The city of Liverpool
Liverpool John Moores University is located at the heart of one of the most exciting cities in the UK. Liverpool is a city full of passion - for music, sport, culture, live entertainment and nightlife.
As the 2008 European Capital of Culture it should come as no surprise that Liverpool has its own distinctive style. From its flair for fashion, art and culture, to its love of sport, music and comedy, Liverpool is a city unmatched by any other in the UK.
View a map of Liverpool's location in the UK.
Liverpool is a city rich in cultural heritage. From the Albert Dock UNESCO World Heritage Site to its architecturally stunning Georgian streets, the city has become one of the most filmed locations in the UK outside London.
'The world in one city'
Liverpool is a city that is very supportive of the 50,000 students who live, work and study in its universities. Its claim to be 'the world in one city' is reflected in the diversity of Liverpool's international communities now fully integrated into Liverpool’s social fabric.
The city's Chinatown is the oldest in Europe. Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi, Somalian and Nigerian communities are just a few of the other nationalities that are now well established in Liverpool. All this lends itself to Liverpool being a vibrant and cosmopolitan city and, according to Home Office statistics, one of the safest in the UK too.
| Liverpool is a multi-racial and multi-cultural city supporting a diverse range of religions and communities | Wherever you come from you can expect a warm welcome when you arrive in Liverpool | The ISC is right in the centre of Liverpool, a short walk from all the city's exciting facilities and transport links |
Unparalleled entertainment and leisure opportunities
As the hometown of The Beatles and boasting more artists with number one hit records than any other city in the world, it's not surprising that Liverpool is known as the 'World Capital of Pop'. With music venues catering for all tastes, from the new Liverpool Echo Arena to the Liverpool Philharmonic, Liverpool plays host to some of the best local and international musicians. The city also stages its own music festivals, including the internationally acclaimed Beatles and Matthew Street Festival and the Africa Oye music festival.
Food too is a passion, with restaurants and cafes catering for every taste and budget. From traditional pubs to boutique hotels, award-winning theatres, art house cinemas and comedy clubs, Liverpool has everything you could possibly want in terms of entertainment and leisure services. Plus, if you like shopping, you can choose from major high street stores, independent shops and designer outlets.
Read more about entertainment and leisure for LJMU students.
Gateway to stunning scenery
Liverpool is the gateway to five national parks: Snowdonia, the Peak District, the Yorkshire Moors, the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District. It's also less than an hour's drive to some of England's best and most beautiful beaches.
Transport links
The city is convenient for Manchester International Airport. Read more about travel and transport links.
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