...IF YOU WANT TO ENOUGH, YOU CAN ACHIEVE ANYTHING
Sir John Moores 1896-1993
LJMU is proudly named in honour of Sir John Moores, a Liverpool businessman and founder of the famous Littlewoods company. He embodied and upheld the values of honesty, integrity, equality, opportunity, and plain and simple hard work.
WE ARE...
OUTSTANDING
in the UK Uni Compare - UK University Rankings 2025 2nd
OVER 28000
STUDENTS
FROM OVER 123 COUNTRIES
AFFORDABLE
Liverpool is one of the most affordable cities for accommodation Unipol, 2023
Work placements ranked Top 20
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4th in the Northwest for positive student experience
National Student Survey (NSS), 2023
TOP 5
UK student city Student Crowd, 2024
96% of students employed or in further study after graduating
INDUSTRY LINKS WITH GLOBAL COMPANIES INCLUDING THE BBC, UNILEVER, ASTRAZENECA, CRODA AND LIVERPOOL FOOTBALL CLUB
WELCOME TO LJMU
STUDY IN THE VIBRANT CITY OF LIVERPOOL
Want to be part of an iconic multicultural city with a rich history?
Liverpool is a city of passion, from its iconic music and football to its rich maritime history. At Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), we channel this energy into exceptional teaching, cutting-edge facilities, and dedicated student support.
Join a diverse, ambitious community in one of the world’s most vibrant and multicultural cities. With strong industry partnerships, pioneering research, and sustainability initiatives, LJMU offers a dynamic learning environment. Liverpool’s global reputation— enhanced by its cultural heritage and digital innovation—makes it the perfect place for academic and professional success.
Our team is here to guide you through the application process. We look forward to welcoming you to LJMU and Liverpool in 2026!
Welcome to
AN INTERNATIONAL CITY
You will feel at home here
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BIG CITY, SMALL TOWN VIBES
Our city centre is compact, easily walkable, and well connected by public transport.
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A LEGENDARY NIGHT OUT
We’re a place that loves to party, with over 300 bars, a vibrant live music scene and club nights that go down in history.
We’re one of the UK’s top student cities* for so many reasons – how about we start with 10 of them?
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WE’RE CHAMPIONS OF SPORT
You already know us for our Premier League pedigree, but Merseyside is much more than our three professional clubs. We are home to a top rugby league team, an athletics club of Olympians, plus watersports centres, skateparks and much more in between.
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HUGE FOOD SCENE
Our culinary heritage runs deep - salt and pepper chips were literally invented in Liverpool. But if you still need to be convinced you’ll be spoilt for choice amongst our variety of food markets, thousands of restaurants, coffee roasteries, craft breweries and cafés galore.
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A WORLD-CLASS WATERFRONT
We’re famous for our breathtaking architecture, so much so that our Liver Birds are synonymous with the city – how many places can say that?
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ACCESSIBLE ARTS AND CULTURE
From contemporary art to street art, national theatre productions to grassroots plays, plus more free museums, galleries and festivals than any UK city outside of London, Liverpool’s arts scene has always got something good going on.
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MORE HERITAGE PARKS THAN ANY OTHER CITY OUTSIDE LONDON
When you think of a city you might not think of green spaces – but in Liverpool we do both with more than 250 parks and green spaces across the city.
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A STONE’S THROW FROM THE BEACH
Just a 30-minute train journey from the city centre we’ve got Crosby, Formby or Hilbre Island for spotting red squirrels, seals or just the ice cream van.
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COMEDY LEGENDS
We’ve got one of the most vibrant comedy scenes in the UK right now with clubs for big acts and emerging talent showing every night of the week. And with our famous scouse wit, is it any wonder?
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A WARM WELCOME
Ask someone about Liverpool and they’ll always mention the people, whether it’s our kindness, passion, energy or determination. Living in Liverpool –it means more.
LIVERPOOL OUR LOCATION
Whether it’s by train, car, boat or plane, you’ll find Liverpool accessible from almost anywhere.
There are major motorway links to the M62, M57, M58 and M56 and all are within easy reach of the city centre and LJMU itself. Liverpool is well served by public transport too, with a mainline railway station (Liverpool Lime Street) located right in the city centre, a National Express coach station, a ferry terminal and an underground railway. In addition, there are two city centre bus stations, taxis are cheap and plentiful, and, if you need to go over the river, you can always take a ferry ’cross the Mersey.
45 MINUTES FROM WALES*
Liverpool John Moores University is the #2 choice for Welsh students studying in England.
30 MINUTE FLIGHTS FROM NORTHERN IRELAND**
Liverpool John Moores University is the #1 choice for Northern Irish students studying in Great Britain***
TRAVEL
MANCHESTER TO LIVERPOOL 35min
LEEDS TO LIVERPOOL 1hr 26min
BIRMINGHAM TO LIVERPOOL 1hr 33min
LONDON TO LIVERPOOL 2hrs 1min
NEWCASTLE TO LIVERPOOL 3hrs 7min
GLASGOW TO LIVERPOOL 3hrs 21min
CARDIFF TO LIVERPOOL 3hrs 21min
ACCOMMODATION
HOW TO USE THIS MAP
Campus areas are highlighted for your convenience. City Campus highlighted in purple, and Mount Pleasant Campus is highlighted in navy blue. Accommodation sites are marked in pink.
CAN’T DECIDE WHERE TO LIVE?
The accommodation website can help you make your selection. Visit ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation to find the accommodation best suited to where you’ll be studying.
JMSU OFFICERS 2025/26
Miles Craven JMSU President
Erin Gerard VP Education
Josh Darley VP Activities
Each year, LJMU students vote on who should represent them at university. Four fulltime officers then lead your students’ union, representing and supporting your student voice.
A student officer leads the Students’ Union (SU). We work closely with staff in the SU and in the university, on campaigns and projects that matter to students. We also attend various meetings with the university, including with the Vice-Chancellor, ensuring that the student voice is heard at every level at LJMU.
