Merseyside, England
Study in Liverpool

Apply to a Liverpool university with UKUNI

Liverpool is one of the UK's most affordable and welcoming student cities, with a Russell Group university and globally recognised performing arts and maritime heritage.

4
Universities
70,000+
Students
1
Russell Group
£450/mo
Avg. rent

Liverpool is home to the Russell Group University of Liverpool, the large modern Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), Liverpool Hope and the world-famous Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA). The city offers an exceptionally low cost of living for a major UK student destination.

Universities in Liverpool

University of Liverpool

Russell Group

Medicine, engineering, veterinary science.

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)

Modern

Sport science, journalism, business and engineering.

Liverpool Hope University

Modern

Education, theology and social sciences.

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA)

Specialist

Acting, music, sound technology and dance.

Why study in Liverpool?

  • Russell Group University of Liverpool — one of the UK's original red-brick universities.
  • Lowest student living costs among major UK cities.
  • Two UNESCO designations: City of Music and Maritime Mercantile City.
  • Growing creative, digital and life-sciences sectors.

Student living costs

Student accommodation (halls)£500–£800/month
Private shared flat£350–£550/month
Total monthly estimate£800–£1,100/month

How UKUNI helps Liverpool applicants

  • University of Liverpool application strategy across medicine, veterinary and engineering.
  • Foundation year routes at LJMU and Hope.
  • Portfolio and audition preparation guidance for LIPA applicants.
Frequently asked questions

Studying in Liverpool — FAQs

Is Liverpool a cheap city for students?+

Yes. Liverpool consistently ranks as one of the cheapest UK student cities, with private student rent often under £400 a month and total monthly costs around £800–£1,100.

Is the University of Liverpool in the Russell Group?+

Yes. The University of Liverpool is a founding member of the Russell Group of UK research-intensive universities.

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