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Open Access

The University is committed to the principles of Open Access and recognises the benefits it brings in disseminating research more broadly and providing access to research for all.

The Library provides guidance on publishing Open Access, funder policies, applying for Open Access funding, and promoting your research more widely.

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What is Open Access?

Learn about the different types of Open Access.

Making your work Open Access Paper articles

How to make your work Open Access

A step by step guide to the process.

Policies

Open Access policies

Check which apply to you and how to comply.

Funding

Open Access funding

Check to see if you are eligible for funding.

Publisher agreements and memberships

Find out if we have an agreement with your publisher.
Books

Open Books

Read about the benefits of publishing Open Access Books, including monographs, edited collections and chapters.

Publications and copyright policy

Read the Univeristy policy on the availability of research publications authored by University of Liverpool researchers.

Choosing the right journal

Read guidance on what to consider then selecting the right journal to publish your research.

Frequently asked questions

Read more information about Open Access and UKRI longform publications.