Being a student officer is a once in a lifetime opportunity. The leadership, communication and campaigning skills you gain give you a solid foothold for the next step in your career.
The moment you become a student at LJMU, you become a member of JMSU, your Students’ Union. We’re here to represent you, support you and make sure
you have an incredible time at university.
• WE RUN 100+ STUDENT GROUPS
From sports teams to societies, there is a massive range of student led groups for you to choose from. Joining a student group will help you to branch out, meet new people and get the most out of your time here.
• WE RUN EVENTS YEAR-ROUND EXCLUSIVELY FOR LJMU STUDENTS
Get to know Liverpool and other students by coming to one of our regular, affordable events. We run events right through the year in some amazing venues, ranging from nights in the city’s biggest nightclubs, to cultural experiences and attractions across Liverpool.
• WE ARE HERE FOR SUPPORT, IF AND WHEN YOU NEED IT Our Advice Centre is an impartial, confidential academic advice service, open to all LJMU students.
• WE ENSURE THAT YOUR VOICE IS HEARD
If you’re passionate about a cause, we can help you be heard. If there is something you feel strongly about, we can help you get your opinion out there and make changes in a variety of different ways – from giving you a national platform, or the chance to make a difference for your course mates at LJMU.
JOIN THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY AND CONNECT WITH LIKE-MINDED INDIVIDUALS!
Our international society welcomes everyone, especially international students who may feel lonely when moving abroad. We provide a safe space where you can meet people from different cultures who are going through the same experience. Our goal is to ensure that all international students have the best possible university experience. We meet twice a week for various activities, such as study groups,film nights trips to nearby cities, coffee meetups and much more. Our society is perfect for international students to make new friends and experience new cultures.
Our Student Communities provide a platform for you to find other likeminded people at LJMU. They are student-led groups that aim to empower others, help JMSU improve student experience, build a sense of belonging at university and to improve liberation, equality and inclusion. Each community group hosts events, makes positive change, and most of all provides the opportunity for students to have fun at university!
GYM MEMBERSHIP
Join one of the most affordable gyms in the country.
• Latest Technogym cardio and strength-training machines
• Based right in the centre of campus so you’ll never miss a workout again
• Loads of classes – from pilates, to HIIT, to spin and more!
PLAY MEMBERSHIP
Participate in a range of leagues, tournaments and social gatherings designed for all skill levels and enjoy discounted facility hire. Free off-peak swimming is also included.
• Over 50 competitive sports teams
• Skill levels from elite athletes to complete
ACTIVE LJMU MEMBERSHIP
Get the best of both worlds with a combination of the Gym and Play memberships at a discounted price.
• Take your game to the next level and get the best of both worlds for a discounted price
FEES and SCHOLARSHIPS
INTERNATIONAL TUITION FEES*
LABORATORY based: £18,250 CLASSROOM based: £17,750
LLM Master of Laws
£17,250
MSc Digital Marketing
£17,250
MSc International Business and Management
£17,250
MSc Investment and Finance
£17,250
MSc Management
£17,250
MSc Management and Digital Business
£17,250
MA Strategic People Management and Practice
£17,250
MSc Supply Chain, Logistics and Management
£17,250
MSc Public Health (Addictions, International)
£17,250
BSc and MSc Nursing (Adult, Child, Mental Health)
£19,000
MSc Cosmetic Science
£20,000
MPharm Pharmacy
£21,000
MSc Clinical Exercise Physiology
£22,000
MSc Sport and Clinical Biomechanics
£22,000
MSc Sport Nutrition
£22,000
MSc Sport Physiology and Performance
£22,000
MSc Sport Psychology
£22,000
MSc Strength and Conditioning
£22,000
IMPORTANT NOTE: You are advised to visit the LJMU website and familiarise yourself with all the up-to-date fees information at: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/international/thinking-of-applying/tuition-fees
DEPOSIT
Unless exempt, all self funded international students will need to pay a minimum deposit of £5,000 to secure their place at the University. This deposit will enable the release of the Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies (CAS), which you will need to apply for your student visa.
HOW TO PAY
You will be able to pay your deposit via LJMU’s on-line payment system www.flywire. com/pay/ljmu. You will need your LJMU Applicant ID number and course start date (month and year) in order to complete this transaction.
Students have the option to pay their fees in full or in three equal instalments minus any internal LJMU scholarships.The first instalment is due before enrollment.
For more information on LJMU’s deposit policy, including details on refunds and exceptions, go to: www.ljmu.ac.uk/international/ holding-offer-of-study/ tuition-fee-deposit or contact the ePayments Finance Team: epayments@ljmu.ac.uk
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
LJMU offers a variety of prestigious INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS for self-funded international applicants who have accepted an offer to study at the university. These awards provide partial tuition fee discounts. Additionally, externally funded competitive scholarships are available to prospective students, including the Chevening and Great scholarships and Sports scholarships.
INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENT SCHOLARSHIPS
LJMU is pleased to offer eligible applicants a tuition fee discount for each year of their studies. All achievement scholarships are awarded automatically to those who meet the essential criteria.
Undergraduate: £3,000 automatic scholarship per year of study (£9,000 over 3 years)
Postgraduate: £3,500 automatic scholarship per year of study
REGIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
We want to encourage ambitious students from countries worldwide to study with us at Liverpool John Moores University. As such, LJMU are pleased to be able to offer eligible applicants from selected regions a £4,000 tuition fee discount. All Regional Scholarships are automatically awarded to self-funded students from the below countries.
AMERICAS: Canada
EUROPE: Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain
MIDDLE EAST: Bahrain, Jordan, Iran, Lebanon, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, UAE
NORTH AFRICA: Algeria, Egypt, Morocco, Sudan, Tunisia
SOUTH ASIA: Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka
SUB-SAHARA AFRICA: Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Rwanda, Zimbabwe
SOUTH EAST ASIA: Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam
We are pleased to introduce a POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP offer that covers both years of our two-year Master’s including MArch Architecture, MSc Social Work and MSc Nursing.
