The University of Liverpool, also known as UoL, is a Public University, located in the city of Liverpool, Merseyside, UK. The University of Liverpool was founded in 1881. The University of Liverpool has a total enrollment of more than 22,000 students. Amongst these, more than 7,700 students are international students. It offers 400+ undergraduate and postgraduate programs with 100+ postgraduate research opportunities. 81% of the research is rated world-leading and internationally excellent. It takes pride as this university is associated with 9 Nobel Prize winners.

With 7,700+ international students on campus, 10,000+ online students from over 160 countries, and collaboration with 1,300 external organizations, the University of Liverpool has a global impact. It has invested 800 million GBP in teaching, research, and residential estate and is thus the UK Leader in widening participation.

University of Liverpool 2021 Rankings

  • As per QS World University Rankings, The University of Liverpool’s MBA program ranked #201+ in Global MBA Rankings.
  • Here are some ranks of The University of Liverpool as per the US News:
Category Rank
Best Global Universities #146
Best Global Universities in Europe #54
Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom #17
Arts and Humanities #147
Chemistry #172
Economics and Business #245
Engineering #177
Psychiatry/Psychology #191
  • Here are some ranks of The University of Liverpool as per the Complete University Guide:
Category Rank
University Ranking #33
Accounting and Finance #24
Business and Management Studies #30
  • Here are some ranks of The University of Liverpool as per the Times Higher Education (THE):
Category Rank
University Ranking #163
PG Business and Economics #251-300

Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
Establishment Year 1881
Programs Offered 400+ UG & PG
International Students 7700+
Mode of Programs Full Time; Online
Academic Calendar Semester based
Undergraduate Tuition Fee 17,400 – 34,550 GBP
Postgraduate Tuition Fee 17,050 – 27,450 GBP
Financial Aid Scholarships Available
Website University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool Campus

  • The main campus of the University is located in Liverpool City center and a Veterinary Science campus in Leahurst (Wirral).
  • The London Campus is situated in the heart of London’s business and professional communities with proximity to Moorgate and Liverpool Street underground stations.
  • The Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University (XJTLU) campus is housed in Suzhou Industrial Park closer to the east of Suzhou's historic center.

University of Liverpool Residence

These residences are as follows:

  • Pre-departure checklist before moving to UK is one of the most crucial aspects of studying abroad. Accommodation and travel in the UK are one of the important ones.
  • There are over 4,500 student rooms across student villages and city campus residences. Bedrooms are all en-suite with Wi-Fi connection, shared kitchen, bathroom facilities, and lounge areas.
  • Each residential region consists of laundrettes, outdoor social spaces, communal chill-out spaces, excellent restaurants, and a café at Vine Court. Room rates range from 176 GBP to 290 GBP per week.
    1. Greenbank Student Village- Home to over 1,300 freshmen students
    2. Crown Place- Providing accommodation to over 1,200 students
    3. Dover Court- en-suite accommodation
    4. Melville Grove- accommodation for undergraduate first-year students
    5. Philharmonic Court- 350 en-suite rooms with double beds
    6. Tudor Close- Home to approximately 100 students
    7. Vine Court- catered and self-catered accommodation for around 750 students
    8. Priority Rooms- For students with disabilities or medical condition 

University of Liverpool Programs

  • The University of Liverpool offers over 400+ undergraduate, postgraduate taught, and postgraduate research degrees; delivered on campus, and also at partner institutions.
  • 100% online Master's and Professional Development courses for international and domestic students are also offered.
  • The school offers some foundation and preliminary courses to students who do not have the appropriate qualifications for admission into their degree of choice. Once these foundation programs are completed, they can apply for the desired program.

The tuition and fees for some of the popular programs at the university is as follows:

Program 1st Year Tuition and Fees (in Pounds)
Master of Business Administration (MBA) 34,830
Bachelor of Law (LLB) 22,685
Master of Engineering 28,080
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science 27,690
Master of Arts in Architecture 23,205

University of Liverpool Application Process

Applicants can apply for the University of Liverpool admissions by June 30 for most of the undergraduate programs and on a rolling basis for postgraduate programs.

