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Welcome to applicants from Canada

At the University of Liverpool, we have a long history of welcoming international students. Of our 30,000 students, nearly 8,000 are from outside the UK, representing more than 135 countries. You'll soon feel at home as part of our vibrant, diverse and inclusive community.

Melissa Jeannot

As someone who loves to go out and have adventures, this city is perfect. There is so much to see and do in Liverpool and I love how walk-able this city is!

Melissa Jeannot, Health, Cultures and Societies MA

Entry requirements

You can find details of qualifications from your country below.

Some of these qualifications may be accepted as equivalent to our typical academic requirements. For others, we may require you to complete a Foundation Certificate or Pre-Master's course first.

You'll also need to check our course pages to view the specific entry requirements, including any additional criteria, for your intended course.

If you're wondering what's the difference between an undergraduate degree and a master's, we can help. We've pulled together a guide to the variety of awards and research opportunities we offer, so you can find the type of degree that's right for you.

Undergraduate degrees
Qualification Details
Alberta General High School Diploma with at least 65% in five grade 12 subjects.
British Columbia Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma with at least five grade Bs in grade 12 subjects.
Manitoba High School Graduation Diploma with at least five credits at the 300 level in at least four subject areas; and at least 65% in each subject.
New Brunswick High School Graduation Diploma with at least 65% in five acceptable subjects.
Newfoundland High School Graduation Diploma with at least 65% in five subjects at university preparation level grade 12.
Nova Scotia High School Completion Certificate with at least 65% in five subjects at level four or five.
Ontario Grade 12 Secondary School Diploma at advanced level, with six grade 12 U, U/C or M courses including grade 12 U English. AAA we would ask for AAABBB (3 at 80% and 3 at 70%) AAB we would ask for AABBBB (2 at 80% and 4 at 70%) ABB we would ask for ABBBBB (1 at 80% and 5 at 70%) BBB we would ask for BBBBBB (6 at 70%).
Prince Edward Island High School Graduation Diploma with at least 65% in five subjects.
Quebec Diplôme d'Etudes Collègiales (DEC) at grades 65% and above.
Saskatchewan Completion grade 12 Standing/Division IV Standing (Secondary School Diploma) with at least 65% grade average in five subjects.
North West Territories General High School Diploma with at least 65% in five subjects at grade 12.
Nunavut Secondary School Certificate/Diploma with 65% in five acceptable subjects at grade 12.
Yukon Territory Senior Secondary School Graduation Diploma with at least Bs in five grade 12 subjects.

Don't meet our entry requirements for undergraduate?

If you have good high school grades but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Foundation Certificate. These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College.

Successful completion of a Foundation Certificate, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool undergraduate degree.

Master's courses
Qualification Details
Academic

Students offering a bachelor's degree from a Canadian university are welcome to apply for a master's programme, but the exact grade requirement will depend upon the grading system used in the student's first degree:

  • A minimum GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0
  • A minimum GPA of 6.5 out of 9
  • A minimum GPA of 7 out of 12
  • A minimum GPA of 8 out of 13
  • A minimum Grade B
  • A minimum grade average of 70%.

We can offer a level of flexibility for applicants on a case-by-case basis. For example, we may consider applicants who have achieved the following grades for some courses:

  • A GPA of 2.5 out of 4.0
  • A GPA of 2.7 out of 4.3
  • A GPA of 6 out of 9
  • A GPA of 6.5 out of 12
  • A GPA of 7.5 out of 13
  • Grade C
  • A grade average of 65%.

Don’t meet our master’s entry requirements?

If you hold a bachelors' degree or equivalent but don't meet our entry requirements, don't worry. You could apply for a place on a Pre-Master's course.

These courses are delivered on campus at the University of Liverpool International College. Successful completion of a Pre-Master's, at the required level and with good attendance, will guarantee your place on your chosen University of Liverpool master's degree.

Postgraduate research
Qualification Details
Academic Each application is assessed on its own merits, however students will usually be expected to hold a master's degree. Previous exposure to research/thesis writing is highly desirable.

English language requirements

Canada is classed as majority native English speaking by the UK government. We usually assume that applicants from Canada meet our English language requirements.

If you're an applicant from Canada, you shouldn't need to provide evidence of your English language ability.

Tuition fees and living costs

Our tuition fees vary depending on your course and your confirmed fee status as either an international or UK (‘home') student. You'll find our tuition fees listed on each course page.

You'll also need to budget for covering your living costs while studying with us. This includes your accommodation and travel expenses, such as flights to the UK.

Scholarships and bursaries

One way we can help you pay for your studies is with our new Advancement Scholarships.

You could receive a tuition fee discount worth up to £7,500 for eligible master's students, up to £5,000 for eligible undergraduate students, or up to £2,500 for University of Liverpool graduates.

We also offer a variety of other scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students to help make studying at university more affordable.

How to apply

If you've decided to apply to the University of Liverpool, that's great news!

Your options for how you apply depend on your intended level of study and whether you want to apply yourself or through an agent.

You can:

Applying through UCAS

You'll need to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) if you're looking to join an undergraduate degree.

Applying through an agent

You may wish to use an approved educational advisor, known as an agent, when you apply to study with us.

Agents can help you find the right course and assist with your application. They can also provide advice on things like visas, accommodation, scholarships and travel.

Our approved agents in your country include:

Applying directly

You can apply online, using our Apply Yourself portal, if you're looking to join a master's course or postgraduate research degree.

Culture and community

Your country/region representatives

Caroline Feeley

Caroline Feeley

Caroline is our Head of International Recruitment and is also responsible for recruitment from North America.

If you're from Canada and have any queries about studying with us, please don't hesitate to contact Caroline by emailing irro@liverpool.ac.uk.

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