Liverpool John Moores University

About Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool John Moores University (brevis: LJMU) is a public research university in the city of Liverpool, England. 

In 1823 a small institution was founded that was to revolutionise education in Liverpool and provide opportunities for the working people of the city.

The Liverpool Mechanics Institute was founded by people of power and influence who recognised the transformative effects of education and the impact that learning and aspiration could have on individuals, communities and society.  It was the first such institution to be founded in England.  
This small, pioneering movement was followed by the establishment of the Liverpool Institute and School of Art and the Liverpool Nautical College, and in 1900 Irene Mabel Marsh opened the IM Marsh campus. These organisations together laid the foundations for Liverpool John Moores University, an institution that has grown and flourished and continues to provide opportunities for all.
It is an ethos we characterise in the simple words – dream, plan, achieve – from a statement made by our namesake Sir John Moores, the founder of the Littlewoods empire and a beacon of equal opportunities in Liverpool, “...if you want to enough, you can achieve anything”.  Today, with a vibrant community of 25,000 students from over 100 countries world-wide, 2,500 staff and 250 degree courses, Liverpool John Moores University is one of the largest, most dynamic and forward-thinking universities in the UK.

As a modern, civic university, we are integral to the life of the city, but we are also global in our approach, forging international partnerships to facilitate world-leading research and collaboration to tackle some of the huge global issues facing the modern world that have an everyday impact here at home.
As an institution we are unashamedly ambitious – for our students, our staff and for the wider global community.  Under the leadership of our Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive, Professor Nigel Weatherill, we are undergoing a renaissance as the strength of our teaching and research continues to exceed even our own high expectations. We were one of the highest climbers nationally in the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, which assesses the quality of research in the UK. We are on an upward trajectory in the major UK league tables. Our student satisfaction scores increase year on year. All of this helps to build on our solid reputation for providing students with the highest quality teaching and a learning experience informed by relevant, credible and world-leading research.
We acknowledge and celebrate our successes and achievements, but we never rest on our laurels. Continuing to improve and enhance the experience and opportunities offered to our students is the driving force for the whole University - our pioneering work in improving graduate prospects, our innovative approach to cultural partnerships and our evolving student-focused campus are setting benchmarks for the essence of university life in the 21st century.

• Faculty of Arts, Professional and Social Studies

  We offer a diverse range of programmes to our 7,000 students; from Creative Writing to Law, Accounting to Architecture. 

  All our academic staff – from professors to senior lecturers – teach on our courses, both at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. This dedication to teaching provides a collaborative, supportive and challenging environment within the Faculty, from which both staff and students benefit. 

  As well as dedicating themselves to programme delivery, our exceptional academics are also committed to research excellence. In the most recent research assessment (REF2014), 37.3% of our research was rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent.

• Faculty of Education, Health and Community

  As a multi-site and multi-discipline faculty, we are working collaboratively, particularly across health, sport and education.

  The Faculty is home to over 5,000 students and are committed to providing an intellectually stimulating environment to ensure our graduates are prepared as global citizens of the 21st Century who meet and exceed employers’ expectations. Students within the Faculty receive a cutting-edge educational experience informed by our research, scholarship and real-world experience. All of our courses offer placement opportunities. We work closely with a wide range of both public and private sector organisations to ensure our students have the knowledge, skills and experience to meet the demands of the increasingly challenging health, education and community sectors.

• Faculty of Science

  We work hard to ensure our students are well prepared for their careers in science, in whatever field they choose to study. With world-class facilities and a passionate and innovative teaching and research team, our students are studying at the cutting-edge of their discipline. Strong links with the scientific community and industry in both the UK and overseas means we can offer fantastic, placement opportunities so students can develop their skills and gain valuable experience in the real world.

• Faculty of Engineering and Technology

  The Faculty of Engineering and Technology is an enterprising and dynamic faculty

  We are a pioneering Faculty, dedicated to providing knowledge and opportunities to ensure our 4,085 students can excel within their chosen discipline. We offer courses and carry out research across a diverse field, in areas ranging from computing and engineering to maritime studies, built environment and product design to mathematics.
  Thanks to our wide range of courses, all of which are designed to meet market needs, our undergraduates have excellent employment opportunities, while, with support from our leading academics and industry professionals, our PhD students have impressive completion rates. All students also benefit from our links with employers, our course accreditation and our commitment to supporting women in STEM.
  As a Faculty we are very proud of our varied research landscape. From microwave technologies to maritime logistics, our teams of researchers have achieved excellence in their fields, producing high-quality, high-impact work; work that not only has commercial application, but also has a positive impact on both economic and social wellbeing.

History of LJMU

Origins

Originally founded as a small mechanics institution (Liverpool Mechanics' School of Arts) in 1823, the institution grew over the centuries by converging and amalgamating with different colleges, including City of Liverpool C.F. Mott Training College, before eventually becoming Liverpool Polytechnic in 1970. The University also has a long history of providing training, education and research to the maritime industry, dating back to the formation of the Liverpool Nautical College in 1892.

