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 2016), 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 post-graduate 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 20 in the UK

Shanghai 2017

Russell Group member, ranked in world's top 150

Shanghai 2017

Associated with 9 Nobel Prize winners

Follow in the footsteps of alumni who do incredible things and change the world

UK top 20 for research power

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
Animal Science	#5 in the UK	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017
Architecture	Top 10 in the UK	Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2017
Archaeology	#101-150 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Biological Sciences	#151-200 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Business and Management (research impact)	Top 15 in the UK	Research Excellence Framework (REF)
Chemistry	#7 in the UK #150 in the world	Times and Sunday Times 2017 QS World University Rankings 2021
Engineering and Technology	Top 15 in the UK #245 in the world	Complete University Guide 2018 QS World University Rankings 2021
Environmental Sciences	#201-250 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Geography	#101-150 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Geology	#101-150 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Geophysics	#101-150 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Law (research output)	Top 25 in the UK	REF
Marketing	Top 15 in the UK	Complete 2018
Marine Sciences	#101-150 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Nursing	#51-100	QS World University Rankings 2021
Physics and Astronomy	#151-200	QS World University Rankings 2021
Physiotherapy	#4 in the UK	Times and Sunday Times 2017
Psychology	#151-200 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Sociology	#201-250 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021
Veterinary Science	#21 in the world	QS World University Rankings 2021

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 7,000 international students from 135 countries, and meet people from around the world on a vibrant, city-centre campus.

Global university

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!

Follow famous alumni

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.

A degree that's worth more

Capital of culture

Liverpool is a vibrant city of music, culture and sport. It's the birthplace of The Beatles, home to 2 Premiership football teams, and was named European Capital of Culture of 2008. As a University of Liverpool student, you'll never be bored.

Capital of culture

Anniken from Norway

Bachelor's degree in Psychology at the University of Liverpool

What I enjoy most about being a student here is the wide variety of extra-curricular activities and opportunities offered. Even when I am not studying, I always have something to do at the University of Liverpool, so I not only develop academically, but also as a person.

Carlos from Mexico

Master's degree in Engineering at the University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool's staff are well-qualified, and its degrees really focus on today’s industry needs and job specifications. This helps students make the transition to professional life.

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.