For example, a self-funded student who is taking the 2-year MArch Architecture will receive the £3,500 international achievement scholarship for each year of study. This would equal £7,000 total discount across the 2 years.
Similarly, a student studying the same course who is eligible for a regional scholarship will receive £4,000 scholarship per year of study, equalling £8,000 across 2 years.
For more information on scholarships, please visit our website:
ljmu.ac.uk/international/ thinking-of-applying/ international-scholarships or scan here
PATHWAYS TO LJMU
LJMU International Study Centre (Study Group)
The International Study Centre provides international and EU students with a direct route onto a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at LJMU. During the International Foundation Year or International Year One programme, you will receive a conditional offer of a degree place at LJMU.
Each programme has different entry requirements so that you get the level of teaching you need.
These courses are managed and taught by Study Group, a world leader in education and training for international students, and offer direct progression onto a range of undergraduate degrees and postgraduate programmes.
For more information, please visit: ljmu.ac.uk/isc
IFY/IY1/PMP pathway programmes
The International Foundation Year (IFY), International Year One (IY1) and Pre-Masters programmes (PMP) not only help improve your English language skills further but focus on the academic knowledge you will need when you progress to the University.
Choose the programme that is appropriate for you, depending on whether you plan to join an undergraduate degree from the first year or second year or progress directly onto a Master’s degree.
Check the intakes of each programme too, as you can start your chosen course at different points throughout the year, depending on which best suits you.
IFY Progression routes
LJMU specialise in Business, Law and Social Studies, as well as Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences. Once you have completed the International Foundation Year (IFY) and achieved the required grades, you can progress into
your chosen Undergraduate degree at LJMU.
For the full list of Progression Routes please visit: ljmu.ac.uk/isc
NCUK pathways
We are members of the Northern Consortium of United Kingdom Universities (NCUK). Students already studying on an NCUK pathway programme (International Foundation Year, International Year One or Pre-Masters Programme) can join us at LJMU at Undergraduate or Postgraduate level. For more information, please visit: ljmu.ac.uk/isc
For more information, please visit: www.ncuk.ac.uk/ouruniversities/liverpool-johnmoores-university/
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS
In the last few years, the University has adapted its terms of compliance in relation to English language requirements from international students. For the most up to date information on the types of qualifications we will accept, please refer to our website.
• A very good level of English language competence is required to follow lectures, carry out background reading and research, write essays and dissertations at the University.
• Applicants must hold an internationally recognised English language qualification (such as IELTS and Pearson). Please check our website for acceptable exam boards.
• The minimum scores required by the University are listed below in accordance with UKVI regulations, although specific course requirements may differ:
International Foundation Year: 4.5 IELTS* or equivalent (min 4.0 in writing)
Undergraduate: 6.0 IELTS or equivalent (min 5.5 in each skill)
Postgraduate: 6.0 - 7.0 IELTS or equivalent (min 5.5 in each skill)
IMPORTANT NOTE
The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.
*Please see your individual course page for the specific English Language test scores required.
A PLACE OF YOUR OWN ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
LJMU is perfectly located for those who want to move away for university, or those who wish to commute.
With both national and city-wide trains, and city and regional buses arriving within a short walk of our campuses, you’ll understand why scousers feel like Liverpool is the centre of the universe…!
Browse our accommodation options and go on a virtual tour of many of our halls - visit ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation
You can sleep sound knowing that LJMU guarantees all undergraduate students high-quality accommodation in the heart of Liverpool city centre
as standard.
LIVING IN UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION
Our LJMU approved accommodation offers high-quality, safe and comfortable accommodation in the heart of Liverpool city centre. All our accommodation has high-speed Wi-Fi, which will come in handy for both studying and streaming – and the majority is en-suite, with many having additional facilities as standard, like an on-site gym or parking. And did we mention that all our accommodation is within a short walk of our campuses – making rolling out of bed and into university easy (don’t tell our academics!).
All tenancies in LJMU approved accommodation last the full academic year – so you won’t have to move your stuff back home at Christmas or Easter breaks – and if you find your home sweet home, you’re allowed to stay on after your first year!
MATURE STUDENTS
MATURE STUDENTS
The majority of students entering accommodation come to university straight from school or college and are under 21. If you prefer a quieter study environment, rooms are reserved for older students at a number of our city centre locations.
If you do have any particular requests, such as living in a flat with older students, please indicate this on your accommodation request form. Every effort will be made to meet your needs but this cannot be guaranteed in all cases. If you would prefer to live in a private house or flat, contact Liverpool Student Homes (LSH) liverpoolstudenthomes.org/ accommodation.
WHAT OUR INTERNATIONAL DISABLED STUDENTS STUDENTS SAY
Accommodation facilities for students with disabilities are constantly improving and LJMU is committed to ensure a high standard of living for all students, whatever your needs. If you require accommodation with particular adaptations it is important that you inform us as soon as possible so that the necessary arrangements can be made. We can also arrange for you to visit our accommodation to check that it will meet your needs. To discuss further contact our Disability Advice Team. disability@ljmu.ac.uk 0151 231 3164/3165.
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Living in student accommodation has many benefits including being in the city centre and having close access to the university buildings and campuses. But, don’t take our word for it on the great things about LJMU student accommodation. Take the word of our current international students who have experienced our student accommodation.
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Read the information here and online ljmu.ac.uk/accommodation and decide where you would like to live.
SUBMIT YOUR REQUEST
Once LJMU is your Firm (first) choice, you can submit your accommodation request via the applicant area of our website. Bedrooms are allocated on a first come, first served basis and you can submit your request regardless of whether you hold a conditional or unconditional offer. We recommend that you research and book your student accommodation as soon as possible as we do not want you to miss out on the options that you may prefer for your time here.
FINALISE
Within 10 days of submitting your request you will be contacted by your chosen accommodation provider by email. You must follow their instructions and make the initial payment requested in order to finalise the booking of your room.
