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If you have any questions about studying at Lancaster or life as a student here, our friendly Middle East recruitment team will help and answer your questions.
This page provides information and resources to guide your application journey as a student from countries in the Middle East.
Life at Lancaster
When you choose Lancaster you join a globally renowned institution. Our campus is the perfect place to experience student life. With quality accommodation options, world-class facilities, plenty of places to meet and eat and lots of opportunities to socialise and try new things we're sure you'll love your new home.
Student life
We asked some students from the Middle East to share their experiences of life at Lancaster University.
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Mohammed Alshamsi, United Arab Emirates
I chose Lancaster because of its amazing reputation. Once here I discovered many meaningful reasons to love it. I enjoy the environment Lancaster provides, and the departments always try to help as much as possible. Now, it feels like home.
Khatoon Alsabah, Bahrain
It’s definitely a diverse place to study. Going to my lectures and networking events at the Lancaster Management School I am surrounded by so many inspirational women. I have a strong community of female peers and friends and there are many inspirational women teaching and leading at Lancaster.
Settling in
As an international student, you might wonder how life in the UK will impact your cultural needs and customs whether that's faith, food or finding a community that will welcome you. At Lancaster, we've got you covered.
Food options
On-campus eateries Pizetta, Wibbly Wobbly Burger Bar, Wok Inn and Friends Bistro all offer Halal options and all offer plenty of vegan and vegetarian choices. There's a small supermarket on campus with a small selection of Halal and Kosher products and supermarkets in Lancaster have plenty of choice too.
Faith groups
Lancaster University values inclusivity and diversity, offering a multi-faith chaplaincy open to all, including those without faith. The campus features separate prayer rooms for brothers and sisters, with men’s and women’s wudhu facilities. Students can use these spaces anytime for personal prayer or congregational events hosted by the university's active Islamic Society.
Mishal Alamr, Saudi Arabia
The Prayer Room on campus holds a special meaning for me. It’s not just a place to pray, but also a welcoming space with a small kitchen and even table tennis. As a Muslim who prays five times a day, having this dedicated area is invaluable. The people there are amazing, and it feels like home—a peaceful spot where I can rest during long breaks. It’s a place that truly humbles and connects people
Ramadan at Lancaster
Our students and staff share their experiences of Ramadan at Lancaster, and what the blessed period means to them.
Finding your community
At Lancaster, there are plenty of opportunities to find your people. You'll have a ready-made community in your college and plenty of opportunities to meet others through the hundreds of societies. Lancaster's Arab Society is a great place to meet people who share your culture. They hold regular meet and greets, socials, cultural events and outings.
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Application information
All full time undergraduate applications should be made through the UCAS website.
As part of the application, you will need to enter your personal details, previous and current qualifications, an academic reference, and a personal statement. Below, you'll find information on how to apply as a student from Middle Eastern territories like Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
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Our course pages give information on the exact grades we require. These will vary according to your chosen degree scheme.
Undergraduate
Saudi Arabia Tawjihiyah
The Tawjihiyah is not sufficient for entry; applicants must complete an additional qualification such as a Foundation Year.
Applicants with A levels, International Baccalaureate Diploma or Indian Standard XII may be eligible for direct entry and should check course pages for more information.
Postgraduate
You should check your specific course page to find your specific entry requirements but you will likely need to have completed a Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification. Below, you'll see some guidance on equivalent grades for students applying from Saudi Arabia.
We consider a Bachelor's degree from Saudi Arabia as equivalent to a UK Bachelor's Honours degree
| Qualification or institution type | 1st | 2:1 | 2:2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage Scale | 85% | 75% | 70% |
| Grade Scale out of 4.0 | 3.5/4.0 | 3.0/4.0 | 2.8/4.0 |
| Grade Scale out of 5.0 | 4.5/5.0 | 3.5/5.0 | 3.0/5.0 |
Postgraduate research degrees may have further academic requirements.
If your first language is not English, Lancaster University may ask you for evidence of a recognised English language qualification as part of your application process.
We have different English language requirements depending on your chosen course:
Studying at a UK University means you must pay an annual tuition fee. This fee covers the costs associated with teaching, examinations, assessment and graduation. Information about your tuition fees can be found on the course page for your chosen Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes.
Lancaster has a number of generous scholarships available for students from Hong Kong. You will be automatically considered for Lancaster's major scholarships when you apply external opportunities will require you to apply directly.
Foundation and pre-master's programmes
INTO Lancaster University offers a supported pathway to a degree from Lancaster University via a foundation or pre-master's programme.
Foundation and pre-master's programmes
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Supporting your future
You might not be thinking about your future beyond graduation yet, but we are. All of our degrees are designed with your employability in mind and our teams of experienced career professionals are here to support you in becoming an attractive candidate in the global job market. The careers service offers events, resources, volunteering opportunities and more. We even have specialist resources for international students to ensure that you are job-ready for the UK, the Middle East or anywhere else in the world.
Success for Emran Soltani
Emran Soltani, originally from Iran, graduated from Lancaster with a Project Management MSc in 2023. He now works as a Business Development Manager at Askam. Emran tells us about his experience studying at LUMS and how he has progressed in his career, and we hear from the company's Managing Director about how Emran has contributed to the business since he joined.
Alumni connections near and far
Lancaster University graduates are thriving in every sector you can imagine. A network with over 170,000 graduates, across over 190 different countries opens up opportunities for you to find career inspiration, build professional networks and gain valuable industry insights wherever you choose to settle after graduation. We have an active alumni community in the United Arab Emirates and with a strong shared connection like Lancaster, you can be sure that someone is rooting for you wherever your career takes you.
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Taghred helps to shape Saudi Arabia’s healthcare future
For Taghred Alghaith (PhD Management Science, 2013), tackling the challenges that face the healthcare system in Saudi Arabia requires all the skills she picked up at Lancaster University.
As Director General for National Health Economics and Policies in the Saudi Health Council, Taghred must plan long-term and short-term strategies and design policies to improve people’s quality of life and health standards. Healthcare reforms are a major focus of the Saudi government, and Taghred is involved in this important work.
It is no easy task. But in Lancaster University Management School, Taghred built a wealth of research skills and knowledge that mean she is well-placed to inform decision-makers in order to improve the health and well-being of millions.
Taghred has many fond memories of her time at the Bailrigg campus.
“I do miss Lancaster,” she says “You were able to feel part of a community. It’s amazing – it has been almost 10 years and I am still friends with the people I shared an office with and those I lived with. The great thing about the University was how it was designed and how it helped us stay together with friends for so long. Between my academic life and my social life, I was able to make friends – who I still have now – from Germany, from Kenya, Egypt, all over the world.
Find out more about Taghred's Lancaster experience and how it shaped her future.
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