University of Lancashire
Research at the University of Lancashire addresses major global, societal, technological, environmental and healthcare challenges. Researchers collaborate across disciplines, working with industry, government, healthcare providers, community organisations and international partners to create real-world impact.
The University's research activity is organised through specialist Research and Knowledge Exchange (RKE) Institutes that bring together expertise from across disciplines.
Nuclear engineering and computational mechanics.
Advanced engineering, manufacturing, robotics and digital technologies.
Artificial intelligence, computing, cybersecurity and digital innovation.
Biomedical, pharmaceutical, clinical and healthcare research.
Health improvement, wellbeing and public health research.
Justice, policing, law, security and social policy.
Creative practice, culture, heritage and community engagement.
Business innovation, entrepreneurship and organisational development.
Astrophysics, cosmology, space science and astronomy.
Research into healthcare innovation, public health, clinical practice, rehabilitation, mental health and patient outcomes.
Artificial intelligence, computer vision, cybersecurity, machine learning, data science and digital transformation.
Robotics, automation, aerospace, sustainable engineering and industrial innovation.
Cosmology, galaxy evolution, planetary science and space exploration.
Policing, forensic science, cybercrime, legal studies and safeguarding.
Entrepreneurship, sustainability, leadership, management and organisational innovation.
Arts, media, cultural heritage, digital storytelling and community engagement.
Climate resilience, sustainable development, environmental management and community transformation.
Psychology, education, social policy, migration, identity and community wellbeing.
University of Lancashire researchers work closely with industry, healthcare providers, public services and international organisations to ensure that research findings lead to practical solutions and measurable benefits.
The University offers PhD, Professional Doctorate, MRes and MSc by Research programmes across a broad range of disciplines. Research students benefit from specialist facilities, expert supervision, interdisciplinary collaboration and international partnerships.