If you hold a conditional offer from LJMU and are unsuccessful, any payment made for accommodation will be refunded and your tenancy agreement cancelled. You can contact our Accommodation Office at any time for advice and guidance.
Don’t forget, booking your room via the LJMU Accommodation Office is the only way to be sure of living with other new LJMU students.
Explore theWorld Malaysia
Discover more about the world and yourself with virtual internships, studying, working or volunteering abroad
SUMMER SCHOOL
Each year, LJMU sends groups of students on 1-4 week programmes that focus on UN’s Sustainable Development Goals and combine cultural immersion with academic projects and community engagement activities. This is the perfect option for less experienced travellers curious of what the world has to offer.
My experience provoked new ways of thinking about the world around me.
Ellie, Summer School student, 2021-22
Volunteering abroad is an incredible experience and opportunity to get to know new cultures, meet new people, and try something way outside of most people’s comfort zones.
Alex, Global Citizen
Sri Lanka
STUDY ABROAD
Most LJMU students can study abroad for a semester or year as part of their LJMU degree. Whether you study in Japan or Norway, USA or France you will be taught in English and it will count towards your degree. If you want to immerse yourself in a different culture while enhancing your academic learning, this is the thing for you!
This has definitely been the most independent and enriching experience that I have ever done and I am so grateful that I have completed this internship… I feel that I have gained valuable work experience as well as learning so much about another culture that is so different from my own.
Julia, Global Internship Programme
Alexandra, Study Abroad USA (2019)
My master’s has allowed me to change career and access different opportunities that I could never access before. It was hard work but I’m in a really exciting place now.
Alison Robinson MA Mental Health graduate
PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE POSTGRADUATE STUDY AT LJMU
CHOICE OF OVER 160 TAUGHT AND RESEARCH PROGRAMMES
94% OF LJMU RESEARCH IS OF INTERNATIONAL QUALITY OR HIGHER (REF 2021) DEDICATED POSTGRADUATE STUDY SPACES
We have a growing, vibrant postgraduate community, offering a host of opportunities to help you reach new heights in your career.
So whether you want to specialise, progress your career or change direction, you can continue to reach new heights with LJMU.
95% of LJMU postgraduates are in work or further study within 15 months after graduation.
(Graduate Outcomes Survey, 2020)
GRADUATE PROSPECTS
• 95% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating, with two thirds securing graduate-entry positions (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education 2016)
• Offering confidential 1-1 meetings with careers advisers throughout your time at University, we will help you plan your path to your new profession beyond graduation.
• LJMU Connect provides graduates with an online tool to expand their professional networks and gain industry contacts with common ground. Getting to know your alumni community has never been easier or more immersive with an opportunity to involve yourself in mentoring programmes and to advertise your own business.
• Our dedicated and award winning Centre for Entrepreneurship provides a supportive environment to help new businesses founded by students and graduates flourish.
• The University is one of the UK’s leading higher education institutions for interaction with business and the community.
Here are just some of our employer partners:
START YOUR OWN BUSINESS
The LJMU Start up Hub provides support and guidance to all LJMU students, helping them launch viable, sustainable businesses of all kinds.
From architects to app developers, coders to cooks, drone operators to dress-makers, gamers to graphic designers, script writers to sports nutritionists, the LJMU Start up Hub helps students create a sustainable, exciting enterprise!
We’re a dedicated team of enterprise professionals with a wide range of work-based and start-up experience, committed to helping you explore and develop your ideas, turning them into reality. We can also work with graduates who decide they want to start up after their degree.
• practical workshops
• student meet-ups and networking
• signposting to funding opportunities
We are an established and wellrespected member of the Liverpool start-up community and can help you make important connections across the Liverpool City Region and beyond.
SMALL FOOTPRINT, BIG PERSONALITY
Our campuses mean your student experience will be in the heart of Liverpool city centre - and did we mention that it’s one of the top 5 student cities in the UK - Student Crowd, 2024. A short walk between our two campuses, we straddle the city centre making LJMU one of the most dynamic university campuses in the UK.
Scan here to go on a virtual tour of our campuses
CITY CAMPUS
Step into state-of-the-art facilities, specialist simulators, and practical labs.
You’ll be right at home if you’re interested in engineering, technology, health or science courses on this campus built for the future.
MOUNT PLEASANT CAMPUS
Home to artists’ studios, multimedia digital labs, crime scene simulations and our industry leading law and business clinics. Whether you’re interested in art, professional, social or humanities subjects, you’ll be surrounded by historic architecture and cutting-edge facilities.
POPULAR COURSES WITH INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS AT LJMU
UNDERGRADUATE
BA Architecture
BA Fashion: Design and Communication
BA Interior Architecture
BA Sport Business
BEng/MEng Architectural Engineering
BEng/MEng Civil Engineering
BEng/MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
BEng/MEng Marine and Mechanical Engineering
BEng/MEng Mechanical Engineering
BSc Accounting and Finance
BSc Business Management
BSc Computer Games
Development
BSc Computer Science
BSc Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science
BSc Product Design Engineering
BSc Science and Football
BSc Software Engineering
BSc Sport and Exercise Science
BSc Sport Coaching
POSTGRADUATE
MArch Architecture
MA Graphic Design and Illustration
MA Urban Design
MSc Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning)
MSc Biomedical Science
MSc Cosmetic Science
MSc Cyber Security
MSc Data Science
MSc Digital Marketing
MSc International Business Management
MSc International Transport, Trade and Logistics
MSc Marine and Offshore Engineering
MSc Maritime Operations Management
MSc Port Management
MSc Project Management
MSc Renewable Energy
MSc Strength and Conditioning
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ART & DESIGN
Ready to push the boundaries? Our art and design degrees combine theory and practice. We are embedded in the creativity of the Liverpool City Region through our work with our cultural partners.
Whether you want to develop your technical and design skills, set the next fashion trend or curate an exhibition, LJMU has the degree for you.
Our community of artists, designers and curators knows what it takes for you to succeed.
