In Liverpool, you'll find a warm welcome in a one-of-a-kind city. Our university is a member of the prestigious Russell Group and we support our students as they become highly employable, creative and culturally rich graduates. Notable Indian alumni include Professor Har Gobind Khorana, the renowned scientist, who completed his PhD here and went on to receive a Nobel Prize.
Being a city full of history and culture and a top UK study destination, Liverpool brings students from diverse cultures and ethnicities together from around the globe, and this provides me with a truly international experience.
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.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic |
Successful completion of examinations at standard X and XII (Higher Secondary School Certificate) with minimum marks of approximately 70 to 85%, according to the course and exam board. Offers exclude non-academic subjects such as Physical Education, Painting, Fashion Studies, Home Science, Dance, Fine Arts & Music (unless directly relevant to the programme applied for), Work Education, General Studies, and local or regional languages, Yoga, Entrepreneurship, Cookery, Hospitality/ Tourism. |
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.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic |
We require a Bachelor's degree from a recognised institution at a grade of 55% or CGPA of 5.5/10, 4.5/8.0, 3.0/5.0, or 2.5/4.0.
Applicants who apply with a Bachelor of Vocation can be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Some of our courses do require higher entry requirements. See individual course pages for full details.
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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.
| Qualification | Details |
|---|---|
| Academic | Students considering a research programme would normally be expected to undertake a master's degree and achieve good results (1st class or 60%+) before progressing onto a research programme. |
To study at the University of Liverpool, you'll need to show you meet our English language requirements.
We accept a variety of international English language tests and country-specific qualifications you can use to demonstrate your English language ability. We also offer Pre-Sessional English courses if you need to improve your English language skills.
| Level | Qualification | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate degrees | Standard XII | 75% or above when awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) 80% or above when awarded by an accepted State Board. The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) and State Boards of Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are not accepted. Education must have been completed in English Medium. |
| Master's courses | Standard XII | 75% or above when awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) or the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE). 80% or above when awarded by an accepted State Board. The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) and State Boards of Punjab, Haryana, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand are not accepted. Education must have been completed in English Medium. |
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.
We offer a variety of scholarships and bursaries for eligible international students to help make studying at university more affordable.
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:
You'll need to apply through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) if you're looking to join an undergraduate degree.
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:
You can apply online, using our Apply Yourself portal, if you're looking to join a master's course or postgraduate research degree.
Join our online events to speak with staff and current students and find out more about our courses, how to apply and your funding options.
Discover our campus and the city of Liverpool for yourself. Attend an open day or arrange a campus tour led by a friendly student guide.
Find out if you need a visa to study in the UK. Our step-by-step guide will take you through every stage of the visa application process.
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Yamini is our Country Manager for India.
If you're from India and have any queries about studying with us, please don't hesitate to contact Yamini, who is based in India, by emailing southasia@liverpool.ac.uk.
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