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The Foundation Building, 765, Liverpool, Merseyside, L69 7ZX, UK
Current courses: 213

The University of Liverpool

Merseyside, Liverpool

Contact The University of Liverpool

Phone 0151 794 2000
Fax 0151 794 2060
Web www.liv.ac.uk
Email [email protected]
88% Overall Satisfaction
12% Time in Lectures
30% Course Work
£8,068 Max Fee
£7,133 Average Uni Accomodation
£4,014 Private Accomodation
85% Go on to work or study
63% Employed after 6 months
£21,245 Average Salary
386 Average UCAS Points
193 Lowest UCAS Points
4% 1st Class Degree

Information

About The University of Liverpool

Address and Location

The University of Liverpool is set in expansive grounds in the centre of the city. Focus is set on the landmark Victoria building, a nineteenth-century gallery space and museum which serves to contrast against the modern facilities of the rest of the university.

Background and History

The university's roots date back to 1881, when the institution was founded as University College Liverpool. It wasn't until 1903 that college gained recognition as an independent university. Since then, eight Nobel Prize winners have studied at Liverpool, and the university has earned itself an international reputation for academic excellence.

Location and Accessibility

By Rail: Trains from all directions run regular services to Liverpool Lime Street. The station is a short walk to the main campus, along London Road and Pembroke Place.

By Road: To reach the university, stay on the M62 until it joins the A5080/A5047. From there the campus is well-signposted.

Accessibility: The majority of university facilities are wheelchair-accessible. For information on disability services please contact the university.

What's on Offer

BA, BEng, BSc, MEng, MArch, Mphys, MbioSci, Mchem, MESci, Mmath

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants typically achieve a minimum of 400 UCAS points. The university also looks for a basic standard of literacy and numeracy.

Accommodation at The University of Liverpool

University Accommodation

The university is able to guarantee accommodation for all students offered a place. Prices vary widely between self-catered, semi-catered and fully-catered halls.  

Private Accommodation

There is high demand for private student accommodation in the city's Opal Court, Prospect Point, Lennon Studios and Capital Gate areas. Considerably cheaper options can be found along Smithdown Road and Penny Lane.

Courses & Fees

Academic Strengths and Research Profile

Liverpool has an excellent reputation for the quality of its courses across the arts, humanities and physical, biomedical and life sciences. Over half of the university's research staff have been ranked as world-leading in recent Research Assessment Exercises.  

Tuition fees

Undergraduate courses currently cost £9,000 per year. Fees for international students and postgraduates vary.  

Financial Support: A variety of scholarships and means-tested bursaries are available to undergraduates and postgraduates. These include awards for sporting excellence. Check the university website for more details.

Facilities at The University of Liverpool

Academic Facilities

Alongside the two main university libraries, students have access to a virtual learning environment containing thousands of e-books and important course materials. Advanced learning resources are used in the many lecture theatres and classrooms and wi-fi is provided across campus.

Other on-site Amenities

The university campus is well-served by banks, a sports and fitness centre and various cafes and restaurants. The Guild plays hosts to high-profile concerts and is a favourite student hang-out.

Medical and Social Care

Liverpool offers a high standard of student healthcare, with a main facility at Brownlee Group Practice. The university welcomes all faiths and provides prayer rooms across campus.  

What's on in the Area

Liverpool's galleries are home to several masterworks of art many excellent museums. As is to be expected, the choices for evening entertainment are many, for live dance and art students can visit the Bluecoat or stay on-campus and enjoy live music at the university Guild.

Moving On

The Liverpool Careers and Employability Service has won awards for its advice and support services. Alongside CV workshops and help completing application forms, the university has well-established links with local business and is able to offer a variety of work placement opportunities. Job fairs are held regularly, giving students the chance to speak with potential recruiters.

Did you know?

Sir Winston Churchill, Sir David Attenborough, Dame Beryl Bainbridge and Melvyn Bragg have all been awarded honorary degrees by the University of Liverpool. Former students include poet laureate Carol Ann Duffy, DJ Nick Grimshaw and TV presenter Jon Snow.

Is Liverpool University the place for you?

If your budget is low but your academic ambition high, economical Liverpool makes an excellent choice for study. Especially excellent are the university's courses in the health sciences, law and architecture. The university is a large one, however. For something smaller, try theUniversity of Buckingham or University of Wales, Lampeter.
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Courses

BDS (Hons) Dental Surgery BDS

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Dental Surgery BDS course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BN (Hons) Nursing BN

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Nursing BN course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance with a Year in Industry

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Accounting and Finance with a Year in Industry course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Accounting and Finance

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Accounting and Finance course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Ancient History and Archaeology

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Ancient History and Archaeology course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Archaeology

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Archaeology course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Ancient History

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Ancient History course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Archaeology of Ancient Civilisations

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Archaeology of Ancient Civilisations course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Architecture

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Architecture course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Economics

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Economics course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Management

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Management course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Studies and Hispanic Studies BA

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Studies and Hispanic Studies BA course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Management with a Year in Industry

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Management with a Year in Industry course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Economics with a Year in Industry

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Economics with a Year in Industry course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Studies and French BA

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Studies and French BA course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Studies and German BA

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Studies and German BA course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Business Studies and Italian BA

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Business Studies and Italian BA course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Criminology

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Criminology course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Classics

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Classics course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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BA (Hons) Classical Studies

Merseyside, Liverpool
Type: Full Time

Classical Studies course is provided by The University of Liverpool and is available Full Time, you can visit The University of Liverpool website to find out more information and how to apply.

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