Lancaster University
A School of Computing and Communications home to the Data Cyber Quarter and a new £4m OfS-funded cyber security facility, alongside the National Cyber...
About Lancaster University
Lancaster University's School of Computing and Communications, based in the InfoLab21 building, offers degrees spanning computer science, AI, cyber security, networking and human-computer interaction. In 2025 the university opened one of the UK's largest educational facilities for training computer science and cyber security students, backed by a £4m Office for Students grant, including eight specialist teaching laboratories and a dedicated cyber wall for hands-on security practice. This sits within Lancaster's wider £19m Data Cyber Quarter initiative, timed to coincide with the arrival of the National Cyber Force in nearby Samlesbury — a development expected to create around 30,000 skilled cyber roles regionally. Students can also get involved with LUHack, the student-run ethical hacking society, and access on-campus office space used by more than 50 tech businesses since 2007.
Through Tech Industry Gold accredited programmes, Lancaster University provides learners with industry-relevant knowledge, practical experience, and strong career outcomes.
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Accredited Programmes
The following programmes at Lancaster University have been accredited by industry for meeting high-quality standards.
Why Study with Lancaster University
Train in one of the UK's newest cyber security facilities, right where the National Cyber Force is establishing its regional hub.
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