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Welcome
                                                                          THE UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL               02
                                                                          LIVING ABROAD IN LIVERPOOL                04
                                                                          LIFE ON CAMPUS                            08

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                                                                          STUDY ABROAD OPPORTUNITIES                10
                                                                          STUDY ABROAD +ENGLISH                     11
                                                                          SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAMME                 12
                                                                          INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL               13
                                    A University                          WHAT CAN I STUDY?
                                                                          YOUR SUPPORT NETWORK
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                                    with heart                            ACCOMMODATION                             18

                                    in a city                             MONEY MATTERS
                                                                          TERM DATES
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                                    with soul                             HOW TO APPLY                              22
                                                                          CONTACT US                                23
                                                                          UK MAP                                    24
At the University of Liverpool we believe in offering all our students
the opportunity to become global citizens through interactions with a
variety of different cultures and peoples. Our Inbound Study Abroad
students help us create a truly international student body on campus
and I am delighted that you are considering the University of Liverpool
as your Study Abroad choice. We hope this guide will give you an
insight into our wonderful University and the historic and dynamic
city of Liverpool, and also provide the information you need to            Photography: Mark McNulty, McCoy
make one of the most exciting decisions of your academic career.           Wynne, The Roundhouse. Various front
We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant Liverpool                cover images, pages 04-07, used under
                                                                           Creative Commons from: Andy Miah,
student community.                                                         Ian Carroll, Beverley Goodwin, Roberto
                                                                           Taddeo, Alison Benbow, Calflier001’s,
Professor Dame Janet Beer                                                  Rebecca Boardman, Pete and Sue Adair
Vice-Chancellor                                                            and Marketing Liverpool, OH ME OH MY.
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                                                       Our History
                                                       Founded in 1881, the University of Liverpool
                  Joining clubs and societies on       is the original ‘redbrick’ university. We are one
                  campus is a fantastic way to make    of the founding members of the prestigious
                  new friends and meet-ups usually     Russell Group, comprising the top 24 research-
                                                       intensive universities in the UK, and we rank
                  involve food! I’ve been able to      in the top 200 universities worldwide for
                  meet people from lots of different   internationally recognised research. We are

            THE
                  countries. This University has       certain that with us you will have a world-class

     University
                                                       academic experience at an institution with
                  hundreds of societies so there’s     a distinguished and proud history.
                  bound to be one that catches
                                                       Our Expertise
                  your fancy.                          The University of Liverpool is a world-class

          LIVERPOOL
                  Rochelle                             player in many areas of academia. In science
                  Monash University, Australia         and engineering, we were a key partner

     OF
                                                       in the discoveries at the CERN reactor in
                                                       Switzerland and some of the world leaders
                                                       in chemistry are based at our University. We
                                                       are home to one of the UK’s top departments
                                                       of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology, the
                                                       only Institute of Irish Studies outside of Ireland
                                                       and an AACSB-accredited Management
                                                       School. Liverpool is at the forefront of
                                                       innovative treatments and healthcare, including
                                                       developing new drugs to tackle the Ebola
                                                       virus, and treatments to create a personalised
                                                       approach to healthcare.

                                                       Our Facilities
                                                       The University has two major libraries, the
                                                       Sydney Jones and the Harold Cohen, which
                                                       between them contain over 2.5 million
                                                       resources. The libraries are open 24/7
                                                       during term time.
                                                       Our award-winning Central Teaching
                                                       Laboratories offer cutting-edge learning
                                                       opportunities for students who take classes
                                                       in environmental sciences, physical sciences
                                                       and archaeology. Students have access to
                                                       over 2,000 PC’s across campus, high speed
                                                       Wi-Fi, virtual chat and project work support
                                                       through our Virtual Interactive Teaching at
                                                       Liverpool (VITAL).
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       Living                                                WHAT DO OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY?

