Liverpool John Moores University

Founded in 1823, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is ranked in the top 600 higher education institutions in the world (THE World University Ranking 2017/18) and attracts staff and students from over 100 countries.

A host of taught courses and research opportunities are available across LJMU’s five faculties:

• Arts, Professional and Social Studies
• Education, Health and Community
• Engineering and Technology
• Science
• Liverpool Business School

The International Study Centre gives international and EU students a direct route onto postgraduate degrees on completion of their pre-masters programmes.

The University was awarded silver in the 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework.

Over 96% of LJMU postgraduates are in work or further study six months after graduation (Higher Education Statistics Authority 2017). LJMU has close relationships with local, national and international businesses enabling postgraduate students to make useful contacts in their field. Industry experts join academics to deliver business-relevant course content, preparing students for life in the workplace.

The Careers Team operate out of Faculty-based Careers Zones. As well as Careers Advisers, you can also meet with an Employability Adviser in the Zones, who can offer support with job applications, personal statements, CVs, interviews, postgraduate study applications, placement advice and much more.

You can also pick up a range of careers information and resources in the Zones, including our annual, school-specific Career Planning Guides.

Over 6000 organisations have joined LJMU’s MyJobs&Placements website, a one-stop-shop for students looking for part-time work, graduate jobs, internships, work placements, voluntary work and much more.

The university's 130+ programmes are developed and delivered by leading academics whose industry experience enables them to combine real world insight with cutting edge theory.

With hubs in all of the main University buildings, the Students' Union offers a variety of events, clubs and societies open to all LJMU students no matter what their level of study.

Each year the University sets aside bedrooms for new postgraduate in several of the accommodation options offered to new students.

For those who want to live away from university accommodation, Liverpool Student Homes can help to find private rented accommodation.

Thanks to its continuing investment programme, LJMU has first class facilities across all faculties. The award-winning £37 million Redmonds Building, for example, is home to state-of-the-art film and broadcast facilities.

The Department of Maritime and Mechanical Engineering has some of the most modern maritime simulation facilities in Europe.

Liverpool has something for everyone and, when it comes to welcomes, you can expect the very warmest from the locals here. This friendly, multi-cultural city boasts a legendary music scene, great football, award winning architecture and unbeatable nightlife. From the green spaces of Sefton Park to the World Heritage dock areas and the numerous galleries and theatres, there is something for everyone in Liverpool.

The Students’ Union runs over 100 clubs and societies for students to explore and join, so whether you’re into cycling, want to try your hand at baking or simply want to bond with students, there’s a group for you.

LJMU’s Student Advice and Wellbeing team can give advice and guidance on everything from accommodation to money management and support for disabled students. There is also academic support available through a range of Study Skills workshops. 

The Doctoral Academy offers assistance to postgraduate researchers through a comprehensive programme of training, with topics ranging from project planning, information management, personal effectiveness, governance, communicating your research and career development.

Individual fees are detailed in the online course descriptions. You can search for your chosen course here.

Chancellor’s Scholarship (International Students): 

• Award Value – 100% tuition fee coverage for one year of postgraduate study. 
• Award Criteria – Competitive application. You must currently be studying in the following institutions: YPC Malaysia, Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT), Alam College, Malaysia.

Global Enterprise Award (International Students):

• Award Value – £6,000 contribution towards tuition fee for first year of degree course. 
• Award Criteria – Competitive application. You must be holding an offer of study for one of the following courses: MSc Wireless Communications, MSc Embedded Systems and IC Design, MSc Sensors Data and Management, MSc Electrical Power and Control Engineering.

LJMU Middle East and North Africa Scholarship (International Students):

• Award Value – £6,000 contribution towards tuition fee for first year of degree course.
• Award Criteria – Competitive application. You must be a national of one of the following countries: Egypt, Bahrain, Lebanon, Morocco, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, UAE, Turkey and currently be holding an offer of study on a postgraduate course at LJMU. 

UK-International Scholarships (International Students):

• Award Value - £6,000 contribution towards tuition fee for first year of degree course.
• Award Criteria – Competitive application. 
• Award Info – Students must currently be studying in a UK institution towards their undergraduate study or have graduated from LJMU within the past 3 years to apply. Other eligibility may apply. See LJMU website for details.

LJMU has many areas of particular academic expertise including Sport and Exercise Science, Engineering, Business and Education. All programmes are informed by extensive research and the University performed extremely well in the 2014 REF, more than doubling the volume of its activity rated internationally excellent or above. 

The School of Sport and Exercise Science has been named the ninth best department in the world and the sixth best in Europe in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU) 2017 for the sports sciences subject area. 

Individual entry requirements are shown on the online course description for each programme. You can search for your chosen course here.

Research is central to the student experience at LJMU and informs the curriculum at all levels.

The University is a leading research institution, with 96% of its research rated as international quality or better (Research Excellence Framework 2014).

Taught programmes on offer at LJMU lead to the following qualifications:

• MA
• MBA
• MSc
• MRes
• PGCE/PGDE

Many taught programmes at LJMU can be studied full or part-time, enabling you to complete your course over a short period of time or extend your learning duration to allow for work and/or family commitments.

Some LJMU programmes can be studied remotely via distance learning.

Taught Masters are available over one or two years to build on undergraduate degrees. Classes are smaller and provide an opportunity for students to build their independent learning skills.

A range of research courses are available including MRes, MPhil and PhD.