About the University of Liverpool
Founded in 1881, the University of Liverpool was one of the first civic (city) universities in the UK. Today the University is an international provider and offers over 300 degrees at undergraduate level, over 100 degrees at Master’s level and opportunities for research in 54 broad subject areas.
The University is ranked 121 in the world (according to the QS World University rankings 2010) and is a member of the elite Russell Group of leading research-intensive UK universities.
A vibrant student community
The University of Liverpool is the 19th most popular choice for applicants with 29,465 applications per annum (Sunday Times 2010). Around 15,000 full-time students are registered at the University, approximately 2,500 of which are from outside the UK.
An international reputation
The University is ranked 121 in the world (QS World University Rankings 2010). With the largest student union in the UK, international students are able to make the most of their UK university experience with this international provider.
The University rose to 29th place in The Sunday Times 2011, which is unsurprising given that no less than nine noble prize winners have been students at the University. Allan Dowie whose research assisted in ridding the modern world of small pox, Professor William Blair-Bell’s work in chemotherapy as a form of cancer treatment, and Professor Rodney Porter’s discovery of the chemical properties of antibodies name just a few of the University’s globally distinguished researchers.
In the most recent Research Assessment Exercise (published in December 2008), 53% of the University’s research staff were ranked as world-leading or internationally excellent, further boosting their profile as an international provider.
Science and Engineering
In The Times Good University Guide 2012 Subject Rankings, the University of Liverpool excelled in Science and Engineering courses. It was ranked 17th for Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering, 17th for Chemistry and 9th for Mechanical Engineering.
An outstanding student experience
The University consults regularly with its students to ensure that it continues to deliver a high-quality all-round student experience.
With £200m investment recently spent on the campus including the library, you can be sure you are getting the very best facilities and an international quality education.
International quality: Guild of Students
The Liverpool Guild of Students aims to ensure that your student experience is everything you hope it will be – and more. It offers a wide range of activities in areas from art and sport to politics and religion. It also offers advice, social events and a space for you to simply hang out and discuss your studies.
An international community
At the University of Liverpool, you will be part of a learning community of students from over 100 different countries. The extensive welfare and support network which includes your dedicated career advisers means that you will receive an education to be proud of.
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