     Abroad In
                                                             I chose the University of Liverpool because of its location. Liverpool
                                                             is in the north of England, making travelling within the UK and

      Liverpool
                                                             Ireland extremely easy. I spent so many weekends in Scotland,
                                                             Ireland, and Wales because they were all within a few hours on a
                                                             cheap train or plane. It made travelling every weekend a feasible
                                                             option which was extremely attractive to me.
                                                             My favourite thing about living in Liverpool was the culture
                                                             around the city. Everyone in the city and at the University was so
          HISTORY OF LIVERPOOL                               kind and welcoming. Most importantly they were all proud of their
          The history of Liverpool can be traced right       city and just wanted to show that to everyone. It was an amazing
          back to 1190. It is here where the River Mersey    environment to be in.
          meets the Irish Sea and the city is steeped in
          maritime history. Liverpool remained a small       Brett
          settlement until it established successful trade   Dalhousie University, Canada
          routes with Africa and the West Indies, India
          and the Far East.
          Over the next two centuries the volume
          of trade passing through the docks saw
                                                             I chose to study abroad in Liverpool partially because I thought it
          Liverpool grow into one of Britain’s most          wouldn’t be too overwhelming as English is spoken in the UK and
          important cities and it became known as ‘the
          New York of Europe’, reaching its pinnacle of
                                                             there are a lot of similarities to the US. I also heard that London can
          economic success at the start of the twentieth     be expensive and might not reflect the culture of the UK as a whole.
          century. Due to the importance of the docks,       Liverpool was small enough that I knew I could get to know it well,
          the city suffered relentless bombing during
          World War II, a blitz second only to London’s.     but large enough that there was lots to explore and be introduced to.
          Starting in the early 1960s, the city became       My favorite thing about Liverpool was the ease of living there.
          internationally renowned for its youth
          culture, particularly music and the distinctive    Everything was accessible – groceries, restaurants, shops, night
          “Merseybeat” sound which became                    life, and fun activities. These were all in walking distance and I
          synonymous with The Beatles.
                                                             almost never had to use public transport. This allowed me to take
          Liverpool’s impressive waterfront is a             advantage of everything Liverpool provided because most things
          UNESCO World Heritage Site and this city,
          named as the European Capital of Culture           were a quick and enjoyable walk away.
          2008, now has a global reputation for sport,
          music, and architecture. The people of             Emmalie
                                                             Boston College, USA
          Liverpool are strong-willed and determined,
          famously friendly and welcoming, witty and
          most of all, intensely proud of their city.
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                                             Music and                                                                                                            EATING OUT
          Culture                            festivals                                sport                               Shopping                                and Night
                                                                                                                                                                      Life
                                                                                                                                                                                                       relaxing

     With more galleries and museums     Whether you prefer to see big         Liverpool is sport mad. Home           Liverpool is a shopping                There is an incredible range of        In the south of the city you will find
     than any city outside London,       names in stadium size venues          to two of the Premier League’s         destination to rival any city.         cafés, bistros and restaurants in      Sefton Park and Lark Lane, home
     Liverpool is an ‘art-lovers’        or the newest unknown talent in       biggest football teams, both home      Liverpool One houses 160 shops         Liverpool appealing to all tastes      to chilled-out bars, restaurants
     paradise; from old masters to       underground clubs, Liverpool          grounds are a mile or so from the      that are open late into the evening,   and budgets. There’s hearty food to    and an eclectic mix of independent
     modern masterpieces and cutting-    is the place to be. Classical music   city centre. Aintree Racecourse is     along with restaurants and a           be had in the chilled out, bohemian    shops. Or head to the north of the
     edge film, photography and visual   fans should not miss the world        home to one of the highlights of the   multiplex cinema. Nearby, there        surroundings of Hope Street or you     city to find Formby which offers an
     arts. Turn a corner in Liverpool    renowned Royal Liverpool              annual horse racing calendar, the      is high-end and designer fashion       could enjoy fine dining alongside      unspoilt stretch of National Trust
     and you will stumble across a       Philharmonic Orchestra. Year-         Grand National. Locally there is       at the Met Quarter and Cavern          breath-taking 360o views across        coastline or Crosby Beach to see
     theatre venue; the most renowned    round Liverpool draws crowds          county cricket, golf on “England’s     Walks and just a short walk from       the city from Panoramic 34.            Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’
     of which stage premieres by local   to its internationally acclaimed      Golf Coast”, Rugby League at St        there you can find small, eclectic        Chinatown                           an installation of 100 life-size
     and international writers, as       music and cultural festivals.         Helens and Widnes, and ample           boutiques and quirky shops, in            Panoramic 34                        statues. Liverpool is also within
     well as hosting popular touring     You can be sure Liverpool is          opportunities for water sports on      Bold Street, offering a range             The Quarter                         easy reach of the Lake District,
     West End productions.               always celebrating something.         the coastal outskirts of the city.     of styles from urban streetwear           Papillon                            North Wales and the Peak District.
                                                                                  Liverpool FC                        to vintage.                               Leaf                                   Sefton Park
       Walker Art Gallery                   Echo Arena Liverpool
       Tate Liverpool                       Royal Liverpool Philharmonic          Everton FC                             Liverpool ONE                          Neon Jamon                             Calderstones Park
       FACT                                 Camp and Furnace                      Aintree Racecourse                     Met Quarter                            Shipping Forecast                      Lark Lane
       Bluecoat                             Liverpool Guild of Students           Liverpool Cricket Club                 Cavern Walks                           Kingdom                                Albert Dock
       Museum of Liverpool                  Liverpool Sound City                  Royal Birkdale                         Grand Central                          Heebie Jeebies                         Formby
       The Liverpool Slavery                Liverpool International Music         Royal Liverpool Golf Club              Bold Street                                                                   Crosby Beach
       Museum                               Festival                              St Helens Rugby FC                                                                                                   Lake District
       Merseyside Maritime                  Africa Oyé                                                                                                                                                 Peak District
       Museum                               Creamfields                                                               Lonely Planet rated Bold Street as     With over 250 bars, pubs, clubs           North Wales
                                            Brouhaha                                                                  one of the best shopping streets in    and student nights to pick from it’s
       Everyman                                                                                                       the UK.                                no surprise users of Trip Advisor
       Liverpool Playhouse                  Brazilica                                                                                                        voted Liverpool as Britain’s Best
       Liverpool Empire                     Liverpool Pride                                                                                                  Nightlife Destination.
       Unity Theatre                        Mersey River Festival
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     We know that you expect an exciting student life when you
     choose your Study Abroad destination. Here at the University
     of Liverpool, we’re confident that the experiences you have with
     us will be unrivalled.

