter Preston and its surrounding villages
Over 40 restaurants
within the city centre including Indian, Turkish, Italian, Japanese and many more...
The North of the UK is home to some of the greatest music bands
The North of the UK is home to Premier League champions Manchester City, Liverpool and Manchester United Compare the Market 2022 such as The Beatles and Oasis
Preston has been named the 2nd best city in the UK for graduates to live
Image Credit: Preston City Council
Accommodation in Preston
We will make sure you have a safe, comfortable environment to live in while you study with us. It is very important that you have a place to stay when you arrive in the UK and we have a number of fantastic residences available for you to book in Preston, all offering good value for money. The details below indicate the types of facilities available.
To find out more and to book your accommodation visit: booking.oncampus.global
Facilities include:
• Communal study spaces
• Bike storage
• Communal lounge
• 24-hour security and CCTV
• WiFi access
• On-site gym
• Garden and Courtyard
• Reception area staffed 4 hours a day
• Welfare support 24 hours a day
• All utility bills included
3–10 minute walk to OnCampus
Laundry Room Games Room
24-hour Security
Onsite Gym Bike Storage Communal Spaces
Next steps
Ready to take the next step? Visit oncampus.global for further information.
Gather your documents
• Transcripts & certificates
• Evidence of English Language
• Passport
Accept your offer
• Check your offer letter
• Complete any outstanding conditions
• Pay your deposit
• Apply for your visa
Get ready to take your place
• Review your pre-arrival information
• Start following your centre on Instagram
• Book your flight
If you require any additional documentation, our agent or a member of our experienced admissions team will provide guidance.
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