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Study in Germany & earn a U.K. degree
Lancaster University is the first public U.K. university with a campus in Germany. At Lancaster Leipzig, you will study in Germany and earn a university degree from one of the best U.K. universities worldwide. Lancaster University is a truly global university and has campuses in England, Ghana, Malaysia and in Leipzig, Germany.
Studying at Lancaster University Leipzig offers a unique learning environment and is based on the best out of both worlds: highest academic standards from the U.K. combined with career opportunities in IT and management positions in Europe´s strongest economy, Germany.
Lancaster University´s reputation
Lancaster University belongs to the best universities of the world. A Lancaster degree is internationally recognized and stands for academic excellence. Compare the latest rankings underlining the university´s strong commitment to deliver the highest standards in research and education:
THE World University Rankings 2020 #139
QS World University Rankings 2020 #141
The Times and Sunday Times 2019 #6 in the U.K.
The Guardian 2019 #9 in the U.K.
The Complete University Guide 2019 #8 in the U.K.
National Student Survey: Top 10 for student satisfaction
Times: International University of the Year 2019
Times/Good Universities Guide: U.K. University of the Year 2018
Did you know? Our Management School is quadruple-accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA and the Small Business Charter.
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Studying in Leipzig
Leipzig is the fastest growing German city (2019) and home of nearly 600,000 inhabitants. The city is also an education and economic hub of Germany with a long tradition in welcoming international students. Currently, there are 40,000 students living in Leipzig. The city is considered as one of the most affordable German cities for students. Lancaster Leipzig students have access to the libraries, public transport and student cafeterias. Guaranteed accommodation is available at BaseCamp Leipzig, which is one of the most popular student accommodations in the city.
Leipzig is rich in history. Did you know?
- Goethe wrote his most famous work of literature “Faust” in Leipzig
- Johann Sebastian Bach has lived and worked in Leipzig
- Leipzig is the home and starting point of the Peaceful Revolution which has led to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification Germany
- Leipzig is in “Silicon Saxony” which is Germany´s IT hub
Stay-back options
Combine Lancaster University academic quality, with a diverse and welcoming location in Leipzig that offers attractive post study work opportunities. Upon graduation you will have access to the German job market. As a Lancaster graduate you are eligible for the 18 months stay-back option to seek employment. Did you know that you can apply for the settlement permit after just two years?
Today, Leipzig has a strong and diverse economy contributing to the city´s prosperity. There are multiple international companies operating in Leipzig. Just to name a few:
- MBA
- BMW
- Porsche
- Siemens
- DHL
- Amazon
- and many more!
The German economy is the 4th largest economy in the world. The country has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the EU. The German economy is heavily affected by the shortage of skilled professionals and depends on skilled migration, especially in the area of IT and engineering.
Lancaster University is proud of its excellent results in terms of student employability. A Lancaster Leipzig graduate has the best chances to start a great career in Germany!
Study programmes offered in Leipzig
Lancaster University Leipzig offers the study programmes of the main Lancaster campus in England in IT and Management:
B.Sc. (Hons) Accounting & Finance
B.Sc. (Hons) Business Management
B.Sc. (Hons) Software Engineering
B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science
International Business Foundation Year
Computer Science Foundation Year
A Bachelor´s degree from Lancaster University Leipzig will qualify you to apply for any Master´s degrees in Germany or elsewhere.
| B.Sc. (Hons) Accounting & Finance | B.Sc. (Hons) Business Management | B.Sc. (Hons) Software Engineering | B.Sc. (Hons) Computer Science |
Duration | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years | 3 years |
Intake | September | September | September | September |
Tuition (EU) | 9,000€ / year | 9,000€ / year | 9,000€ / year | 9,000€ / year |
Tuition (non-EU) | 15,000 / year | 15,000 / year | 15,000 / year | 15,000 / year |
Application fee | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
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Campus | Leipzig | Leipzig | Leipzig | Leipzig |