     LIVERPOOL GUILD                                    Support whenever you need us. Whether
                                                        you need help to settle in or support during   SPORT LIVERPOOL                                    ORIENTATION
     OF STUDENTS                                        your studies, we’re here for you. We’re a
                                                        friendly, helpful bunch and quick and easy
                                                                                                       Whatever your sporting interests and ability
                                                                                                       there is something for everyone at Liverpool.
                                                                                                                                                          AND EVENTS
     The Liverpool Guild of Students was voted                                                                                                            Of course, you’ll also have the opportunity
                                                        to contact.                                    Join one of our 53 student-led sport clubs
     the best student union in the UK (2016) and                                                                                                          to get involved with activities arranged by
                                                                                                       or participate in sport at a recreational level.
     for good reason! As soon as you join the           Campaigning for positive change. We are                                                           the Study Abroad team, which will help
                                                                                                       There are internal leagues in football, netball
     University of Liverpool, you automatically         a democratic organisation and we listen to                                                        you get to know your peers, the University
                                                                                                       and hockey and the opportunity to play
     become a member of the Guild of Students,          students and will fight for the things which                                                      and our city.
                                                                                                       organised badminton, futsal, volleyball,
     your students’ union, and have access to           matter most to you. As our logo suggests,
                                                                                                       table tennis and basketball.                         Orientation. At the Study Abroad
     wonderful opportunities to try new things,         we fly the flag and provide effective
                                                                                                       Our Sports and Fitness Centre at the heart           Orientation the team will talk you through
     enjoy sports and societies, and get involved       representation for all students.
                                                                                                       of campus offers a wide variety of facilities        the important information about studying
     with the student and local communities.
                                                        Find out more at liverpoolguild.org            and services including a 25 metre swimming           in Liverpool and you will meet your peers.
     We believe you deserve the best. We offer:                                                        pool, squash courts, fitness suite, bouldering       Welcome and farewell events. Twice a year
     Give it a Go! Our Give it a Go campaign offers                                                    wall and dance studios. There are also daily         we say ‘hello’ and ‘see you soon’ to our

