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Postgraduate Study

Where Will Your Curiosity Lead?

Lincoln is a unique place to live and learn. It's where curiosity and collaboration take centre stage; a place where students feel at home and are able to achieve their goals and aspirations as part of a welcoming and supportive community.

Our blend of exciting postgraduate programmes, world-leading researchers, expert academics, and high-quality facilities provides you with a wealth of opportunities to expand your knowledge and unlock your full potential. Where will your curiosity lead you?

Why Choose Lincoln

Ranked 2nd in the UK for Postgraduate at the WhatUni Student Choice Awards 2024

The chance to work with internationally recognised academics and researchers

Ranked in the top 10 in the UK for postgraduate support in the Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024

79% internationally excellent or world-leading research in the REF 2021

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Saturday 8 March

Postgraduate Open Day

Join us to celebrate Lincoln's inspiring academics at our Open Day on International Women's Day. Explore our industry-relevant programmes, tour our stunning Brayford Pool Campus, speak to our support teams, and get expert advice on funding your postgraduate studies.

Choosing a Route

On-campus postgraduate study at Lincoln is divided into two areas: taught and research programmes. What type of programme is right for you depends on a number of factors, including your current stage of study and your career aspirations.

Taught Programmes

Our taught programmes are structured in a similar way to undergraduate study, with a set timetable of lectures and seminars. The courses include taught modules that are individually assessed, and an individual research-based project supervised by an academic with expertise in the subject. Full-time programmes normally take 12 months to complete. Some programmes are conversion courses, so you can explore a completely new subject without prior study in the area. Find out more on our course pages or by contacting the Postgraduate Team.

Research Degrees

For students wanting to focus on a specific area of study and make an original contribution to knowledge, we offer a range of research degrees, including an MA/MSc by Research, MPhil, and PhD. A significant proportion of your time will be spent in independent study during these programmes, and your research is conducted under the supervision of experienced academics with specialist knowledge.

What is a Research Degree?

Postgraduate Prospectus

You can find out more about the University of Lincoln and the different postgraduate courses we offer in our Postgraduate Prospectus.

Flexible Learning Options

We offer a range of alternative and flexible approaches to study, including online Master’s degrees, short courses, and distance-learning programmes that can help to boost your career prospects and give you the opportunities to develop new skills.

Our Accommodation

All of our accommodation is either on campus or a short distance away, which means that almost everything you could need is right on your doorstep, and there are plenty of options to suit different needs and budgets.

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Discover Lincoln

One of the world's great historic cities, Lincoln is renowned for its fusion of old and new, seamlessly blending medieval heritage with modern city living. Set against the backdrop of this beautiful city, the University sits at the heart of it all on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront.

Applicants and Offer Holders

Already got your postgraduate application in? Visit our Applicants and Offer Holders page to find out what you need to do next and how we can continue supporting you throughout the process.

Find Out More About Postgraduate Study at Lincoln

Contact the Postgraduate Team

University of Lincoln
Brayford Pool Campus
Lincoln
LN6 7TS

pgenquiries@lincoln.ac.uk

+44 (0)1522 886644