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No. 1 Student City in the UK

(5)·By Isabel B·Medical Technology· Jun 2025
I fell in love with the university from the very first open day I attended with College, and it was my first choice throughout the whole application process. I logged onto UCAS early on results day, refreshing it every second until I finally got the results I’d dreamed of. I was extremely anxious to move three hours away from where I lived, but Liverpool became my home in less than a week. Greenbank Student Village, besides being a bus ride away from the university and town centre, is the most gorgeous accommodation I have ever seen. There’s a free gym, free tennis/basketball/football courts, a dance studio, pool tables (the perfect way to break the ice with your new flatmates) and lots of 24/7 study spaces for exam season. My room is spacious with lots of storage space and an en-suite, and the kitchen/living area is perfect for evening movie nights with your flatmates. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone planning on coming to study at the University of Liverpool.

The university itself, being a redbrick, is very aesthetically pleasing to look at, but also has almost everything you can think of. There are two big libraries with several million books (and study spaces that give ‘Hogwarts’ vibes) where you can find just about anything you need related to your course. If you’re like me and are pursuing a degree in healthcare there is an on-site Human Anatomy Resource Centre with cadavers to assist in learning (which might sound rather grim but is extremely helpful and all done in a very respectful way), as well as a ‘Florence Nightingale Suite’ (a replica of a ward for simulation sessions), and brand new X-ray and MRI technology for those in Radiography.

However, my favorite part of the university has to be the student guild, a huge building equipped with a coffee shop, a pub (the most essential, of course), a convenience store, a massive canteen with burrito and pizza stands, and a theatre for events such as formals and freshers week. There are tons of activities to take part in at the university, including more than 200 societies, and lots of them are free. Personally, I am part of the Dance Society and attend two classes each week as well as socials ranging from bar crawls to pottery painting. I guarantee you will find something you are passionate about and enjoy, and it’s the best way to make new friends—especially if, like me, you have travelled fairly far and know no one here.

Everyone’s timetable varies depending on the course, but Wednesday afternoons are free for sports activities if that’s something you’re interested in; there’s an on-site gym, swimming pool, squash court, and bouldering wall. There’s also plenty of support available for a range of things like career advice and mental health, and every student is assigned an academic advisor who you can contact about anything, as well as student representatives who can voice your concerns if you don’t feel comfortable sharing them yourself.

As for the city itself, it has just about anything you could ever dream of. As someone who grew up in a small village, living in such a big city was overwhelmingly exciting as I no longer had to travel to experience things that are just on your doorstep here. Liverpool has been ranked as one of the best nightlife destinations in the UK, with over 250 city centre bars and clubs. But if that isn’t your thing, there are so many activities you can do such as visiting museums and galleries, enjoying brunch on the gorgeous docks, or taking a shopping trip to Liverpool One. You’ll never run out of things to do, and it’s basically impossible to get bored.

Overall, I would recommend studying in Liverpool to anyone who asks me; it’s got rich culture, friendly people, and affordable living costs. It was ranked no.1 best student city in 2023 for a reason.
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No. 1 Student City in the UK

(5)·By Isabel B·Medical Technology· Jun 2025
I fell in love with the university from the very first open day I attended with College, and it was my first choice throughout the whole application process. I logged onto UCAS early on results day, refreshing it every second until I finally got the results I’d dreamed of. I was extremely anxious to move three hours away from where I lived, but Liverpool became my home in less than a week. Greenbank Student Village, besides being a bus ride away from the university and town centre, is the most gorgeous accommodation I have ever seen. There’s a free gym, free tennis/basketball/football courts, a dance studio, pool tables (the perfect way to break the ice with your new flatmates) and lots of 24/7 study spaces for exam season. My room is spacious with lots of storage space and an en-suite, and the kitchen/living area is perfect for evening movie nights with your flatmates. I would definitely recommend this accommodation to anyone planning on coming to study at the University of Liverpool.