• Teaching in the John Lennon Art and Design Building
• Ranked in the top 10 universities for Graphic Design in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2025)
• Participate in live client briefs and placements
• Gain access to lots of facilities and workshops
• Annual travel awards and bursaries available.
BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES
Fascinated by the study of living things? Biological sciences is a broad and exciting subject, allowing you to specialise in a range of challenging areas - from biology to the scientific study of animals.
Each course is designed to give you a core understanding of biological theory and practice. You will also have the opportunity to complete exciting placements and overseas fieldwork.
• State-of-the-art labs and excellent teaching spaces
• Taught by world-leading, research-active staff
• Exciting placement opportunities
• Forensic Anthropology is accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences
• Biology and Zoology are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
• Wildlife Conservation is accredited by the Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES)
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Opportunities are abundant here. That has undoubtedly been the highlight of my experience at Liverpool John Moores University so far. They’re not difficult to find—only a willingness to explore something new is required.
Student Futures, for instance, regularly keeps me informed about a wide range of relevant opportunities, events, and initiatives to get involved in. The Accounting & Finance Employability Hub has also been exceptional, consistently supporting my professional development and helping me identify valuable growth opportunities.
Lexus Josef Javines
THE PHILIPPINES
BSc Accounting and Finance
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT & MARKETING
Develop the skills future employers demand with a degree from Liverpool Business School. Our professionallyaccredited courses have excellent links with local, national, and global businesses.
• Undertake live business projects through the Liverpool Business Clinic and the Accounting Clinic.
• Work in a project consultancy team, tackling real business challenges.
• Develop practical business skills - pitch a product, stage a
live event and use business simulation tools.
• Secure work placements with leading companies and big brand names
• Benefit from an optional paid sandwich year in the UK or overseas.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Mechanical Engineers are essential to life as we know it and the development of our planet. They are problem solvers who look for ways to make our lives more efficient and sustainable. The modules of this course are informed by industry professionals. They will help you to develop the scientific principles and understanding of advanced design technology to really make a difference to the world. As a graduate Mechanical Engineer, you’ll be highly employable with excellent earning potential.
• Professionally accredited by The Institution of Mechanical Engineers
• Paid placement year available
• BEng, MEng and Foundation routes available
• LJMU has 200 years of expertise in teaching Mechanical Engineering
• Learn from knowledgeable and supportive tutors
• State-of-the-art labs and technology
LJMU has not only been a university that equips me daily with the knowledge, skills and opportunities to succeed, but it has also given me a family of many beautiful cultural backgrounds. I enjoy how inclusive this university is, how we take time to celebrate special calendar days of different countries such as Lunar New Year and Ramadan.
I’ve gained real-world experience through part-time jobs, built a global professional network, and secured an incredible yearlong industrial placement where I get to take what I’ve learned in lectures and hands on programming labs with world-class technology and apply it in the workplace.
Tsiko Mashau
SOUTH AFRICA
BSc Computer Science
William Kambuno INDONESIA
MSc Computing and Information Systems
My journey studying at LJMU and living in Liverpool has been a very exciting and fulfilling one. I’ve been blessed to have everything fall into place from my academic life to my social life since moving here.
The academics on my course are some of the most passionate people I’ve come across in teaching with in-depth
knowledge and innovative ideas that helped motivate myself to aim high. I’ve been fortunate enough to be part of the International Relations team as a Student Ambassador and have made so many great memories and connections with people from all around the world participating in exciting events and creating social media content for the university.
GEOGRAPHY & ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE
Tackle real-world issues and discover practical ways to protect and conserve the environment. Our degrees allow you to explore the world around you and the complex issues it faces. Study everything, from climate and landforms to wildlife conservation and environmental sustainability. At the heart of these courses is the opportunity to apply your knowledge both in the classroom and outdoors.
• Conduct fieldwork in the UK and overseas
• Study in state-of-the-art labs and excellent teaching spaces
• Taught by world-leading, research-active staff
• Exciting placement opportunities
• Geography is accredited by Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
• Wildlife Conservation is
HISTORY
History is multifaceted and can take you in many directions. Studying history trains you to think in certain ways and to ask important questions. By studying the past – the Victorian city, the regulation of war or the development of Latin Americayou learn about the modern world and your place in it. History is based on persuasive story-telling, and studying the subject develops your own communication and analytical skills.
• 94% of students surveyed said the teaching staff on History courses were good at explaining things (NSS 2024)
accredited by Committee of Heads of Environmental Sciences (CHES)
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• Teaching informed by internationally recognised research
• Choose from a wide range of optional modules
• Develops high-level skills sought by employers
• Opens up a diverse range of careers e.g.managerial, media, the military
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Giovanna Ramalho BRAZIL MSc Cosmetic Science
This university opened doors I didn’t even know existed.
Coming from Brazil, I chose LJMU not just for its academic reputation but for its focus on real-world preparation - and it has exceeded my expectations. From the start, I took part in career workshops, got personalised application support, and networked with
professionals. I even visited a multinational company and attended an international industry event. These experiences gave me true insight into the industry.
Now, I walk into interviews with confidence. At LJMU, employability is part of everything. If you want to grow professionally and personally, this is the place to do it.
I like to say that I didn’t choose LJMU— LJMU chose me. Coming here has been one of the best decisions I’ve made for my future.
I’ve gained hands-on experience with elite sports clubs like Everton FC and interviewed Olympic athletes, all while learning from lecturers actively working in the industry.
I’ve built incredible friendships with students from around the world and joined the vibrant International Society. Now, I’m interning with LJMU’s Social Media and Communications team and planning to stay two more years.
My advice: don’t fear change—embrace it. You’re never alone at LJMU
Margherita Raffaella Scarcella
LAW & CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Explore the root causes and consequences of crime, why people commit crime and how society and the legal system respond. Analyse the criminal mindset, consider what makes a fair punishment and examine the many laws that govern our society.
