About OnCampus UK North
OnCampus UK North offers high-quality university preparation programmes for international students at the University of Central Lancashire. Upon successful completion of the OnCampus programme, students can progress to degree study at a range of partner universities.
Progression partners at OnCampus UK North
Learn more about the international university partners that OnCampus UK North students can progress to for degree study.
The home of the OnCampus UK North centre, students are guaranteed progression to the University of Central Lancashire.
The University of Central Lancashire is located in Preston, a vibrant city in the heart of North West England. Offering fantastic value for money, it has been ranked the most affordable university in the UK.
RCSI has a unique surgical heritage that is globally recognised for educational excellence and ground-breaking research.
RCSI has ranked number one in the world for SDG3 'Good Health and Wellbeing' in the Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2023.
St George's University (SGU), Grenada is a top centre of international education, drawing students and faculty from 140 countries to its campus in the Caribbean.
SGU students and graduates obtained over 1,000 US residencies in 2023, according to SGU placement data (June 2023).
The Medical School at the University of Nicosia (UNIC) is the first and largest Medical School in Cyprus.
UNIC graduates have a 99.4% employment rate and are working at over 200 medical centres around the world. Employment locations include the UK, USA, Canada, and other EU countries.

Our Programmes at OnCampus UK North
Your route to an undergraduate degree at a range of partner universities.
Undergraduate Foundation Programme (UFP)
Undergraduate Foundation Programme (UFP)
Prepare for a range of undergraduate degree programmes.
Medicine Undergraduate Foundation Programme (MUFP)
Medicine Undergraduate Foundation Programme (MUFP)
Prepare for Year 1 of Medicine degree study with our partner universities.
Why choose UK North?
Affordable living: Preston is one of the UK's most affordable cities for students, Voted 1st for Affordability (The Times 2023).
The North of England is significantly more affordable than cities like London or the South East. That means:
Lower cost of living (rent, food, transport)
Budget-friendly social life and entertainment
Great value for money on tuition compared to major capital cities
Significant cost savings:
Living in Preston can be up to 51% cheaper than in London. Here's a breakdown of typical monthly expenses:
Accommodation: A one-bedroom apartment in Preston's city centre averages £770, compared to £2,254 in London. mylifeelsewhere.com
Transportation: A monthly public transport pass in Preston costs approximately £78, whereas in London, it's about £205.
(Source: mylifeelsewhere.com)
The University of Central Lancashire has been awarded the maximum 5 QS stars for the quality of its teaching. UCLan was also awarded Silver in the UK Government’s Teaching Excellence Framework.
UCLan graduates are highly employable. Over 95% of University of Central Lancashire graduates enter employment or further study within 15 months. The university has strong industry links, including partnerships with companies like BAE Systems, Sony, and NASA. Awarded the maximum 5 QS Stars (Excellent) for employability, 2025
University of Central Lancashire has invested £200 million in transforming its Preston campus, offering state-of-the-art facilities such as the Engineering Innovation Centre and the £60 million Student Centre.

Welcome to OnCampus UK North
Hear from our students
Rehman
Omani
Salma
Egyptian
Fawas
Nigerian
Ha
Vietnamese
Why choose OnCampus UK North?
Life at OnCampus UK North
OnCampus UK North students study on the University of Lancashire's campus in Preston. Preston is a welcoming city in the friendly north of England, with great transport connections to other cities as well as beautiful local countryside.

