Lincoln College guide

Ease of entry

There were 86 applications made through Ucas in 2010, of which 69 applicants managed to secure places. Entry requirements for higher education courses at this college are flexible and previous work experience and apprenticeships are often recognised as reasons for admittance to a course.

Vital statistics

The college's Violin School at Newark has an international reputation and successfully attracts a number of international students each year. The college offers a range of Higher National Certificates and Diplomas, as well as foundation degrees in the fields of sports, health and construction management.

Famous Alumni

Mark Chaloner, squash player and Commonwealth gold medallist (1998)

Location

Transport links

Train: Lincoln Train Station is within a few minutes walk of the city centre and Lincoln College. Newark Northgate station serves students at Newark College and Gainsborough Lee Road station is the major station for students at the Gainsborough college and receives regular services for Lincoln. For specific details on journeys, including prices and times; check National Rail's Inquiry page.

Coach: Competitive fares and travel-card schemes provides students with value for money transport. The earlier you book travel, the cheaper the prices are in and around the city. Please see National Express for more details.

Bus: Click here for local bus timetables.

Air: The following airports can be reached within a one hour drive from Lincoln: Humberside International, the Robin Hood Airport in Doncaster and East Midlands airport.

Town attractions/ ambience

Lincoln is a city sprinkled with cultural delights. The historic Castle Square and the third largest cathedral in Britain help to transport visitors back to the medieval times. A stroll down the ancient cobbled streets will always turn up colourful boutique shops and quirky independent stores..

The high street lies at the foot of the olde-world style landscape and offers a range of amenities, including a typical selection of high street shops, cafes and juice bars.

Nightlife

There are plenty of modern bars in the city of Lincoln and nightlife improves year on year. The constant stream of new students and visitors mean that venues such as the Engine Shed are rarely empty. Students in the know recommend The Cloud Bar, The Glasshouse and Revolution as places worthy of night-time visits.

Facilities and finances

Accommodation

The college is unable to provide any accommodation of its own. However, it does assist those who are looking to secure a place to stay in the local area.

Options include: homestay arrangements with local families (meals included); a room within privately-owned halls of residence; or a room within a shared flat or house.

Local living costs

The college expects students to pay around ￡85 per week for homestay accommodation, between ￡60 and ￡80 for a room in halls of residence and roughly ￡50 per week for a room in a shared student house or flat.

Other costs

If not included in the rent, it is recommended that students set aside ￡5 – ￡10 per week to cover the cost of utility bills.

Education facilities

There are library and learning resource centres available at all three sites. Each facility is divided into individual, group and quiet study areas. Resources include over 55,000 books, periodicals and electronic and multimedia resources.

Sporting facilities

Sports and fitness enthusiasts will be pleased to hear that Lincoln and Newark colleges offer a range of facilities including fitness suites, squash courts and a multi-purpose sports hall.

Students' Union

The Students' Union campaigns on behalf of students and organises activities across all of Lincoln's campuses.

Other Campus facilities

Other campus facilities include: hair and beauty salons; a choice of eateries; a nursery and the Sessions Restaurant.

Contact information

Telephone: 01522 876000

Website: www.lincolncollege.ac.uk

Address: Lincoln College, Monks Road, Lincoln, LN2 5HQ.

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