• Strong links to law courts, prisons and third sector agencies
• Criminal Justice degrees offer fieldwork in places such as Slovenia and Sweden
• LLB Law students experience real-life casework from the first year of study
• 95% of students surveyed said the teaching staff were good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024)
NURSING
Join the front line of patient care. Did you know there’s more than one route to qualify as a nurse? Achieve your ambition with one of our Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) accredited degrees. LJMU’s supportive and highly experienced teaching and technical staff are passionate about your success. They will help you to develop a strong knowledge base and clinical skills, preparing you to go out into practice, enter employment and excel in your nursing career.
• 100% LJMU Nursing students said staff were good at explaining things (NSS 2024)
• State-of-the-art simulation suites and facilities in the centre of Liverpool.
FOLLOW THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
• Ranked top 15 Children’s Nursing and top 18 Mental Health Nursing degrees in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2025)
• Opportunities for placements in a range of specialist NHS Trusts including Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and The Walton Centre.
FOLLOW THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE
POLICING
We work closely with Merseyside Police to ensure our students are prepared for the varied career options available in policing. Our innovative Crime Scene Suite is embedded across modules to allow students to reflect current policing practices and develop their own crime scene perspectives and approaches.
• Taught by lecturers with professional backgrounds in policing and forensics
• Field trips include Merseyside Firearms and the Emergency Services Training Centres
• Strong links to courts, prisons and third sector agencies
• Access to our dedicated Crime Scene Suite
• Opportunities to volunteer as a Special Police Constable to gain a first-hand policing experience
SOCIAL SCIENCES
Social sciences explore how people behave and interact within society. They help us comprehend human life, including culture, economics, politics, psychology, sociology, technology, law, public policy, and policing, using advanced research methods to investigate social phenomena and improve our understanding of the world we live in.
• Teaching across the Mount Pleasant campus
• Degree modules are informed by internationally recognised research
• Learn from a wide range of academics
• International fieldwork, placements and study embedded in many degrees
• Covers a wide range of disciplines and professions
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SPORT & EXERCISE SCIENCES
Learn from world-leading experts and sports organisations on our sport and exercise sciences courses. We are a global leader in the field of sport and exercise sciences. This is thanks to our internationallyimportant research, Olympic alumni and staff, award-winning exchanges and excellent partnerships with sport, exercise, educational and community organisations.
• 6th in the world for Sports Science, QS World University Rankings 2024
• Study in state-of-the-art labs and excellent teaching spaces
• Taught by world-leading, research-active staff
• Our Science and Football and Sport and Exercise Science degrees are endorsed by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES)
• Sport Psychology is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)
I chose LJMU because it ranks 6th globally for sport-related subjects. A highlight of the course—and something I’ll always cherish— was volunteering as a subject for a study that helped me achieve a personal milestone: running 10 miles. The MSc Sport Nutrition course emphasises “Reflective Practice,” a crucial tool for professional growth. I especially enjoyed hearing the professors share their career stories during lectures. The course content is outstanding, and the lecturers are incredibly supportive.
INDIA MSc Sport Nutrition
Ruth Mary D Silva
UNDERGRADUATE TAUGHT COURSES
Please go to www.ljmu.ac.uk/courses for the most up-to-date course information
Selected courses are available for September entry. Please see the LJMU website for further details.
Accounting and Finance
Animal Behaviour
Architectural
Engineering
Architectural
Technology
Architecture
Astrophysics
Audio and Music
Production
Biochemistry
Biology
Biomedical Science
Biotechnology
Building Surveying
Business and Public Relations
Business Management
Business with Digital
Marketing
Business with Finance
Business with
International Business Management
Business with Marketing (Top Up)
Business with Media Communications
Civil and Environmental
Engineering
Civil and Structural
Engineering
Civil Engineering
Climate Change
Computer Forensics
Computer Games
Development
Computer Science
Computer Security
Computing
Construction and Property
Construction Management
Creative Writing
Creative Writing and
Film Studies
Criminal Justice
Criminology
Criminology and Psychology
Criminology and Sociology
Drama
Drama and Creative Writing
Drama and English Literature
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
English Literature
English Literature and Creative Writing
English, Media and Cultural Studies
Environmental Health
Environmental Science
Events Management
Fashion: Design and Communication
Film Studies
Fine Art
Forensic Anthropology
Forensic Psychology and Criminal Justice
Forensic Science
Forensics, Policing and Investigations
Geography
Graphic Design and
Illustration
Health and Social Care
History
History and English Literature
History of Art and Museum Studies
Human Evolution and Behaviour
Human Resource Management
Interior Architecture
International Relations and Politics
International Tourism Management
Journalism
Law
Law and Business Law and Criminal Justice
Marine and Mechanical Engineering
Maritime Business and Management (Top Up)
Marketing
Mathematics
Mathematics with Finance
Mechanical Engineering
Mechatronics and Autonomous Systems
Media Production
Media, Culture, Communication Musical
Theatre Practice
Nautical Science (Top Up)
Nutrition
Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Science
Pharmacy
Physical Education
Physics with Astronomy
Policing and Investigations
Policing Studies and Forensic Psychology
Product Design
Engineering
Professional Policing
Psychology
Public Health
Quantity Surveying
Real Estate
Science and Football
Sociology
Software Engineering
Sport and Exercise Science
Sport Business
Sport Coaching
Sport Development and Coaching
Foundation
Sport Nutrition
Sport Psychology
Sports Journalism
Wildlife Conservation
Zoology
POSTGRADUATE TAUGHT COURSES
Please go to www.ljmu.ac.uk/courses for the most up-to-date course information
Selected courses are available for January entry. Please see the LJMU website for further details.
