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Lakes College

Workington, United Kingdom • Founded 1916

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: lcwc.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Lakes College
Founded: 1916
Institution Type: College

Lakes College stands as a college founded in 1916. It operates from Workington, United Kingdom as a higher-education provider.

Lakes College runs a focused programme catalogue.

Location & Contact

Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for Lakes College are listed below.

Phone: 01946 839 300
Email: info@lcwc.ac.uk
Social Media:

Programs Offered

Lakes College's programme list, with search and degree-level grouping.

21 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 4 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

These scholarships are open to students studying in the United Kingdom and may apply to programmes at Lakes College.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Lakes College

A short guide to applying to Lakes College — five steps.

  1. 1
    Find a programme that fits your goals

    Lakes College's catalogue includes 21 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Confirm you meet the requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Lakes College's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Assemble your application package

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit your application

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Lakes College as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Lakes College's own admissions portal at www.lcwc.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Contact admissions and follow up

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. You can reach the institution by email at info@lcwc.ac.uk or by phone at 01946 839 300. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lakes College

Quick answers to common questions about Lakes College.

When did Lakes College open?

Lakes College traces its founding to 1916 (approximately 110 years ago).

In which city is Lakes College?

Lakes College is based in Workington, United Kingdom.

How do I find Lakes College online?

Lakes College's official website is www.lcwc.ac.uk.

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