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University of Liverpool

(3.8)
134 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2026 ranking
21
23
18
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Overview

University of Liverpool information

Level of study
Undergraduate75%Postgraduate25%
Mode of study
Full-time97%Part-time3%
Gender ratio
Female56%Male44%Other0%
Where students come from
International21%UK79%
Number of students
30,730
Source: HESA

About University of Liverpool

UCAS code: L41

Original and inclusive for 140 years, we’re a truly inspirational place to learn and research. We’re also a place where students develop a rich world view, as well as the skills and confidence to thrive in today’s connected world. Although our main campus is in the heart of Liverpool, we also have a partner university in Suzhou, China. Many of our students start their studies in Liverpool, have the opportunity to spend time studying in China. And wherever you learn with us, you’ll find the same distinctive and welcoming culture.

Source: University of Liverpool

Tuition fees at University of Liverpool

No tuition fees information available.

Job prospects

Undergraduate

£25.6k

Average graduate salary

90%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

91%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates from University of Liverpool

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates from University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool open days

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Before you do, it's a good idea to go to an open day. You can have a good look around campus, getting a better idea of what it's like to study there. You'll meet current students and staff and get the chance to ask them questions.

Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

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Here are University of Liverpool's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

144 UCAS points
Architecture

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

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144 UCAS points
Law with German

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

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144 UCAS points
Law with Business

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Financial Computing

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

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144 UCAS points
Law with a Year Abroad

LLB (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Italian

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Computer Science with a Year in Industry

MEng (Hon) 5 Years full-time with year in industry 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
144 UCAS points
Computer Science with Software Development

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Chinese

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Dental Surgery

BDS 5 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Medicine

MB ChB 5 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Spanish

LLB (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Politics

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Philosophy

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Computer Science

MEng (Hon) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Law with Criminology

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Financial Computing with a Year in Industry

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time with year in industry 2026

Main Site

144 UCAS points
Computer Science (with a Year in Industry)

BSc (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2026

Main Site

University of Liverpool student reviews

(3.8)
Based on 134 reviews from University of Liverpool's students and alumni
5 star
34%
4 star
30%
3 star
23%
2 star
5%
1 star
9%
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3rd year student

Many things offered which I have outlined in previous answers

(4)

1 year ago

3rd year student

Great with many things offered at our student guild like gigs and football, along with society events on every week at campus

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

I am from a low income family so the uni provides me with a bursary which I am grateful for

(4)

1 year ago

3rd year student

First and second year I felt was inadequate when it comes to this. However third year things appear clearer and I see support everywhere from my course, lecturers, library and guild. The support provided can flourish when no other factors are in the way such as Covid and strikes

(3)

1 year ago

3rd year student

Amazing so many opportunities but I am only really aware of them now in my final year. I wish things were ran better during my first and second year as I felt I missed out. The library is very helpful and we have a student guild which provides food drink and social space

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

I like my timetable as it provides days off where I have time to read and prepare for my modules. Sometimes I wish there was more preparation workshops for upcoming assessments to students are better prepared as my course offers a range of traditional and non traditional assessments which can be int...

(4)

1 year ago

National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Liverpool

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

86%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

94%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

82%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

89%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

86%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

90%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

86%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

86%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

79%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

82%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

82%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

69%

low

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

81%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

77%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

91%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

89%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

85%

high

How well organised is your course?

85%

high

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

91%

high

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

93%

high

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

92%

high

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

71%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

89%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

82%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

78%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

87%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

84%

med

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

72%

low

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

90%

high

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

90%

high

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

85%

high

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

82%

med

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

84%

high

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