University of Liverpool: study in the UK

Welcome to the University of Liverpool

Follow in the footsteps of Nobel Prize winners, and meet students from around the world at the University of Liverpool. This Russell Group university is ranked among the top 150 globally (Shanghai Academic Ranking 2017), and is one of the leading centres of research in the UK.

You can progress to a University of Liverpool degree in several ways, including through an on-campus preparation course at Liverpool International College (LIC) or a postgraduate preparation course at KIC London before progressing to the London campus.

Courses leading to the University of Liverpool

Bachelor's preparation on campus

Master's preparation on campus

Master's preparation in London

Doctorate preparation in London

Bachelor's preparation in South Africa

Reasons to study at the University of Liverpool

Top 17 in the UK

Shanghai Academic Ranking 2017

Russell Group member, ranked in world's top 150

Shanghai Academic Ranking 2017

Top 25 of UK universities most targeted by graduate employers

High Fliers Research 2017

UK top 20 for research power

Times Higher Education interpretation of Research Excellence Framework 2014

Guaranteed entry

when you pass your LIC or KICL course at the required level with good attendance

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University of Liverpool subject ranking highlights

Subject area	UK ranking	Source
Anatomy and Physiology	1st	Guardian University Guide 2018
Animal Science	6th	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018
Architecture	Top 15	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018
Business and Management (research impact)	Top 15	Times Higher Education interpretation of Research Excellence Framework 2014
Chemistry	5th	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018
Engineering	Top 15	Complete University Guide 2018
Law (research output)	Top 25	Times Higher Education interpretation of Research Excellence Framework 2014
Marketing	Top 15	Complete University Guide 2018
Physiotherapy	6th	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018

Why choose the University of Liverpool?

Global university

The University of Liverpool has been a leader in British higher education for over 100 years. Come and join 7,500 international and EU students from over 100 countries, and meet people from around the world on a vibrant, city-centre campus.

Follow famous alumni

As a Liverpool student, you'll be following the path of 9 Nobel Prize winners. For example, Sir Ronald Ross won the Prize for Medicine for his work to fight against malaria. You too could achieve great things at the University of Liverpool!

A degree that's worth more

The University of Liverpool is part of the Russell Group of the UK's leading research universities. This means your degree will be viewed favourably by employers, and helps explain Liverpool's excellent graduate prospects.

Capital of culture

Liverpool is a vibrant city of music, culture and sport. It's home to The Beatles and 2 Premiership football teams, and was named the world's 4th friendliest city by Rough Guides readers in 2014. As a Liverpool student, you'll never be bored.

Asilah from Malaysia

Undergraduate degree in International Business at the University of Liverpool

My University of Liverpool degree has given me academic and practical experience that will be beneficial when applying graduate jobs. My tutors are professional and friendly and I receive a lot of support from them when I need help and guidance.

Frances from Nigeria

Undergraduate degree in Law at the University of Liverpool

The standard of education provided by the University of Liverpool is excellent. The many facilities and social amenities make studying here easy and convenient. From the departments themselves to the libraries and the Sport and Fitness Centre, I've been impressed by everything.

Through our expert teaching at the University of Liverpool and the International College, we will support you in achieving your academic goals, and help you to experience firsthand just what makes Liverpool so special.