About the university
Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) traces its roots to the Liverpool Mechanics and Apprentices Library of 1823. It became a university in 1992 and is named after Sir John Moores, the Liverpool businessman who founded Littlewoods.
LJMU is one of the larger universities in the north-west of England, with city-centre campuses in Liverpool. It is known for sport and exercise science, astrophysics, maritime studies, pharmacy, engineering and business.
For Indian students the attraction is a clear fee structure (£17,250 or £18,740 a year for most master's courses in 2027/28) and a £4,000 regional scholarship for Indian postgraduates, applied automatically. Some master's courses also start in January.
Liverpool is a port city with a lower cost of living than London, a large student population and good rail links to Manchester (under an hour) and London.
- Roots
- Traces its history to the Liverpool Mechanics and Apprentices Library of 1823; university status in 1992
- Type
- Public university
- Total students
- About 23,500 (23,545 in THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 15% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 17 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Intakes
- September for all courses; January as well for some master's courses
Rankings
THE World University Rankings 2027
551–600 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
76th of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,740
- Duration
- 1 year full time (2-year route also offered)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each component)
- Postgraduate
Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning) MSc
- Fee / year
- £18,740
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £17,250
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (no component below 5.5)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,740
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
Computing and Information Systems MSc
- Fee / year
- £18,740
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
International Business and Management MSc
- Fee / year
- £17,250
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £17,250
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September
- English
- IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £18,740
- Duration
- 1 year (full time)
- Intakes
- September; January
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (5.5 in each component)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Data Science MSc | 1 year full time (2-year route also offered) | £18,740 | ≈ ₹22.9 lakh |
| Artificial Intelligence (Machine Learning) MSc | 1 year (full time) | £18,740 | ≈ ₹22.9 lakh |
| Business Analytics and AI MSc | 1 year (full time) | £17,250 | ≈ ₹21 lakh |
| Cyber Security MSc | 1 year (full time) | £18,740 | ≈ ₹22.9 lakh |
| Computing and Information Systems MSc | 1 year (full time) | £18,740 | ≈ ₹22.9 lakh |
| International Business and Management MSc | 1 year (full time) | £17,250 | ≈ ₹21 lakh |
| Management MSc | 1 year (full time) | £17,250 | ≈ ₹21 lakh |
| Project Management MSc | 1 year (full time) | £18,740 | ≈ ₹22.9 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Liverpool John Moores University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Postgraduate taught
Postgraduate Regional Scholarship 2027/28
Value: £4,000 off tuition fees (each year on a 2-year master's)
Eligibility: Self-funded applicants from selected regions, including India, who have firmly accepted their offer. Applied automatically. Not for courses with fees under £17,250, LLM Legal Practice or the PGCert Foundations in Law.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Undergraduate
Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship
Value: £3,000 off tuition fees each year
Eligibility: Self-funded international applicants who have firmly accepted their offer and have not already studied an LJMU undergraduate degree. Applied automatically.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - All taught courses
Early Payment Discount
Value: £500 off first-year tuition (higher Early Bird discounts on some listed courses)
Eligibility: Self-funded international students who pay by the required deadlines.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - One-year master's at any UK university
Chevening Scholarships
Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee
Eligibility: Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Standard XII with about 65% (the India page gives this as a guide; courses can differ).
- Apply through UCAS; a foundation route is available through the LJMU International Study Centre.
Postgraduate
- A bachelor's degree with about 55%, treated as a UK 2:2.
- Some courses ask for more or for a related subject: Professional Accounting asks for a 2:1, and Data Science asks for a numerate, scientific or computing degree.
- A £5,000 deposit is needed before the university issues your CAS. Fees can then be paid in full or in three instalments.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Standard XII mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (for postgraduate courses)
- English test score, or Standard XII English marks that meet the waiver
- Personal statement
- Reference
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Usually 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component; some courses ask for 6.5. IELTS Online is accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 61 overall with at least 59 in each component (minimum standard; courses may vary). |
| TOEFL iBT | 78 overall with Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17 and Speaking 20 (Home Edition also accepted). |
| Standard XII English | 70% or above from CBSE, CISCE or most state boards (70% for IELTS 6.0, 75% for 6.5, 80% for 7.0). Not accepted from NIOS or the Punjab, Haryana, Chandigarh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh or Uttarakhand boards. Valid for six years. |
| Pre-sessional English | Available for students who need to raise their score before the course. |
Accommodation and living costs
Every new LJMU student is guaranteed city-centre accommodation. Halls are a mix of university-allocated buildings across the city centre, most with 42-week contracts (longer for some postgraduates). Rooms for September 2027 entry can be requested from 12 April 2027. Prices below are the weekly rates on the hall pages in October 2026.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Marybone 1, shared bathroom42 weeks (50 weeks for postgraduates) | £101per week | ≈ ₹12,322 |
| Grand Central en suite42-week contract | £158–169per week | ≈ ₹19,276 – ₹20,618 |
| Myrtle Street Apartments premium en suite42 weeks for undergraduates, 51 weeks for postgraduates | £165per week | ≈ ₹20,130 |
| Horizon Heights classic en suite42-week contract | £193per week | ≈ ₹23,546 |
Campus and location
LJMU's buildings are spread across Liverpool city centre, close to the halls, the main shopping streets and Lime Street station.
- City-centre campus buildings within walking distance of halls and the waterfront.
- Strong facilities for sport science, astrophysics, maritime studies and pharmacy.
- Free legal and business advice clinics run from campus for the local community.
- Lime Street station has direct trains to Manchester and London.
Careers and graduate outcomes
LJMU course pages report that most postgraduates are in work or further study fifteen months after graduating. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa: 18 months for bachelor's and master's graduates who apply from 1 January 2027.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Postgraduates in work or further study 15 months after graduation | 97% | LJMU, citing the Graduate Outcomes Survey 2025 |
| Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 2027 | 18 months (bachelor's and master's) | GOV.UK |
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FAQs
How much is a master's at LJMU?
Most master's courses cost £17,250 or £18,740 a year for international students in 2027/28. Eligible Indian postgraduates get a £4,000 regional scholarship automatically.
Can I start in January?
Yes, on some courses. Computing and Information Systems, International Business and Management, Project Management, Civil Engineering and Law LLM list September and January starts.
Do I need IELTS?
Not always. Standard XII English at 70% or above from CBSE, CISCE or most state boards is accepted for courses needing IELTS 6.0. Some state boards, including Punjab, Haryana and Gujarat, are not accepted.
Is there a deposit?
Yes. You pay a £5,000 deposit before the university issues your CAS, then the rest in full or in three instalments.
Is accommodation guaranteed?
Yes. Every new LJMU student is guaranteed city-centre accommodation. Weekly rents on the hall pages range from about £101 to £193.
Sources
- LJMU: Data Science MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: International Business and Management MSc (2027 entry) (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: India entry requirements (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: international entry requirements (English tests) (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: Grand Central hall (opens in a new tab)
- LJMU: history (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Liverpool John Moores University (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
- GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)
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