                                                                      98%
     a packed programme of activities and events                                                       group exercise classes for all levels of ability     home and international students coming
     for you to get involved in that will help you to                                                  including Spinning, Pilates and HIIT. We also        and going from Liverpool.
     explore Liverpool, the UK and British culture,                                                    provide Les Mills BodyPump, BodyBalance              Study Abroad culture calendar. These
     with all activities at reduced prices.                                                            and GRIT classes.                                    events, available exclusively to Study
     Opportunities to boost                                         of inbound Study                   Off campus at our Wyncote Sports Ground              Abroad students, are an opportunity to
                                                                                                                                                            see Liverpool from a local’s point of view!
     your skills. We have over                                    Abroad students would                we have 10 football pitches, four rugby pitches,
                                                                                                                                                            Join us for activities such as day trips, food
     200 student-run societies                                  recommend the University               two lacrosse pitchs, floodlit hockey astro,
                                                                                                                                                            tours and theatre trips, to make friends and
     which you can get involved                                   of Liverpool as a Study              football 3G pitch and 3G rugby training area.
                                                                                                                                                            learn a little more about our amazing city!
     in, along with a wide range                                   Abroad destination                                                                       (A small fee may be charged to attend
     of volunteering opportunities
                                                                       Study Abroad student                                                                 some of the events).
     to help develop your skills                                           survey 2017
     and boost your CV.
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     study abroad                                                                                     Study Abroad
     opportunities                                                                                                                                     +English
          at the University of Liverpool
                                                                                                     Participate in our 6- or 10-week English              How to Apply
                                                                                                     language pre-sessional course in the                  Students should apply through our Study
                                                                                                     summer before studying abroad for                     Abroad application form, which can be found
     The opportunities available for                   Study Abroad
                                                        Come to Liverpool for either a
                                                                                                     Semester One or the full academic year                on our website. During the application process,
     you to study at the University                     semester only or full academic year.
                                                                                                     Study to meet our English language entry              you’ll be able to indicate that you’d like to
                                                                                                                                                           join the Study Abroad +English programme.
                                                                                                     requirements or simply to enhance your
     of Liverpool depend on what                        Students can choose modules from
                                                                                                     language skills before the semester begins!           At this time, we will confirm whether you’ll
     type of partnership your                           across the University of Liverpool
                                                        catalogue to suit your academic needs        Take advantage of cultural activities and             participate in the 6- or 10-week English
     university has with us:                            Fully immerse yourself in UK culture
                                                                                                     Liverpool’s brilliant summer events to help           course based on your current level of English.
                                                                                                                                                           Students who already meet our English
                                                        by studying alongside Liverpool              you settle in to life in the UK.
       International Exchange: your university has                                                                                                         language requirements may still participate in
                                                        students and living in a choice of
       an exchange partnership with us. Students                                                   Fees and Dates                                          the 6-week course to improve their language
                                                        on or off campus accommodation
       from European partner universities may                                                      Students can participate in the 6- or 10-week           ability before studying abroad.
                                                        Get involved with student activities by
       still be able to study with us on exchange.                                                 English language pre-sessional course
                                                        joining the University Sports & Fitness                                                            Entry requirements:
       Please see our website for more details                                                     in advance of Semester One. For students
                                                        Centre or any of our 200+ student                                                                    A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or
                                                                                                   who don’t yet meet our English language
       Visiting Study Abroad: you can study here        societies, you can even experience                                                                   equivalent). You can be in any year of study,
                                                        an academic international field trip.      requirements, your current level will determine
       as a fee paying visiting student even if                                                                                                              however, we strongly discourage students
                                                                                                   which length course you’ll enroll in. Students
       your university doesn’t have an exchange                                                                                                              from coming to Liverpool in their final year
                                                       Research                                    who do already meet our requirement are
       agreement with us. Visiting students from                                                                                                             unless coming for Semester One only.
                                                        International students have the option     encouraged to attend the 6-week course.
       partner universities will receive a 10%
                                                        to gain invaluable research experience
       tuition discount.
                                                        alongside our world leading academics
                                                                                                   		                                                   Tuition 		                                   Tuition
     As a globally focused university we are            Choose to either take a research module    Course length Semester One                           fee       Full Year                          fee
     proud to welcome hundreds of students              for a full semester alongside your other
                                                        semester classes, or as a part of our      6-weeks             02/08/2021–28/01/2022            £10,560     02/08/2021–03/06/2022            £17,265
     every year to study, research or participate
     in our International Summer School here            Summer Research Programme                  10-weeks            05/07/2021–28/01/2022            £12,210     05/07/2021–03/06/2022             £18,915
     in Liverpool. Whatever your study abroad           All research modules are worth
                                                                                                   The tuition fees noted above include both the English language pre-sessional course as well as the study
     ambitions, there is an option for you!             15 University of Liverpool credits!        abroad semester or year. This is a discounted rate for students participating in Study Abroad +English.

