University of Central Lancashire – in pictures

Darwin Building – UCLan’s Darwin building houses a suite of psychology labs, sports biomechanics labs and Europe’s largest 3D lecture theatre. Photograph: Uclan

MA-design – our postgraduate students frequently take on real life projects, responding to briefs from businesses and organisations of all kinds. Photograph: Uclan

Media – Adam Beazley – UCLan students get the opportunity to take part in global opportunities, broadening their horizons and undertaking life-changing activities, which frequently help both themselves and others. Photograph: Uclan

Aerial view – Preston – UCLan’s Preston campus lies just 5 minutes walk from the city centre, which has many lively pubs, cafes, restaurants and bars. Photograph: Uclan

Uclan building Photograph: Uclan building

Dentistry – In 2007, UCLan opened the first School of Dentistry in the UK for over a century. Photograph: Uclan

UCLan fashion students frequently win accolades at national competitions. Photograph: Uclan

UCLan’s state-of-the-art Media Factory houses leading-edge resources for digital media and performing arts students. Photograph: Uclan

New UCLan graduates enjoying their success. Photograph: Uclan grads

UCLan’s Harris building opened in 1897 – now fully modernised, it is now the home of UCLan’s Lancashire Law School and the Grenfell Baines School of Architecture, Construction and the Environment. Photograph: Uclan

World-leading stroke research is led by Professor Caroline Watkins, head of UCLan’s nurse-led stroke research unit - the only one of its kind in the UK. Caroline has recently been made a Fellow of the European Stroke Organisation, for the decade of ground-breaking research she has undertaken at UCLan. Photograph: Uclan

Biomechanics lab – UCLan’s biomechanics lab, where Professor Jim Richards’ work focuses on the clinical application of biomechanics, the development of new assessment tools for chronic disease, conservative and surgical management of orthopaedic and neurological conditions, and development of evidence-based approaches for improving clinical management and rehabilitation. Photograph: Uclan

Old Library flag market – the City of Preston’s cultural heart. Photograph: Simon Kirwan 2010/Uclan library

Library Oct 2008 – UCLan’s excellent library and resources centre offers contemporary study and research facilities and is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Photograph: Uclan

Matt Baker – Senior Lecturer Dr Matt Baker, who is pioneering research at UCLan into the diagnosis of cancer. Photograph: Uclan

Media Factory1 – the interior of UCLan’s ultra-modern Media Factory, housing facilities for performance, film and media and also business incubation – UCLan is the number 1 university in the region for business start-ups, with 77% still trading after two years. Photograph: Uclan

UCLan’s Professor Nicola Lowe, conducting world-leading research in the area of nutritional science, and Co-Director of the International Institute of Nutritional Sciences and Food Safety Studies. Photograph: Uclan

Nursing – UCLan’s nursing and paramedic courses are some of the most popular in the University, boasting excellent facilities, including a simulated, working ambulance. Photograph: Uclan

River ribble – Lancashire boasts some of the most beautiful scenery in England, including the stunning Ribble Valley. Photograph: Uclan river

Advanced manufacturing – UCLan’s advanced manufacturing labs offer excellent facilities for students and businesses alike. Photograph: Uclan

UCLan postgraduate students at work. Photograph: Uclan

Shopping cheapside – Preston enjoys a vibrant shopping centre, rubbing shoulders with sport and culture Photograph: Uclan

Sports Arena 5 – just a mile or so from campus, the international standard UCLan Sports Arena provides for a wide range of outdoor sports including cycling, athletics, cricket, football, rugby, hockey, tennis, netball and rounders, as well as offering a quality strength and conditioning room, an 18-station fitness suite and space for meetings and teaching. Photograph: Uclan

UCLan’s brand new Sir Tom Finney indoor sports centre, named after the famous England footballer. Photograph: Ulan seats