Liverpool John Moores University traces its origins to 1823, when it began as a small mechanics institution in Liverpool. Several colleges were incorporated into Liverpool Polytechnic in 1970. The polytechnic became a university in 1992 and took its name from Sir John Moores, a Liverpool businessman.
The university is organised in faculties and schools. The Astrophysics Research Institute is one of its research units, so astronomy and astrophysics form part of its research profile alongside its other faculties.
Prospective students should consult the university’s course pages for current fees, entry requirements and campus locations, since the faculty structure and programme lists are reorganised from time to time. Students who are interested in physics and astronomy can look at the Astrophysics Research Institute, while others will find the schools and programmes listed on the same pages.
Domains taught:
AI and Machine Learning, Astroscience, Civil Engineering, Data Analytics, Engineering, Life Sciences, Software Engineering
Diplomas*:
Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
Public
Partnerships:
Strong links with local businesses, community groups, and public sector organisations in Liverpool. Emphasis on placements and practical learning. Research in astrophysics (Astrophysics Research Institute).
Research:
Applied research in areas such as sport and exercise science (Research Institute for Sport and Exercise Sciences), public health, engineering, and astrophysics.
Strong vocational focus, good links with local employers, modern city campus facilities, high student satisfaction in some areas.
Cons
Lower research ranking than University of Liverpool, more focused on applied learning, less international recognition.
Best For
Students looking for career-focused degrees with practical application, particularly in sports science, engineering, astrophysics, and public services, in a vibrant city.
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*our own picks (our criteria: a mix between domains, diploma delivered, reputation and size), but obviously too many criteria for an apple-to-apple ranking.
FAQ
Where does the university come from?
Its origins date to 1823, when it began as a small mechanics institution in Liverpool.
When did it become a university?
It gained university status in 1992 and was renamed Liverpool John Moores University. Before that it had operated as Liverpool Polytechnic, formed in 1970.
Who was John Moores?
Sir John Moores was a Liverpool businessman after whom the university is named.
Which research institute focuses on astronomy?
The Astrophysics Research Institute is part of the university and carries out research in astrophysics.
How is teaching organised?
The university is organised in faculties and schools. Each school lists its own degree titles on the course pages.
Which city is the university in?
It is in Liverpool, England, and its own history pages place its origins in the city in 1823.
How should applicants check costs and entry rules?
Course pages on the website list tuition fees, entry requirements and placement options. International students should look at the visa and English-language information published by the university.
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
known locally
known locally and internationally
is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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