Architecture
Art in Science
Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning)
Audio and Video Forensics
Audio Forensics and Restoration
Biomedical Sciences
Brain and Behaviour
Cities, Culture and Creativity
Civil Engineering
Climate Change and Sustainability
Clinical Embryology
Clinical Exercise
Physiology
Commercial Building
Surveying
Computer Science (Virtual and Augmented Reality)
Computing and Information Systems
Construction Project Management
Cosmetic Science
Criminal Justice
Criminal Psychology and Criminal Justice
Criminology and Social Policy
Cyber Security
Data Science
Digital Marketing
Digital Marketing (with Advanced Practice)
Doctorate in Business
Administration
Documentary
Drug Discovery, Development and Delivery
Electrical Power and Control Engineering
Embedded Systems and IC Design
English
English Literature
Exercise Physiology
Exhibition Studies
Fashion Innovation and Realisation
Film
Fine Art
Forensic Anthropology
Forensic Bioscience
Global Crime, Justice and Security
Masters of Law
Graphic Design and Illustration
Health and Wellbeing
Health Psychology
Immersive Media
Industrial Biotechnology
International Business and Management
International Business and Management (with Advanced Practice)
International Business
Corporate and Finance Law
International Corporate Law and Management
International Journalism
International Public Health
International Relations
International Sport Coaching
International Transport, Trade and Logistics
Investment and Finance
Investment and Finance (with Advanced Practice)
Journalism
Law and Practice
Leadership and Management Practice
Legal Practice Course
Making New Theatre Management
Management (with Advanced Practice)
Management and
Digital Business
Management and Digital Business (with Advanced Practice)
Marine and Offshore
Engineering
Maritime Operations
Management
Mass Communications
Masters of Law
Mental Health
Modern History
Musical Theatre
Natural Products Discovery
Policing and Criminal Investigation
Port Management
Positive Psychology and Wellbeing
Professional Doctorate in Applied Sport and Exercise Science
Professional Doctorate in Health Psychology
Professional Doctorate in Sport and Exercise Psychology
Project Management
Public Health
Public Health
Addictions
Quantity Surveying and Commercial Management
Real Estate
Sensors, Data and Management
Social Work
Sport and Clinical Biomechanics
Sport Coaching
Sports Journalism
Sport Nutrition
Sport Psychology
Strategic People Management and Practice
Strength and Conditioning
Urban Design
Water, Energy and the Environment
Wildlife Conservation Technology
Wireless Communications
HOW TO APPLY
APPLY
We recommend submitting your application as early as you can to allow time for application and visa processing. Furthermore, some of our programmes are increasingly popular and applications will close for these throughout the academic year.
Undergraduate students can apply via the UCAS application system at www.ucas.com. This is a secure online system, and is suitable if you have regular access to the internet.
Postgraduate students can apply directly to the University for most courses. Use our online search tool to select the course you are interested in and then choose the option to ‘Apply Direct’. ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses
Both undergraduate and postgraduate students can apply through one of our international education partners. They are familiar with our application process and have a lot of experience of helping students to apply to Liverpool John Moores University. Contact details for our international education partners can be found at ljmu.ac.uk/study/ courses/international-entryrequirements/find-your-country
RECEIVE AND
ACCEPT YOUR OFFER
If you applied via UCAS
You can log on to UCAS Track to see the progress of your application. Once we have made a decision on your application we will update UCAS and you will be able to view and accept your offer online.
If you applied via our education advisers or partners
Your adviser will contact you to update you about the status of your offer and can contact us directly to accept the offer on your behalf. If you have any questions about the status of your offer, please contact your chosen education adviser directly.
If you applied directly
You can log in to your account on our website to track your offer status. Once we have made a decision on your application, we will send you an offer letter to the email address you have provided. To accept your offer and secure your place with LJMU, you will need to click the ‘green’ accept button in this offer letter.
HOW MUCH DO I NEED TO PAY TO ENROL?
International students must pay an initial deposit of £5,000 plus the first instalment which is due before enrolment.
DOES LJMU OFFER A PAYMENT PLAN?
Students have the option to pay their fees in full or in three equal instalments minus any internal scholarships. The first instalment is due before enrolment. For September 2026 students, the second instalment must be paid by 15 January 2027 and the third by 15 April 2027.
For January 2027 students, the second instalment must be paid by 15 May 2027 and the second instalment by 15 August 2027.
Visit the webpage here for more information on instalment plans:
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION
n Academic transcripts and certificates for current and previous study including secondary school awards
n A CV/overview of your work history if you have relevant work experience
n Personal Statement
n Academic Reference (some courses may ask for two)
n Evidence of English language proficiency
n Portfolio – if required for your course
n Passport
POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH COURSES
If you are applying for a postgraduate research course or a PhD, you will need to submit a Research Enquiry Form and identify a supervisor before completing the online application form:
ljmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduatestudents/how-to-apply/researchenquiry form
UNDERSTANDING YOUR OFFER
CONDITIONAL OFFER
A conditional offer means that you still have further documents to provide us (for example, exam results or transcripts). The additional documents required will be included in your conditional offer.
If you have not provided all the information we need from you throughout the application process, we may send you a further information request to the email address you have provided. We will then assess your application to make a decision.
UNCONDITIONAL OFFER
An unconditional offer means that you have met all of our entry requirements.
To confirm your place at Liverpool John Moores University, you must formally accept your offer. Find further details on how to accept your offer at: ljmu.ac.uk/international/holding-offerof-study/how-to-accept-your-offer
APPLYING FOR ACCOMMODATION
If you have accepted an offer to study at LJMU you can apply for accommodation through our online portal ljmu.ac.uk/discover/ your-student-experience/accommodation/search
You will need your LJMU student ID number. Once you have access to the accommodation system, you will be able to select your accommodation. Please find further information on the next page spread on LJMU accommodation.
CONNECT WITH LJMU
The transition to university is both an exciting and anxious time. At LJMU we make it really easy for you to connect - giving you opportunities throughout the year to chat with staff, and current students as well as other applicants.
BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS AND COMMUNITIES
Depending on the stage of your application, you’ll be invited to join various online groups and forums so you can meet others before you arrive. We have a team of staff and student ambassadors online to share their experiences and answer your questions. You can find out first-hand what it’s like to study at LJMU and to live in the amazing city of Liverpool. From joining subject chats to tips about life on campus, we want you to feel part of the LJMU community. Join in and connect with LJMU.
