History
We can trace our roots back to the Industrial Revolution. In 1992, we became one of the UK’s new universities, taking our name from one of Liverpool’s great entrepreneurs and philanthropists, Sir John Moores. Our current incarnation as a modern civic university demonstrates that we haven’t lost the pioneering zeal of our founding fathers and like them, we still believe that ‘knowledge is power’.
Education
Liverpool John Moores University has five faculties, each home to world-leading research, teaching and learning in a wide range of fields.
- Faculty of Arts Professional and Social Studies
- Faculty of Education, Health and Community
- Faculty of Engineering and Technology
- Faculty of Science
- Liverpool Business School
Research
We have world-leading research across every part of our university, according to REF 2021, and an ambition to focus and grow our results in new areas. Underpinning our approach is research and knowledge exchange which explores new boundaries and has an impact on the world around us.
Explore our world-leading research from the sections below including our centres, institutes and research groups, find out about PhD scholarships, learn about our strong reputation for collaboration; and discover our research facilities.
Distance Learning Courses
Law (14)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Business Law
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Criminal Intelligence
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Employment Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Environmental Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Financial Services Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Food Law
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Homicide Investigation
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert International Construction Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert International Dispute Resolution
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert International Human Rights Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Media and Entertainment Law
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Medical Law and Ethics
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Sports Law and Practice
Social Sciences (10)
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Counter-Terrorism Studies
- PGCert/PGDip/MSc Diplomacy and Security Studies
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Financial Crime Investigation
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Homicide Investigation
- PGCert/PGDip/Masters Intelligence and Security Studies
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert International Human Rights Law
- PGCert/PGDip/Masters Security Management
- PGCert/PGDip/Masters Security Studies
- PGCert/PGDip/Masters Terrorism, Security and Policing
Business & Management (3)
- MSc/PGDip/PGCert Financial Crime Investigation
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Financial Services Law
- PGCert/PGDip/Masters Security Management
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- M.Sc. Sport Coaching
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Sports Law and Practice
Humanities (2)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Medical Law and Ethics
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Food Law
Computer Science & IT (1)
Education & Training (1)
- M.Sc. Sport Coaching
Engineering & Technology (1)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert International Construction Law
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Environmental Law
Journalism & Media (1)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Media and Entertainment Law
Medicine & Health (1)
- LLM/PGDip/PGCert Medical Law and Ethics
Student services
Student and Academic Services Division
- Academic Registry
- IT Services
- Legal and Governance Services
- Library Services
- Student Advice and Wellbeing
- Teaching and Learning Academy
- Careers Team
- Doctoral Academy
Housing services
- As a new student at LJMU, we guarantee accommodation right in the heart of the dynamic city centre, with easy access to the main University campuses.
- We want to make your accommodation options as tailored to your needs as possible and we’re constantly working to improve access and services.
Library services
- We offer a variety of different study environments at each of our Library sites ranging from space for silent and/or individual study (some areas limited to Postgraduate students) through to social and group study spaces and a Digital Studio. If you need help, guides and instructions are available. The library staff can also help you get started.
ICT services
In the libraries you can get advice on:
- IT support
- Library resources
- Submitting coursework and assignments
- Canvas – LJMU’s Virtual Learning Environment
Medical services
- Students' health in their work is overseen by the Occupational Health Unit, with a screening and referral service for students in healthcare, pharmacy, social care, microbiology and teaching.
- A Counselling and Mental wellbeing service provides free, confidential sessions for students. All contact can be made through email, telephone or by face to face drop in.
Campus life
- City Campus is situated in the heart of Liverpool and close to some of the city’s most impressive attractions. Teaching buildings include the James Parsons Building and Tom Reilly Building.
- Mount Pleasant Campus is close to the theatres, independent cafes and bars of the Georgian Quarter. Buildings include the John Lennon Art and Design Building, John Foster Building and Redmonds Building.
- IM Marsh Campus is located four miles south of the city centre in a leafy suburb, offering a range of facilities.
- LJMU has an ambitious redevelopment programme and plans to become a two campus University, with all students taught in the city centre
Sports facilities
LJMU students are entitled to free off-peak access to Lifestyles Fitness Centres across Merseyside*, with membership covering a host of activities and facilities.
*The University has secured a contract with Liverpool City Council’s Lifestyles Fitness Centres until August 2021.
Student clubs
From sports teams to societies, there are over 100 student groups to choose from, run by Liverpool John Moores University Students’ Union (JMSU). Joining a student group helps students to branch out, meet new people and get the most out of their time at the University.
