Liverpool John Moores University
LJMU traces its roots to the Liverpool Mechanics' Institute of 1823 and is now one of the largest universities in the north west. It is best known for sport and exercise science, maritime and logistics, business, health, engineering and the creative industries.
About LJMU
The university has spent heavily on its city-centre estate: the Copperas Hill campus and the new Student Life building sit near Lime Street station, and the Byrom Street campus houses science and engineering.
Liverpool is a UNESCO City of Music with low living costs, and LJMU's January intake across many master's programmes suits students on a tight timeline.
Strong subjects
Entry at a glance
| English | IELTS 6.0 for undergraduate, 6.0 to 6.5 for postgraduate; MOI accepted for many countries |
| Intakes | September; January |
| Undergraduate fees | £16,600 to £17,900 a year |
| Postgraduate fees | £17,300 to £19,000 a year |
| Application fee | None |
| Deposit | £3,000 for international students |
Fees are indicative for 2026/27. We confirm the exact figure with the university before you apply.
Courses
A selection. Ask us for the full list, or for a course that is not shown here.
| Course | Level | Length | Indicative fee | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Data Science | Postgraduate | 1 year | £18,250 | Sep, Jan |
| MSc International Business Management | Postgraduate | 1 year | £17,750 | Sep, Jan |
| MSc Sport Science | Postgraduate | 1 year | £18,250 | Sep |
| MSc Civil Engineering | Postgraduate | 1 year | £18,500 | Sep, Jan |
| BSc (Hons) Computer Science | Undergraduate | 3 years | £17,300 | Sep |
| MSc Maritime Operations and Management | Postgraduate | 1 year | £18,250 | Sep, Jan |
| MBA | Postgraduate | 1 year | £19,000 | Sep, Jan |
Campus and student life
Student life
A famously friendly city with a music heritage, two Premier League clubs and the Albert Dock waterfront.
Accommodation
University-approved halls across the city centre at some of the lowest rents of any major UK city.
Facilities
Ship simulators, sport science labs used by professional clubs, a mock courtroom and cyber security labs.
Careers
Placement modules across business and engineering; strong maritime links with the Port of Liverpool.
Questions about LJMU
What is LJMU known for?
Sport science, maritime, business, health and engineering, with a practical, employer-facing style of teaching.
Does LJMU have a January intake?
Yes, across many postgraduate and some undergraduate programmes.
How cheap is Liverpool for students?
One of the cheapest large cities in England: rooms from £400 to £650 a month and a compact centre you can walk.
Are there scholarships at LJMU?
Yes, international scholarships of £2,000 to £3,000 for eligible students, plus early payment discounts.
Interested in LJMU?
Send us your results. We will tell you which of its courses you can get into and what the year will cost.