     Study Abroad +English                             International Summer School                 English language requirements:
       Take part in our 6- or 10-week English           Spend a summer in this amazing city        The IELTS score I                            6-week English                   10-week English
       language course in the summer                    at our International Summer School         need to study abroad                         course requirement               course requirement
       before studying abroad for Semester              Choose from a wide range of credit-        Humanities and Social Sciences               Overall score 6.0                Overall score 5.5
       One or the full academic year                    bearing modules such as Art and
                                                                                                   Direct entry 6.5 with minimum                with minimum of 5.5              with minimum of 5.5
       Participate in cultural programming in the       Architecture and International Business
                                                                                                   of 5.5 in each component                     in each component                in each component
       summer whilst taking English language            See page 13 for more details.
       classes to help you get settled in Liverpool.                                               Science and Engineering                      Overall score 5.5                Overall score 5.5
                                                                                                   Direct entry 6.0 with minimum                with minimum of 5.5              with minimum of 5.0
                                                                                                   of 5.5 in each component                     in each component                in each component
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                                                                                                                        International
         Research programme
                                                                                                                        Summer School
                                                                                                                          Spend a summer in our amazing city                      Have the summer of a lifetime on our
                                                                                                                          voted students choice for best City Life                International Summer School, where you
       Participate in one of our academic’s                     How to Apply
       research projects via our Summer                                                                                   in the UK by WhatUni? 2018                              have the opportunity to spend between
                                                                You must submit an online application
       Research Programme (all project modules                                                                            Choose from subject areas such as Art                   3-6 weeks in the UK studying exciting
                                                                form by 15 March. As part of the application
       are worth 15 University of Liverpool credits).                                                                     and Architecture, International Business,               classes and enjoying life in Liverpool. You’ll
                                                                process, you are asked to upload your
       Previous participants have had their work                                                                          Music and Visual Arts and Science                       stay in on campus accommodation, close
                                                                academic transcript, a personal statement
       published in academic journals after                                                                               – all classes are credit bearing                        to the city centre with access to all the
                                                                outlining your interest in the project you are
       completing the programme!                                                                                          Enjoy a brilliant social programme with                 University amenities including gym, Guild of
                                                                applying for and proof of English language
                                                                                                                          excursions and activities to help you                   Students and a host of bars and restaurants.
       Projects are typically available in                      qualifications (if required). Some projects
                                                                                                                          make the most of your time in the UK.                   Find out more on our webpages!
       Engineering, Psychology, Life Science,                   require specific qualifications/experience,
       Computer Science, Humanities and                         you should state how you meet these
       Social Sciences. For a full list of project              requirements in your personal statement.
       opportunities and descriptions, please                                                                           Fees for the International Summer School (ISS) in 2021
                                                                Application Requirements:
       visit our website
                                                                 A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or                    		                                                     Tuition      Accommodation                        Total
       You also get the opportunity to enjoy                                                                            Course length Course dates                             fee          fee                                  fee
                                                                 equivalent). You can be in any year of study
       a range of cultural activities (optional)
                                                                 (however supervisors may require specific              Full Programme 13/06/2021–23/07/2021 £3,400                         £1,000                               £4,400
       to experience the real Liverpool.
                                                                 experience to participate in their project)            (Weeks 1-6)
     Fees and Dates                                              You must meet the English language                     Weeks 1-3 13/06/2021–02/07/2021 £1,800                              £550                                 £2,350
     There are 3 intake dates over the summer                    requirements listed on our website.                    Programme
     (see table for dates). Each intake has an                                                                          Weeks 4-6 01/07/2021–23/07/2021 £1,800                              £550                                 £2,350
     orientation session that you must attend.                                                                          Programme

     Session                Module                    4-week                  8-week                  12-week           Students from exchange partners may be able to apply for a tuition free place – check with your
     start date             length                    end date                end date                end date          International Office to see if this applies to you. Fee paying students from partner universities will
                                                                                                                        receive a 10% tuition discount.
     6 June 2021 4, 8, or 12 weeks                    3 July                  31 July                 28 August
     (Session 1)		                                    2021                    2021                    2021              For more information and to apply to the International Summer School visit
                                                                                                                        liverpool.ac.uk/internationalsummerschool
     4 July 2021  4 or 8 weeks                        31 July                 28 August               n/a
     (Session 2)		                                    2021                    2021
     1 August 2021 4 weeks                            28 August               n/a                     n/a
     (Session 3)		                                    2021