  • Application Portal:
    • Undergraduate: UCAS
    • Postgraduate: University Application Portal

  • Admission Deadlines
    Here are the application deadlines for Fall Intake 2021 at The University of Liverpool:
Application Type Deadline
Fall Semester August 31, 2021
  • Application Fee:
  1. Undergraduate: 25 GBP
  2. Postgraduate: Free 
  • Supporting Documents required for admission -
    • Original certificates
    • Official Transcripts
    • References
    • Personal Statements
    • English requirements: IELTS - 6.0; TOEFL IBT - 78 (UG), 100 (PG)

All applicants for undergraduate programs are required to demonstrate a good general education, which includes acceptable levels of numeracy and literacy, normally equivalent to at least grade C at GCSE in English and Mathematics. Individual programs, however, may have additional requirements

University of Liverpool Cost of Attendance

The estimated fee and cost of living per year for international students is tabulated below:

Expenses Undergraduate (GBP) Postgraduate (GBP)
Tuition 17,400 – 34,550 17,050 – 27,450
Accommodation 4,500 – 7,200 4,500 – 7,200
Travel (bus/trains/taxis) 0 – 720 0 – 720
Food 450 – 3,600 450 – 3,600
Mobile phone 45 – 270 45 – 270
Leisure/entertainment 270 – 1,800 270 – 1,800
Study costs (books, photocopying) 90 - 180 90 – 180
Laundry 0 - 180 0 – 180
Household bills 0 - 720 0 – 720
Gym membership 135 - 270 135 – 270
Total 22,890 – 49,490 22,540 – 42,390

Note: Fees for some courses vary markedly and may be different from what is listed above.

University of Liverpool Financial Aid

  • The University of Liverpool offers merit-based scholarships to international students. Some scholarships awarded to international students include:
    • Vice-Chancellor's International Attainment Scholarship: 2,000 GBP fee reduction in the first year.
    • University of Liverpool First Class Scholarship: 1,000 GBP fee reduction for each subsequent year of study.
    • Sport Liverpool Scholarships: 2,000 GBP
  • The external scholarships available to international students include:
    • Chevening Scholarships for postgraduates: Varied amounts
    • Commonwealth Master's Scholarship Programme for international students from developing countries with varying amounts.

University of Liverpool Alumni

The University of Liverpool has an excellent network of 219,000 alumni in 171 countries.

  • Benefits for Alumni:
    • Receive discounted rates on short courses and postgraduate degrees
    • Library access
    • 10% discount on English Language courses
    • Discount on fitness courses and facilities
  • Notable Alumni:
    • Wendy Beetlestone – United States Federal Judge
    • Sir Maurice Flanagan - Founding CEO of Emirates
    • Ali Hall - Co-founder of Sosandar womenswear brand

University of Liverpool Placement

  • The university provides an opportunity for students to combine their academic knowledge with practical experience through placement opportunities with Business, Public Sector, Voluntary Organization, or Cultural Providers.
  • SOTA300 is the workplace module offered to the students. It is also working with Sentric Music and Collective Encounters to provide amazing skills and opportunities to its students.
  • 90 % of its graduates are employed within six months of graduation. 
  • The Graduate Immigration Route is a pathway for all international students to transit into working professionals after graduating from a UK-based institution.
  • The average salary of the University of Liverpool graduate as reported by Payscale is 35,000 GBP per year.
  • Here are the program-wise average salaries of alumni of The University of Liverpool: 
Degree/Program Average Salary (in USD)
Bachelor of Science 67,000
MBA 90,000
Doctorate 94,000
Masters in Science 69,000
Other degree 73,000
PhD 101,000

FAQs

Ques. I am thinking of applying to the University of Liverpool, where can I find out if I can Study Abroad with my degree?

Ans. You can find all the information on our website.

Ques.What do I need to do for Study Abroad after applying?

Ans. There’s nothing you need to do now to apply for Study Abroad.

Ques. Am I eligible to apply for Study Abroad?

Ans. See our How to Apply page for details on eligibility.

Ques. When will I know if I have been successful?

Ans. All students will be informed of the outcome of their application after the release of the Semester 1 exam results.

Ques. I am a current University of Liverpool student, but I missed the application deadline. Do you accept late applications?

Ans. Unfortunately, we aren’t able to accept late applications.

Ques. I am currently Studying Abroad and have sent back the necessary arrival documents (e.g. Learning Agreement or Confirmation of Arrival). When will I get paid?

Ans. We aim to make all grant payments within 2 weeks of receiving your documentation.

Ques.I am a current University of Liverpool student abroad and I’m not sure what documentation I need to return and when?

Ans. A list of all the documents you need is available on the Handbooks and Policies page.

Ques.What all courses are available to international students?

Ans. The University of Liverpool offers 250 undergraduate degree programs in 21 subject areas, and 150 graduate degree programs.

Ques.How many students are enrolled in the university?

Ans. The University of Liverpool is home to more than 22,000 students.