Liverpool - Location Reviews - StudentCrowd

I have loved living in Liverpool, it is a vibrant and busy city where there is always something to do if you find the day is getting boring... Nothing in Liverpool is overly expensive and the supermarkets aren’t far away from any accommodation. Public transport is always running and with cheap train and bus fares anywhere is never hard to get to.

By Katie.F On 31st March 20

Study in Liverpool

Home to not one, or two, but three universities, with campuses in and around Liverpool, there is no shortage of students in this large and lively city with a global reputation. The University of Liverpool, Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) and Liverpool Hope University are all found here.

University of Liverpool

Around 30,000 students come to study at this prestigious university, which is a research leader in the health and science fields in particular. Its teaching has also been awarded a silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Also the Guild of Students has recently undergone a £14.25 million refurbishment, rendering it one of the largest and best equipped students’ unions in the country.

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Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU)

LJMU teaches a wide range of subjects and is highly ranked for teaching and research in Sports and Exercise Sciences.
LJMU has a down-to-earth practical feel with all the benefits of a city based university. It was awarded with a silver rating for its teaching reputation in the TEF. Over 25,000 students are enrolled.

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Liverpool Hope University

Growing out of three Christian-based teacher training colleges, Liverpool Hope University retains that community feel, with its creative campus providing specialisms in music, visual and performing arts. Its reputation for teaching has been recognised with a gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. 5,100 students are enrolled at Liverpool Hope University, making it one of the smallest universities in the UK.

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Liverpool Student Life

If you choose to study in Liverpool, one thing is certain: you will never be bored. The city was named Capital of Culture in 2008 and it is packed with shops, music venues, museums, exhibitions, sports venues, pubs, restaurants, cinemas and loads of attractions and festivals to keep you busy on a night out or a day off the books.

Cost of Living

Liverpool is one of the more affordable cities to live in as a student.

Accommodation

Student accommodation costs range from £80 - £305 per week; the average is £150 per week.

Compare the average elsewhere: Manchester: £171/week, Birmingham: £173/week, London: £287/week.

(prices are for all purpose-built student accommodation (both private and university-owned) over the last 12 months, as listed on StudentCrowd)

The average price for:

A cheap meal at a restaurant: £12.50

A pint of beer: £3.23

A regular takeout coffee: £2.71

1L of milk: £0.89

A loaf of white bread: £0.91

Prices (just for cost of living) are about 1.5% higher than equivalent costs in Birmingham, about 5% lower than Manchester and about 23% lower than London.

(Source: Numbeo)

Nights Out

Katie.F

31st March 20

Buzzing night life…

The nightclubs are some of the best I’ve ever been to with a buzzing night life every night! But if that isn’t your scene then there are alternative things to do each night in the different parts of the city for example the Baltic Triangle.

Dom

6th February 20

Liverpool has the best nightlife…

Liverpool has the best nightlife I have seen in England with all the big clubs being very close to each other. It’s got many places to eat out and loads of things to do. It has loads of shops and loads of student deals around the city.

Niamhpav

3rd February 20

Drinks are expensive…

Drinks are expensive compared to home but the atmosphere is great and the clubs are the best I’ve been to

member537107

16th April 19

Brilliant for nights out…

Concert Square and the Baltic triangle are brilliant for nights out, it's hard to have a bad night out in liverpool! There are so many other things to do, museums, the docks, Liverpool one, the beach, theatres, concerts, you name it!

Public Transport

Liverpool has excellent transport links across the city and further afield. Buses are a great way to get about; if you’re planning to use them a lot, get a saver ticket for the term or academic year. Some unis have free buses between campuses and some bus services run all night. Hop on the train to the beach, or connect to other cities like Chester and London. John Lennon airport opens up connections further away, plus there’s a ferry that connects to the Wirral or Northern Ireland and offers trips to explore the Mersey.

Eating Out

Liverpool is such a friendly student city, it's really a home from home... You'll always have a friendly chat with a local and the independent restaurants are to die for. Check out Bold Street which is the heart and soul of the city for food, or around concert square for the nightlife.

By Lucy28 On 4th April 20

Shopping

Liverpool ONE and St John’s are both large shopping centres in central Liverpool where you’ll find designer and high street stores. Bold Street is known for its independent boutiques, vintage shops and cafes. Loads of stores offer student discounts, so you can make your pennies stretch further. You’ll also find all the usual supermarkets in convenient locations, as well as some international supermarkets too.

Top 10 Tips

Feeling peckish?

For fun places to eat, visit the Baltic Market. A former industrial area turned hub of creativity, you’ll find cool cafes and canteens in warehouses serving global cuisine. Check out Camp and Furnace for open log fires, old school caravans and street food. It also hosts diverse and popular events at night.

Discounts at independent venues

Day trip?

If you’re looking for somewhere to visit during the day or just feeling like you ought to do some of the touristy things, there are loads of museums, art galleries and other places of interest in the Cultural Quarter and Albert Dock. If you don’t want to spend money, you can find some free ones in the Cultural Quarter.

Nightlife

When it comes to nightlife, Liverpool has something for everyone. Concert Square is full of student-type bars, there’s the LGBT quarter around the Victoria Street area, or if you’re looking for live bands or a bit of the Beatles, get down to Matthew Street.

Hit the beach

Hop on the train from Central or Moorfields station and head to Crosby Beach for sand, life-size sculptures of people and wonderful views out towards the Irish Sea. Unfortunately, bathing isn’t permitted but you can still dig your toes into the sand and enjoy the sunset.

Spot the statues

Liverpool has the highest number of statues outside London. You can find them all over. Look out for famous Liverpudlians, suitcases, Red Rum, liver birds, Peter Pan and a super lamb banana. How many can you find?

The Beatles

Whether or not you’re a fan of the Beatles, you’re in Liverpool. You might as well embrace the Beatles love. Start at the Beatles Story Exhibition for a bit of background info, then head to a tribute show before moving on to one of the many Beatles-themed bars.

Need some green space?

Liverpool has loads of parks to enjoy. Visit the massive Sefton Park with its glass Palm House, Stanley Park which famously separates the two famous football grounds, Croxteth Country Park, a short bus ride away, Festival Gardens, with its various oriental garden spaces, and Chavasse Park, perfect for a break from shopping in Liverpool ONE.

Fun at the Festivals!

Liverpool hosts loads of unique festivals featuring arts, music, food and culture. Look out for Positive Vibration, River of Light, Creamfields, Pride (LGBT), International Beatleweek, International Jazz Festival, Africa Oye, Liverpool Loves, Threshold, Sound City and lots more!

Alfresco drinks

Enjoy the city views over some drinks at one of Liverpool’s secret rooftop bars. Try Goodness Gracious, Wahaca Rooftop Bar or Liberté. You may need to book in advance.

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