     Project timescales will be confirmed with your supervisor once you accept your offer. You must also attend a
     poster presentation as a part of your final assessment (the date for this will be agreed with your supervisor).
     Summer 2021 Research Programme Tuition Fee: £2,000 (for 4, 8 and 12 week options).
     Students from exchange partners may be eligible to apply for a tuition free place – please check with your
     International Office to see if this applies to you. Fee paying students from partner universities will receive a
     10% tuition discount.
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                                                             A global
                                                            network of                                                                               The University of

                                                         228,000
                                                                                                                                                  Liverpool Management
                                                                                                                                                  School is one of an elite
                                                                                                                                                   group of institutions
                                  Top 25 UK University                                                                                                worldwide to be
                                   targeted by global
                                  graduate employers
                                                           alumni in over
                                                           170 countries                                          Est. 1881                          AACSB-Accredited

              What can I
                                                                               Faculty of Health                    Music                      Faculty of Science
                                                                               and Life Sciences                    Philosophy                 and Engineering

     Study?
                                                                               Institute of Life                  School of Histories,         School of Electrical
                                                                               and Human Sciences                 Languages and Cultures       Engineering, Electronics
                                                                                 School of Life Sciences            Archaeology, Classics      and Computer Science
                                                                               – Anatomy and Human Biology          and Egyptology               Computer Science
                                                                               – Biochemistry                       History                      Electrical Engineering
                                                                               – Bioveterinary Science              Irish Studies                and Electronics
                                                                               – Genetics                           Modern Languages           School of Engineering
                                                                               – Human Physiology                   and Cultures               – Aerospace
                                                                               – Microbiology                       Politics                   – Architectural
                                                                               – Pharmacology                     School of Law                – Civil
                                                                               – Tropical Disease Biology         and Social Justice           – Industrial Design
     AN INTRODUCTION TO OUR PROGRAMMES BY SUBJECT AREA                         – Zoology
                                                                                 School of Psychology
                                                                                                                    Law
                                                                                                                    Sociology, Social Policy
                                                                                                                                               – Mechanical
                                                                                                                                               School of Environmental
     At the University of Liverpool you can choose from an extensive           Institute of Veterinary Sciences     and Criminology            Sciences
                                                                                                                  University of Liverpool
     range of programmes to study in our dynamic, international                Faculty of Humanities              Management School
                                                                                                                                                 Earth, Ocean and Ecological
                                                                                                                                                 Sciences
     research-led environment. Erasmus+ students should select at least        and Social Sciences
                                                                               School of the Arts
                                                                                                                    Accounting and Finance
                                                                                                                    Business Economics
                                                                                                                                                 Geography and Planning

     50% of their modules from the subject area listed on the agreement          Architecture                       Business Management
                                                                                                                                               School of Physical Sciences
                                                                                                                                                 Chemistry
     between Liverpool and their home university; consult your Study             Communication and Media
                                                                                 English
                                                                                                                    Economics
                                                                                                                    International Business
                                                                                                                                                 Mathematical Sciences
     Abroad team for details.                                                                                       Marketing
                                                                                                                                                 Physics

  97%
  of our English students find
their programme “intellectually   Russell Group
                                                                             1st
                                                                             Chemistry is 1st in the
                                                                            UK for 4* and 3*research              Best Students’
    stimulating” (NSS 2016)
                                    Member                                         (THE 2014)
                                                                                                                   Union 2016
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     support
                                                                                                                                       Choosing to spend time on Study Abroad is
                                                                                                                                       a big decision and we know that having the
                                                                                                                                       correct support in place is very important

        Network
                                                                                                                                       to you. Whatever help you may need at
                                                                                                                                       any point in your student life here in
                                                                                                                                       Liverpool, we have a network of dedicated
                                                                                                                                       professionals to support you.

