The next step in your educational journey begins at Lancaster University, where bold ideas come to life in our dynamic community of academics and students. The University is reflective of the spirit of the north of England – ambitious, enterprising and driven to challenge the status quo.
As an online student at Lancaster, you will become immersed in a career-centric curriculum that’s packed with practical, hands-on learning experiences that translate directly to your professional growth. We believe an exceptional educational experience should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we are committed to eliminating barriers to quality education, ensuring you receive the value of a globally recognised university at a competitive price.
If you are ready to unlock your potential and positively disrupt the industries and organisations where you work, join the Lancaster community and let’s transform tomorrow with your new degree, today.
Go from academic theory to real-world artificial intelligence (AI) and natural language processing (NLP) applications with a career-focused programme. Master in-demand data science applications including Python, Hadoop, Spark and PyTorch.
Sharpen your expertise and learn to tackle the global market’s most pressing financial challenges. Explore sustainability, AI, investment, and globalisation strategies — while building the leadership skills essential for business success.
Deepen your management skills and learn to drive transformation through strategic, ethical and innovative decision-making. Study sustainability, data analytics, finance and other business-critical subjects needed to collaborate and lead in global business environments.
Hone your mastery of marketing and prepare to flourish in an exciting and dynamic field, whether you have a background in marketing or not. Prioritise inclusivity, sustainability and AI literacy in marketing strategy while enhancing your professional skills.
Lancaster University approaches the admissions process holistically, taking into account your academic achievements, work experience and goals. We are currently accepting applications for our MSc Data Science, MSc Global Finance, MSc in Management and Business and MSc Marketing programmes.
No application fees or standardised test scores required.
Review the application requirements and upcoming cohort deadlines.
Take your next step towards a rewarding career with a master’s degree from Lancaster University. Discover why we’re consistently ranked among the top academic institutions in the UK: number 10 in the Complete University Guide 2025, number 12 in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, and number 11 in The Guardian University Guide 2025.
The online learning experience at Lancaster blends live collaboration with independent study. Weekly sessions connect you with academics and fellow students, while prerecorded lectures, interactive assignments and digital resources allow you to complete independent study when it’s convenient for you.
Our programmes deliver career-centric curricula that are packed with practical, hands-on learning experiences. You will graduate equipped with specialised, in-demand skills that are sought after by today’s employers.
We offer a robust portfolio of academic, social and wellbeing services to help you manage the challenges of university life. From the support from your academic adviser to our 170,000 graduate-strong Alumni Network, you are a valued member of the Lancaster community.
Uncover your career edge with a suite of tools, including CV templates, job boards and workshops to help you explore career options, find relevant positions and work towards a fulfilling career.
Our close-knit academic community is bolstered by dedicated teaching staff who aren’t just lecturers – they work closely with students throughout the programme, sharing their expertise to empower students like you to become subject-matter experts who can be a catalyst for meaningful change where you live and work. Academics are actively engaged in research within their respective fields, advancing theory and applications that have real-world impact.
Pursue an online degree programme that equips you with the in-demand, applicable skills to turn your career ambitions into reality at Lancaster University.
