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British Guardianship at Lancaster University
Nominated Guardian for Lancaster University. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for Lancaster University? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at Lancaster University, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for Lancaster University start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at Lancaster University before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
Lancaster University is a public research university founded by Royal Charter in 1964 as one of the campus universities established in England during the 1960s. Its main campus is at Bailrigg, about three miles south of the historic city of Lancaster, on a landscaped parkland site close to the Lake District and the Lancashire coast.
Lancaster is a collegiate university: every student belongs to one of nine colleges, eight for undergraduates and one for postgraduates, which provide accommodation, welfare support and a social community. The university has around 29,000 students worldwide, of whom roughly one third study for Lancaster degrees at partner locations overseas. Teaching and research are organised into four faculties covering Arts and Social Sciences, Health and Medicine, Science and Technology, and the Lancaster University Management School. Lancaster holds a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, awarded in both 2017 and 2023, and is a member of the N8 Research Partnership of research-intensive universities in the north of England. Research strengths include physics, environmental science, sustainable energy, end-of-life care and interdisciplinary work.
Information for International Students
Lancaster has students from more than 130 countries and an expert Visa and Immigration team that supports applicants throughout the Student visa process. A Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) is issued electronically once an applicant holds an unconditional offer and has supplied passport details, and the team also advises on ATAS certificates and registration requirements.
Most undergraduate programmes typically require IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component, with higher scores for some subjects. Pre-sessional English programmes are offered in several formats, including a 10-week course available on campus or online, a 4-week on-campus course and a 5-week online course.
Foundation and pre-master's pathway programmes are delivered on campus at the Lancaster University International Study Centre, operated in partnership with INTO, with progression to Lancaster degrees. During the main arrival period the university runs an airport collection service for international students, followed by Welcome Week activities that introduce students to their department and college. Buddy schemes offer additional support during the first weeks. Graduates may be eligible for the UK Graduate Route after completing their studies.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official Lancaster University website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with Lancaster University is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for Lancaster University start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. Lancaster University may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of Lancaster University and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by Lancaster University. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official Lancaster University website for the latest university information and details.