     The Study Abroad team                            International Opportunities Advisors/             Health                                           Childcare
     Throughout your Study Abroad adventure           Student Experience teams                          Brownlow Health is a full general practice on    There is a 68-place Children’s Centre on
     with us, you’ll be supported by our dedicated    Every subject area at the University has an       campus offering medical services to students.    campus, which provides day care (and play
     Study Abroad team. We will be your main          International Opportunities Advisor. This is      You can contact Student Health on                schemes during the school holidays).
     central University contact throughout your       a lecturer based in the school(s)/department(s)   T: +44 (0)151 285 4578/4784                      kidsinbloom.co.uk/kib-university-of-liverpool
     experience, from your application to             that you will be studying in, who can assist
     returning home.                                  you with any academic-related queries.            Religion                                         Support for disabled students
                                                      There are also Student Experience teams in        There are places of worship for virtually all    We work closely with academic departments
     Study Abroad buddies                             every school who can assist you with queries      faiths in Liverpool and we can help you find     and students to ensure you can be supported
     All inbound students have the opportunity to     regarding timetables, exams and any other         them. Faith Express is the hub for all faiths    as fully as possible. Every student has their
     be paired with a Liverpool student (a buddy)     administrative questions.                         on campus. E: faithexpress@liverpool.ac.uk       own needs and we will work with you to
     who has studied abroad themselves, to help                                                                                                          establish a support system that works for
     you get to know our University and great city.   International Advice and Guidance team            Counselling Service                              you. If you would like to discuss your needs,
     You can request a buddy on your application      If you have any queries relating to your visa,    We understand that sometimes student life        please call T: +44 (0)151 795 8634 or email
     form and they will contact you before you        working during your studies, indeed anything      can be stressful and it can help to talk to a    E: disteam@liverpool.ac.uk liverpool.ac.uk/
     arrive in Liverpool.                             related to being an international student our     professional. Whilst you are with us you will    studentsupport/disability
                                                      friendly team works with students, academic       have access to our Counselling Service. Our
                                                      departments and our Liverpool Guild of            experienced counsellors offer professional,
                                                      Students to support you. liverpool.ac.uk/         confidential support where you can talk about
                                                      studentsupport/international                      any issues that may be affecting your studies
                                                                                                        or general wellbeing. liverpool.ac.uk/counserv
accommodation
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        Accommodation prices in the Study Abroad Village
        (Tudor Close & Melville Grove) for 2020/21
        Bed size     Room cost        Semester One         Semester One     Semester Two       Semester Two
                     (per week)       length (weeks)       cost             length (weeks)     cost
        Single       £142.73          19                   £2,711.87        20                 £2,854.60
        Double       £149.59          19                   £2,842.21        20                 £2,991.80
        Prices for 2021/22 will be posted on our website once available.

        The University has a range                             We understand that student accommodation
                                                               is about the whole experience and not just
        of accommodation options                               the room. In all of our halls you are entering
        including the popular Study                            a supportive and safe environment where
                                                               you will feel at home from the very beginning.
        Abroad Village.                                        Our team of Residential Advisors and Hall
                                                               Student Committees are there to enhance
        The Study Abroad Village (Tudor Close
                                                               your residence experience and you will be
        and Melville Grove) is open to both
                                                               invited to social activities to help you get to
        inbound exchange students and home
                                                               know everybody living in your hall. It is often
        students from Liverpool who have studied
                                                               these initial friendships you make that stay
        abroad. Additionally there are a range of
                                                               with you throughout your time at university,
        accommodation options both on-and-off
                                                               and long after you’ve left.
        campus to choose from.
          Full Year students are guaranteed a place
          Semester One students can apply for a
          room in the Study Abroad Village – rooms
          are allocated on a first come, first served
          basis but there are usually enough rooms
          for students who request one
          Semester Two students are guaranteed
          a room in campus accommodation, where
          possible in the Study Abroad Village.
money  Term
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     Matters   dates
     Liverpool is one of the largest cities in the
     UK. Yet despite its global reputation for sport,
     music, architecture and a wealth of culture
                                                        Students from partner
     for you to explore, it is actually one of the      universities in the USA, Canada,
     most cost-effective, student friendly cities
     in the UK. Your actual living costs will vary
                                                        Hong Kong and Singapore
     according to your lifestyle, however a typical     are able to sit Semester One
     undergraduate exchange student, living in          Liverpool exams at their home
     on campus accommodation estimates their
     monthly living costs as:
                                                        university. All other Semester
     Expenditure                        Cost
                                                        One students, and all students
     Accommodation                      £550-£650
                                                        taking Semester Two exams,
     Food                               £100            must be present at the
     Mobile phone                       £15             University of Liverpool to sit
     Leisure/entertainment              £120            their exams.
     Study costs
     (books/photocopying)               £10
     Laundry                            £20
     Gym membership                     £20
                                                        Academic Year 2021/22
     Total monthly costs                £835-£935
                                                        Welcome Week 		                     20 September – 24 September
                                                        Semester One        Weeks 1-12      27 September – 17 December
                                                                            Winter Break    20 December – 7 January

