The University of Liverpool is a Russell Group research university in north-west England, ranked 139th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Founded in 1881 as one of the original "red brick" civic universities, it is known for its strengths in medicine, veterinary science, computer science, engineering, law and business, and for its large international student community. Liverpool itself is a vibrant, affordable student city — famous for its music, its football and its waterfront — and living costs are far lower than in London. This profile covers tuition, admission and deadlines for 2027 entry.
Tuition and cost of attendance 2026-27 (verified)
International undergraduate fees for 2026-27, as published by the university, are:
| Programme | International fee (2026-27, GBP) |
|---|---|
| Economics, Law and most classroom-based degrees | £27,000 per year |
| Engineering, Computer Science and Psychology | £32,000 per year |
| Postgraduate taught (most programmes) | £32,000–£35,500 per year |
| Veterinary Science | £44,850 per year |
| Medicine | £50,000 per year |
| Dental Surgery (BDS) | £51,000 per year |
A £2,000 deposit is required to secure a place, deducted from the total tuition payable. The university offers an international scholarship worth £7,500 off the first undergraduate year (and £7,000 for master's) for strong applicants. The Foundation Certificate at the University of Liverpool International College costs from £22,640 for 2026-27 for students who need a foundation year. Fees are set per course, so always confirm the figure on the course page: the 2027-28 rates are not yet published, and the university notes that they may rise each year. For the Student visa, you must also budget the visa fee (£558), the Immigration Health Surcharge (£776 per year) and maintenance funds of £1,203 per month outside London (from 30 November 2026) for up to nine months.
Admission and deadlines
Liverpool is moderately selective: the overall acceptance rate is about 70–75%, though medicine, dentistry and veterinary science are far more competitive. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS, with the equal-consideration deadline on 13 January 2027 at 18:00 and a fee of £34.50; the international deadline for most courses is 30 June 2027 at 18:00. Medicine, dentistry and veterinary courses closed earlier, on 15 October 2026, and require the UCAT test. For entry, Liverpool typically asks for A-level grades of AAB–BBB (or the equivalent in FSc/A-levels — usually 70–85% in the best four core subjects including English for Pakistani applicants). For English, most courses ask for IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or 6.5 (no band below 5.5), depending on the programme; the university also accepts PTE, TOEFL and Duolingo for many programmes. Postgraduate applications go directly to the university's online portal.
Popular programmes
Liverpool's strongest programmes are Computer Science, Medicine, Veterinary Science, Dental Surgery, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Law (LLB), Economics, Management, Psychology and Architecture. The university is also known for its research in infectious diseases, its Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences, and its strong links with the NHS and the North West's life-sciences industry. The campus is in the heart of Liverpool, a UNESCO-listed waterfront city with a large student population, a famous music scene and two Premier League football clubs. An optional year in industry costs £1,955, and an optional year abroad costs £13,500 (or £16,000 for the year in China).
Applying from Pakistan
Pakistani students apply through UCAS for undergraduate degrees, with their FSc or A-level results, a personal statement answering UCAS's three questions (up to 4,000 characters in total, minimum 350 characters per answer) and a reference. The university assesses FSc results against its A-level requirements, and you will need an English test (usually IELTS 6.0–6.5) unless your previous education was taught in English. After admission, the university issues your CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) for the Student visa; you will need to show the visa fee (£558), the IHS (£776 per year) and the maintenance funds (£1,203 a month) well before you apply — and keep the money in your account for at least 28 consecutive days. After graduation, the Graduate Route gives bachelor's and master's graduates 18 months of work rights in the UK (from 1 January 2027).
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need? Usually IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or 6.5, depending on the programme. PTE, TOEFL and Duolingo are accepted for many programmes.
How much is the deposit? £2,000, deducted from your tuition. The deadline for the January 2027 intake deposit is 8 January 2027.
Is Liverpool cheaper than London? Yes — tuition is typically £3,000–£10,000 a year lower than comparable London courses, and living costs in Liverpool are far lower.
Can I work after graduation? Yes — the Graduate Route gives 18 months of work rights for bachelor's and master's graduates (three years for PhDs).
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Sources and verification: University of Liverpool official course pages (2026-27 international fees: Economics/Law £27,000; Engineering/CS/Psychology £32,000; Medicine £50,000; Veterinary £44,850; BDS £51,000; deposit £2,000; £7,500 first-year international scholarship); UCAS equal-consideration deadline 13 January 2027, fee £34.50, international deadline 30 June 2027; Student visa £558, IHS £776/year, maintenance £1,203/month outside London from 30 November 2026; QS World University Rankings 2027 (139th). 2027-28 fees to be confirmed on the course page.