The university itself, being a redbrick, is very aesthetically pleasing to look at, but also has almost everything you can think of. There are two big libraries with several million books (and study spaces that give ‘Hogwarts’ vibes) where you can find just about anything you need related to your course. If you’re like me and are pursuing a degree in healthcare there is an on-site Human Anatomy Resource Centre with cadavers to assist in learning (which might sound rather grim but is extremely helpful and all done in a very respectful way), as well as a ‘Florence Nightingale Suite’ (a replica of a ward for simulation sessions), and brand new X-ray and MRI technology for those in Radiography.

However, my favorite part of the university has to be the student guild, a huge building equipped with a coffee shop, a pub (the most essential, of course), a convenience store, a massive canteen with burrito and pizza stands, and a theatre for events such as formals and freshers week. There are tons of activities to take part in at the university, including more than 200 societies, and lots of them are free. Personally, I am part of the Dance Society and attend two classes each week as well as socials ranging from bar crawls to pottery painting. I guarantee you will find something you are passionate about and enjoy, and it’s the best way to make new friends—especially if, like me, you have travelled fairly far and know no one here.

Everyone’s timetable varies depending on the course, but Wednesday afternoons are free for sports activities if that’s something you’re interested in; there’s an on-site gym, swimming pool, squash court, and bouldering wall. There’s also plenty of support available for a range of things like career advice and mental health, and every student is assigned an academic advisor who you can contact about anything, as well as student representatives who can voice your concerns if you don’t feel comfortable sharing them yourself.

As for the city itself, it has just about anything you could ever dream of. As someone who grew up in a small village, living in such a big city was overwhelmingly exciting as I no longer had to travel to experience things that are just on your doorstep here. Liverpool has been ranked as one of the best nightlife destinations in the UK, with over 250 city centre bars and clubs. But if that isn’t your thing, there are so many activities you can do such as visiting museums and galleries, enjoying brunch on the gorgeous docks, or taking a shopping trip to Liverpool One. You’ll never run out of things to do, and it’s basically impossible to get bored.

Overall, I would recommend studying in Liverpool to anyone who asks me; it’s got rich culture, friendly people, and affordable living costs. It was ranked no.1 best student city in 2023 for a reason.
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I love

(5)·By Tam·Biology· Jun 2025
Such a good city, brilliant course, great teachers, overall performance.
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Review of University of Liverpool (studying Actuarial Maths)

(5)·By Chloe M·Mathematics· Jun 2024
Great facilities and resources, my accommodation is well-run, with very friendly students and staff. The lecturers have been great so far, although I’ve had difficulties understanding some of the very strong accents. As an Irish student, it can be challenging studying in another country, but my experience with the University of Liverpool has been excellent so far.
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Maths with finance at Liverpool!

(5)·By Natasha S·Mathematics· Jun 2024
Challenging course. Great city with a good social life!
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Great social life and good course

(5)·By Elly L·International Relations· Jun 2024
The course is engaging and well-structured. The social life is really good thanks to societies and the nightlife.
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Quality

(5)·By Adam H·Mathematics· Jun 2024
Brilliant city with great nightlife and a high-quality university. I never want to leave. I stayed in university accommodation for the first year and loved it - central, clean, and modern.
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Really enjoyable

(5)·By rachel c·Law· Jun 2024
The lecturers provide a really high level of teaching. The course is challenging, but that is to be expected of any Russell Group law school.
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Good

(5)·By Maeve M·Architecture· Jun 2024
I have greatly enjoyed my time so far at university. I felt comfortable right away in the city as Liverpool is so friendly, it felt like a home away from home. I also enjoy how interactive my course is, which has always helped.
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Studying dentistry

(5)·By Amy L·Dentistry· Jun 2024
Moving to Liverpool was a significant step, but it’s definitely the best one I’ve made. Pushing myself out of my comfort zone has given me the opportunity to meet new people from all over the place, all with one common interest. Everyone I’ve met and all the staff have been so helpful and have eased me into my journey so nicely, reducing any anxiety that might have been felt when starting a degree.
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Absolutely amazing 100/100

(5)·By Elouise B·Dentistry· Jun 2024
Absolutely love Uni of Liv! I was given a fully funded scholarship for £80,000. The Widening Participation team is amazing. Anyone from any background can pursue medicine and dentistry. It's an amazing opportunity. So glad I applied here.
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