     It’s not just about gaining a different                                Exams           10 January – 28 January
                                                        Semester Two        Orientation     Sunday 30 January
     perspective on your studies either,
                                                                            Weeks 1-10      31 January – 1 April
     studying abroad has transformed
                                                                            Easter Break    4 April – 22 April
     the way I think about my family,                                       Weeks 11-12     25 April – 13 May
     my friends and the wider world.                                        Exams           16 May – 3 June
     Hannah
     Monash University, Australia
                                                        For future term dates, please see
                                                        liverpool.ac.uk/term-dates
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                                                                                                             The Study Abroad Team
                                                                                                             Back row: Niall, Josh, Sarah, Jo, Rachel
     Exchange Students                                     Visiting students                                 Front row: Aimee, Katie, Rich, Nia
     In order to study on an exchange programme            If you wish to apply, please complete the
     at the University of Liverpool you must first         application form on our website liverpool.
     speak to your International Office to be              ac.uk/study-abroad/inbound/study-in-
                                                                                                             We hope that this guide has answered any
     nominated by your home institution. Once              liverpool/how-do-i-apply/
                                                                                                             initial questions you might have about the
     nominated you will be able to complete the
                                                           Fees for Visiting students in the                 University and city of Liverpool and our Study
     online application process.
                                                           2021/22 academic year are:                        Abroad opportunities, but if you have any
     The deadlines for applications are as follows:        Semester only
                                                                                                             queries, please don’t hesitate to contact us:        Though I have not been
       Semester One and Full Year: 1 May                   Semester only: £8,990                             E: saenq@liverpool.ac.uk                            here long, I have already
       Semester Two: 15 November.                          Full Year Abroad: £16,350                         T: +44(0) 151 795 5508
                                                                                                             liverpool.ac.uk/incomingexchange
                                                                                                                                                               accumulated a list of things
                                                           For the latest application and fee information,
     If your first language is not English you will also
                                                           please visit our website liverpool.ac.uk/
                                                                                                                                                              I love about this town. Every
     need to show that you have an appropriate
     English language qualification. For the full          study-abroad/inbound/study-in-liverpool/                                                            day I see, hear or experience
     list of acceptable qualifications please see          fees-and-dates                                                                                       something new and I know
     liverpool.ac.uk/study-abroad/inbound/
     study-in-liverpool/entry-requirements
                                                                                                                                                              this list will continue to grow.
                                                                                                                                                                            Amishaa
     If you do not currently meet the English                                                                                                                       Monash Universtiy, Australia
     language entry requirements, you may be
     eligible to participate in our Study Abroad
     +English programme. Contact us for more
     details.
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                                                   BELFAST                          EDINBURGH
                                                                        GLASGOW

                    Distance                                                                     NEWCASTLE
                    from Liverpool
                    Miles    Kilometers
     Manchester     32        50                                                                         YORK

     Leeds          65        105                                                            LEEDS

     Birmingham 80            126
                                                                         LIVERPOOL       MANCHESTER
     York           95        140
     Newcastle      125       200
     Cardiff        135       215
     Bristol        137       220
     Belfast        145       233                                           BIRMINGHAM

     Edinburgh      175       280                                                                               NORWICH
                                                              CARDIFF
     Glasgow        177       285
                                                                          BRISTOL
     London         180       290
     Plymouth       220       350
                                                                                                LONDON
                                                   PLYMOUTH

     Having two international airports Liverpool
     (LPL) and Manchester (MAN) so close
     provides great access to daily flights to
     many European destinations and beyond!
The University of Liverpool
Liverpool L69 7ZX
E: saenq@liverpool.ac.uk
liverpool.ac.uk/incomingexchange
    @LivUniAbroad
    /LivUniAbroad
    @LivUniAbroad

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cannot be held responsible for any use which may be made of the
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