The institution then became a university under the terms of the Further and Higher Education Act 1992 under the new title of "Liverpool John Moores University". This new title was approved by the Privy Council on 15 September 1992. The university took its name from Sir John Moores, the founder of the Littlewoods empire. Moores was a great believer in the creation of opportunity for all, which embodies the ethos of LJMU in providing educational routes for people of all ages and from all backgrounds. This belief led Sir John Moores to invest in the institution and facilities, such as the John Foster Building (housing the Liverpool Business School), designed by and named after leading architect John Foster.[4] With the institution's backgrounds dating back as far as 1823, many of the university buildings date back also, with aesthetically pleasing Georgian and Victorianbuildings found on a few of the campuses.

Present day

LJMU now has more than 24,000 students. LJMU was awarded the Queen's Anniversary Prize in 2005.

Currently, Liverpool John Moores University is receiving more applications than previously seen[citation needed]; according to data in 2009, the total number of applications submitted to LJMU was 27,784.

On 14 April 2008, Dr Brian May CBE was inducted into the university as the fourth Chancellor of Liverpool John Moores University. Dr May is also the lead guitarist for the rock band Queen. He replaced outgoing Chancellor Cherie Booth QC, wife of former Prime Minister Tony Blair. Honorary fellows in attendance at the ceremony included Sir Patrick Moore and Pete Postlethwaite. May was succeeded as Chancellor in 2013 by Sir Brian Leveson.

LJMU is a founding member of the Northern Consortium, an educational charity, owned by eleven universities in the north of England. Alongside LJMU, this group was co founded by The University of Bradford, The University of Huddersfield, Leeds Metropolitan University, The University of Leeds, The University of Liverpool, Manchester Metropolitan University, The University of Manchester, The University of Salford, Sheffield Hallam University and The University of Sheffield.

Accreditation

Institutional Accreditation or Recognition - Privy Council

Rankings

• Liverpool John Moores University was included in the new 2013 Times Higher Education 100 under 50, ranking 72 out of 100. The list aims to show the rising stars in the global academy under the age of 50 years.
• Ranked joint 59th in the UK and in the top 600 higher education institutions in the world (THE World University Ranking 2015/16) 
• Ranked 58th in the UK (Guardian League Table) 
• Fourth highest ranking university in the North West of England (Complete University Guide)

Living in Liverpool

• Liverpool is ranked in the top ten cities to visit in the world by Rough Guides (2014).
• It is one of the most affordable student cities in the UK. It is also a safe, multi-racial and multi-cultural city supporting a diverse range of religions and communities.
• All new international students are guaranteed a place in high quality University-approved student accommodation, with 24-hour onsite security, and located close to LJMU buildings and libraries.
• The University has close connections with leading cultural organisations in the city: Tate Liverpool, the Liverpool Philharmonic and its world-famous orchestra, the Everyman and Playhouse and Royal Court Theatres and Liverpool Biennial, one of Europe’s largest arts festivals.
• The city’s John Lennon Airport connects to more than 650 destinations worldwide and Liverpool is also only 2 hours away from London by train. 

Student support

• All students are assigned a Personal Tutor at the start of their degree.
• The University’s dedicated International Student Advisors are based in the Student Advice and Wellbeing Team.
• Free English Language Support and Study Skills, and Maths and Statistics workshops are available throughout your studies.
• Free and confidential counselling service for all students.

Why LJMU?

Ranked as one of the leading universities in the world, LJMU offers you an exceptional international student experience, founded on high quality teaching, ground-breaking research and extensive links with employers and business leaders. That’s why we are confident that our degrees are not only intellectually stimulating but will also equip you with the skills and experience required for professional success.

It’s a big decision to study abroad and we know how difficult it can be to decide where and what you want to study in the United Kingdom. This guide will give you lots of information about LJMU and demonstrate why we believe that we can offer you a life changing and career enhancing international student experience.

Throughout your application we will take great care to make sure you have all the information and support you need to plan for your studies at LJMU. This includes advice on immigration procedures, travel, accommodation or any other information you might need.

7 things you might not know about LJMU

1. Founded in 1823, we are now ranked in the top 600 higher education institutions in the world (THE World University Ranking 2015/16)
2. 93% of our undergraduate students are in work or further study within 6 months of graduating, with over 60% securing a graduate entry position (DLHE 2014)
3. We are a leading research institution, with 66% of our research rated as internationally excellent. This research directly informs what you will study at the University (REF 2014)
4. John Lennon from The Beatles studied at our Art School and we work closely with Yoko Ono’s Spirit Foundation to support disadvantaged students in his memory
5. Our home city of Liverpool is rated in the top 10 most exciting cities in the world (Rough Guides 2014)
6. Our University community is made up of staff and students from over 100 countries world-wide
7. John Lennon International Airport is just 15 minutes’ drive from Liverpool city centre with flights to 60 destinations, including one-stop connections from Abu Dhabi and Hong Kong via Amsterdam