Top 10 Reasons to Choose Lincoln

The Guardian 2013 University Guide

The University of Lincoln is ranked amongst the UK’s Top 50 Universities in the Guardian’s 2013 University Guide. The University improved by ten places on last year’s position, moving up to 47th place.

The Times Good University Guide

The University of Lincoln has continued to rise up the Times’ university league table achieving the most progress of any institution over the last two years.

In Times Good University Guide 2013 the University of Lincoln is now ranked 52nd out of 117 universities in the UK, placing it well in the top half of all institutions in the latest edition of the Good University Guide.

The THE Student Experience Survey 2013

The University of Lincoln has risen into the top quarter of the latest Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey. Lincoln was placed joint 23rd out of 102 higher education institutions in the rankings, up from 66th last year. Students at Lincoln rated the institution particularly strongly for having 'Helpful / interested staff' and 'Good personal relationships’ between students and teaching staff. Lincoln also compared well in the categories 'Good environment on campus', 'Centralised, convenient facilities' and 'Good library and opening hours', among others.

Research-engaged Teaching

Lincoln leads the nationwide educational project Student as Producer which engages students through practical learning and experimentation in collaboration with colleagues and academics. The University was "commended" in the latest QAA Institutional Review.

World-class Tuition

We offer high-quality teaching often from world-class professors and academics with extensive business and industry experience.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

We have invested more than £140 million in the Brayford Campus, providing award-winning, state-of-the-art facilities and modern student-centred spaces located in the heart of a vibrant and dynamic historic city.

Accreditation

We are pleased to note the excellent outcome from the latest (2012) QAA Institutional Review

Many programmes, Schools and research groups have professional and academic accreditations.

Global Engagement

The University has more than 90 nationalities represented amongst the student population. We work in partnership with major universities around the world to extend our global reach. [Find out more about our global partnerships].

City Centre Location

Lincoln is a great, safe and student-centred city. Your graduation ceremony will take place in the stunning medieval Lincoln Cathedral - an extremely moving experience for you and your family. Find out more about Lincoln and the Lincoln Story.

Lincoln's close community nature means that most amenities are within a short walking distance of the University and there is no need for any other form of transport. How to get here.

Great Social Life

On campus our Engine Shed and Tower Bars host live music, comedy nights, socials, parties and balls. The Lincoln Performing Arts Centre and The Engine Shed have brought the UK’s leading performers and bands to the University.