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Liverpool Advantage

Build skills. Grow confidence. Unlock opportunity.

Find the support you need in one place

Liverpool Advantage helps you build the skills, confidence and experience to succeed in your studies, your future career and whatever comes next.

From academic support and career development to sustainability and creative opportunities, it brings together learning support and opportunities from across the University, all in one place. 

Build your skills

Develop your skills and confidence throughout your studies. Start with what you want to achieve and find the opportunities and support that are right for you.

From getting started and preparing assignments to artificial intelligence (AI), data skills, sustainability competencies and your dissertation, get support from experts across the University. Let us help you grow your confidence and avoid feeling overwhelmed.

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I want to know what to expect and where to start

Understand what university study involves, what’s expected of you and where to start building your skills.

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I want to build my confidence with studying

Develop approaches to learning, managing your time, studying independently and thinking critically.

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I have an exam or assignment to complete

Get support with planning, research, academic communication skills, finding and using sources, and referencing.

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I want to build my AI and digital skills

Discover practical guidance, tools and opportunities to help you understand and use AI effectively in your studies and beyond.

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I want to develop my statistics and data skills

Develop your confidence working with data, building code and using statistics skills.

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I’m working on a dissertation or major project

Find support with planning, researching, writing and completing a longer project.

Shape your future

Explore opportunities and develop skills for life and work.

You don't have to have your future figured out. Get advice from careers coaches, meet employers and explore opportunities that can help you decide what's right for you.

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I want to explore my options and plan my next steps

Not sure where to begin? Explore your options and get practical advice to move forward.

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I want to gain experience and find a job

Discover different careers and industries and see where your skills and interests could take you.

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I want to connect with employers

Meet employers, explore different industries and make connections at events on campus and online.

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I want to make a strong application

Develop your CV, application and interview skills and prepare for recruitment.

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I want to try something and get involved

Discover opportunities to create, experiment, take part in projects and try something new.

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I want to learn about sustainability

Build your knowledge of sustainability and develop green skills you can put into practice, including opportunities to explore careers in the sustainability sector.

Make it count with the Liverpool Advantage Award

Put your skills into practice, get involved in something that matters to you and get recognised for what you do.

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I want extra support to get started at Liverpool

If you’ve faced additional barriers getting to university, you can access tailored support and opportunities to help you settle in, connect with your student community and get the most from your time at Liverpool.

Create, experiment and make

Try new technologies, develop your ideas and learn through hands-on making and experimentation. No previous experience needed.