University of Lincoln

Lincoln, UK

QS World 2026 · #801

A modern campus university built into one of England's most historic small cathedral cities.

About University of Lincoln

The University of Lincoln teaches from a purpose-built, city-centre campus set directly against Lincoln's medieval cathedral and castle, creating a striking contrast between historic city landmarks and modern teaching facilities. It is best known for journalism and media, with industry-standard facilities and strong media-industry links, alongside business, engineering, a distinctive agri-food specialism reflecting Lincolnshire's farming heritage, computer science and architecture. The city itself is quieter and smaller than Nottingham, Bristol or Newcastle, with notably lower living costs and a close-knit student community. It suits students who want applied, professional programmes and genuine value in a manageable, historic city rather than major-city scale.

Why students choose it

  • A genuine flagship reputation in journalism and media with industry-standard facilities
  • A distinctive agri-food specialism reflecting Lincolnshire's farming heritage
  • Notably lower living costs in a historic, walkable cathedral city

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Typical entry grades

BBB (A Level)  ·  IB 28

Solid tier · indicative for the flagship courses below — always verify per-course requirements directly with the university.

Tuition (international, per year)

£20,000–£28,000/yr

mid tier for UK — figures are typical ranges, not this specific university's published fee.

Language of instruction

English

Campus

city campus, Lincoln

🏆 Scholarships to look into

Informational only — scholarship amounts, deadlines and even which schemes are running change often (sometimes per intake), so treat this as a starting point, not a guarantee. Always confirm current details directly with the scholarship provider or University of Lincoln's financial aid office.

Beyond government-level awards, most UK universities offer their own merit-based international scholarships — commonly a partial tuition reduction for strong A-Level/IB/IGCSE results, sometimes auto-considered from your application and sometimes requiring a short separate form.

  • Chevening Scholarships: UK government-funded, fully-funded, for one-year Master's study — highly competitive, open to students from eligible countries with leadership potential.
  • Commonwealth Scholarships: For citizens of Commonwealth countries, mainly postgraduate, funded by the UK government.
  • University international merit scholarships: Widely offered across Russell Group and other universities — typically a tuition-fee reduction for high entry grades, often renewable each year of study.

Chevening and Commonwealth are postgraduate-only. For undergraduate applicants, the university-specific merit scholarships are usually the more relevant route.

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Popular courses

Journalism & Media

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Portfolio / audition

Business Management

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Mathematics helps but usually isn't required recommended

Engineering

⏱️ Typical duration: Often 4 years rather than the country's standard Bachelor's length, especially where the programme includes an integrated Master's (e.g. UK MEng) or an industry placement year

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics + Physics

Agri-Food Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Requires two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths

Computer Science

⏱️ Typical duration: 3 years (4 years in Scotland)

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Typical entry: Requires Mathematics · TMUA / ESAT (top universities)

Durations are typical for UK — always confirm the exact length (including any placement or integrated Master's year) on the course's own page before applying.

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How to apply

Main intake(s)
September
Typical deadline
Late January (equal consideration deadline)
Note
Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry.

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0)

Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

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University of Lincoln FAQ

Quick answers about grades, tuition, deadlines and applying to University of Lincoln as an international IGCSE / A Level / IB student.

What grades do I need to get into University of Lincoln?

As a typical benchmark for international entry, University of Lincoln expects around BBB at A Level or 28 points on the IB Diploma. This is indicative for University of Lincoln's flagship courses — competitive subjects like Medicine and Law usually sit above this baseline, and the exact requirement varies by course, so always confirm the specific figure on University of Lincoln's own admissions page before applying.

How much does University of Lincoln cost for international students?

International tuition at University of Lincoln typically falls in the £20,000–£28,000/yr range (mid tier for UK). This is a typical range for the university's tuition tier, not University of Lincoln's specific published fee for every course — confirm the exact figure for your intended programme directly with the university.

When is the application deadline for University of Lincoln?

University of Lincoln follows UK's typical intake calendar: September, with applications generally due late january (equal consideration deadline). Oxford, Cambridge and most Medicine / Dentistry / Veterinary Science courses close earlier — 15 October the year before entry. Always verify the exact date on University of Lincoln's own admissions page, since deadlines can shift year to year.

What IELTS score do I need for University of Lincoln?

UK universities, including University of Lincoln, typically ask international applicants for 6.5 overall (no band below 6.0). Most universities waive this requirement if you've completed 2+ years of English-medium schooling (e.g. IGCSE / A Level / IB) — always confirm the specific university's waiver policy before booking a test.

What is University of Lincoln known for?

A modern campus university built into one of England's most historic small cathedral cities. The University of Lincoln teaches from a purpose-built, city-centre campus set directly against Lincoln's medieval cathedral and castle, creating a striking contrast between historic city landmarks and modern teaching facilities. It is best known for journalism and media, with industry-standard facilities and strong media-industry links, alongside business, engineering, a distinctive agri-food specialism reflecting Lincolnshire's farming heritage, computer science and architecture. The city itself is quieter and smaller than Nottingham, Bristol or Newcastle, with notably lower living costs and a close-knit student community. It suits students who want applied, professional programmes and genuine value in a manageable, historic city rather than major-city scale.

Can I apply to University of Lincoln with IGCSE, A Level or IB qualifications?

Yes — University of Lincoln accepts applicants from IGCSE-to-A-Level, IGCSE-to-IB-Diploma, and directly from the IB Diploma. Tutopiya's free UK University Shortlist Builder matches your predicted or actual grades against University of Lincoln and every other UK university we track, tagging each as reach, target or safety.

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