About Bishop Grosseteste University
Bishop Grosseteste University is a small, Church of England-founded university in Lincoln, known for excellent student satisfaction, teacher training, and a supportive campus community with beautiful cathedral views.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 2,500 total students
- • 200 international students
- • 25 student societies
Location
- • Located in Lincoln
- • Public university
- • Established 1862
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Primary EducationEarly Childhood StudiesPsychologyEnglish
Student-Staff Ratio
12 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Education
Primary Education, Early Years, Special Educational Needs
School of Social Sciences
Psychology, Sociology, Counselling
School of Humanities
English, History, Theology
School of Health and Wellbeing
Sport, Health Studies
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: CCC-BBC depending on course
Alternatives: BTEC MMM-DMM, Access to HE Diploma
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK bachelor degree 2:2 or equivalent
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £13,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £110
- Food: £40
- Transport: £10
- Entertainment: £25
- Other: £20
- Total: £12,000
Campus & Facilities
Longdales Road, Lincoln LN1 3DY
Beautiful compact campus near Lincoln Cathedral with Victorian buildings and modern facilities
Size: 8 acres
Libraries
University Library
Well-resourced library with specialist education collections
08:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-18:00 (Weekends)
Sports Facilities
Sports Hall
Multi-purpose sports hall and fitness facilities
Student Services
Student Support
Academic support, wellbeing, and pastoral care
studentsupport@bishopg.ac.uk
Chaplaincy
Spiritual support for students of all faiths
chaplaincy@bishopg.ac.uk
Accommodation
On-Campus Halls
University-managedComfortable accommodation on the compact campus.
Cost: £100 - £135 (per week)
Single rooms • Shared kitchens • WiFi • Common rooms
Distance: On campus
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Apply through accommodation portal after accepting your offer.
Guaranteed accommodation for all first-year students.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 25
Teams: 10
Cultural Activities
- Welcome Week — Every September
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@bishopg.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1522 527347
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
85
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 72%
Further study: 14%
Unemployed: 7%
Average Salary
N/A
Top Employers
Lincolnshire schoolsLocal authoritiesNHS Trusts
Career Services
- Careers Service: Career guidance and support
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
East Midlands Airport
60 km • 1 hour by car
Public Transport
- Rail: Lincoln Central station has trains to Nottingham, Newark, and London • £30-£80 depending on destination
- Bus: Local bus services across Lincoln • £2-£4 per journey
Local Area
Historic cathedral city with medieval architecture, steep hill, and vibrant student scene.
Cost of Living: Low
Attractions: Lincoln Cathedral, Lincoln Castle, Steep Hill
Shopping: High Street, Brayford Waterfront
Entertainment: Lincoln Performing Arts Centre, Local pubs and restaurants
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: University website and official publications
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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