LJMU students are ready to chat with you via Unibuddy
I was excited when accepted onto the course and receiving my grades, but the opportunities here have been life changing for me.
James Business with Finance, BSc (Hons)
SUPPORTING YOU...
...EVERY STEP OF THE WAY
Student Advice and Wellbeing (SAW) can give you advice and guidance on everything from accommodation, support for students with a disability and money management to mental health and wellbeing support.
Workshops, projects and activities designed to improve your wellbeing and enable you to have a better student experience
A Chaplaincy team to provide confidential pastoral care and support to students of all beliefs and backgrounds
A dedicated Student Wellbeing team to help with any issues you’re having at university and to direct you to further support
As an LJMU student you can access a range of free online support tools such as SilverCloud and Togetherall that will help you manage your wellbeing 24/7
Our Student Living Assistants work in all the halls to help new students settle in and feel comfortable in their accommodation
Quiet spaces for meditation, prayer and contemplation on every campus
Targeted support for care leavers, estranged students and young adult carers
A dedicated disability advice team
For more details go to ljmu.ac.uk/studentsupport
INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT
HELPING YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY
At Liverpool John Moores University, we have a dedicated International Student Advice team within Student Advice and Wellbeing Services.
The International Student Advisers can provide advice and information to international LJMU students (including students from Europe) on a wide range of issues relating to visas, immigration and rights in the UK including:
• Study visas
• Working in the UK
• Rights for European students after Brexit: the EU Settlement Scheme
• General visa and immigration matters which may impact on your studies
FOCUS ON YOUR FUTURE
Student Futures, LJMU’s Careers, Employability and Enterprise Team, are here to help students and graduates get one step closer to their future career goals. They offer help and support, such as:
• Reviewing application forms, personal statements and CVs
Careers
Zone 24/7
LJMU posts thousands of opportunities for students each year via the online job board - placements, internships, voluntary roles, part time work and graduate-level jobs.
Unitemps
Register with LJMU’s recruitment agency and apply for a range of paid-opportunities on campus and beyond. You’ll find LJMU-funded internships here too.
• Finding internships and placements
• Interview practice sessions
• One-to-one careers advice and guidance
• Building employability skills alongside your degree
• Starting a business or growing an idea into a future career
With two Careers Zones centrally located, whether you’re at home or on-campus, you can access:
• Expert, personalised support from careers, employability and enterprise specialists
• Help to start a business, grow a business idea or freelance via our Start-Up Hub
• Careers and employability workshops on exploring future options, finding work experience, articulating employability skills and developing a professional network
• Careers Zone 24/7 platform with interactive career tools, jobs board, e-learning modules, careers assessments, employer videos and podcasts
• Funded, part-time ‘discovery’ internships with local organisations
• Professional networks via regular employer events and recruitment fairs
• Recent graduate and LJMU Alumni talks
• Life-long Careers, Employability and Enterprise Support
OVER 95% OF OUR GRADUATES ARE IN WORK OR FURTHER STUDY 15 MONTHS AFTER THEY GRADUATE
OUR INTERNATIONAL STUDENT COMMUNITY
CANADA
Kassy Gavilanez MPharm Pharmacy
PERU
Sara Abanto Zamora BA Architecture
Liverpool John Moores University has students and alumni from across the world in over 150 countries, with new students joining the community each year.
Taha Cheikhi MSc Cyber Security
Giovanna Ramalho MSc Cosmetic Science
Saidah Zubairu MSc Project Management
Fatima Ali Ramat BEng Mechatronics & Autonomous Systems
NIGERIA
MOROCCO
BRAZIL
ITALY
Margherita Scarcella
BA Sports Journalism
EGYPT
Youssef Ebrahim BA Business Management
CHINA
Siyuan Chen
BSc Electronic and Information Engineering
PAKISTAN
Abdullah Naveed BSc Computer Science
INDIA
Ruth D’Silva
MSc Sport Nutrition
Sana Kurude
MSc International Business & Management
SOUTH AFRICA
Tsiko Mashau
ZIMBABWE
Tinotenda Maxine Simata MEng Architectural Engineering
BSc Computer Science
SRI LANKA
Thenula Pavananthan
MSc Drug Discovery, Development & Delivery
PHILIPPINES
Lexus Josef Javines
BSc Accounting & Finance
BRUNEI
Amal
BEng Architectural Engineering
William Kambuno MSc Computing and Information Systems
INDONESIA
USEFUL INFORMATION and KEY CONTACTS
We are here to help you make an informed decision about studying at LJMU. If you wish to contact a member of the team to discuss your options of studying with us, please visit our Meet the International Team page.
We would be happy to hear from you!
SPEAK TO ONE OF OUR INTERNATIONAL RECRUITMENT TEAM
Our team works across regions to provide support for international students throughout their journey with LJMU. We are available to assist you with your application to study at the University and help you settle in when you arrive in the UK. You can find the contact details for our Regional Managers on the “Meet the International Team” page linked above. Alternatively, you can contact us at international@ljmu.ac.uk
OUR CHINA TEAM
We have a team based in Shanghai who can help with your application and provide a link between the University and our established link of international education partners. You can contact our China Team Engagement Officers via the Meet the International Team page linked above or via WeChat: LJMU1823
AGENTS IN YOUR COUNTRY
Our education agents work in most countries to help with information and applications. Visit our website to find their contact details for your country. ljmu.ac.uk/study/courses/ international-entry-requirements/ findyour-country
ACADEMIC YEAR 2026-27
TERM ONE: September 2026December 2026
TERM TWO: January 2027March 2027
TERM THREE: April 2027June 2027
About our information
The university offers the information contained in this brochure as a general guide only, to prospective undergraduate students wishing to apply for a place at the university. It does not constitute or form part of any contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the university.
The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (August 2025) and the university hopes to provide the programmes and facilities set out in this brochure. However, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates and the university reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. Applicants and prospective students should not rely solely on this brochure and should use this brochure in conjunction with the most up-to-date information available on the university website ljmu.ac.uk
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