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Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre

Secure guaranteed progression into top-ranked engineering, pharmacy, and sports science degrees at LJMU through the International Study Centre.

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Institution Overview & Profile

Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre (LJMU ISC), located at Rodney House on Mount Pleasant in the vibrant knowledge quarter of Liverpool, provides premier International Foundation Years and International Year One pathway programs in partnership with Study Group, opening guaranteed progression routes into hundreds of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at LJMU.

Institution TypeUniversity International Pathway Centre (LJMU in partnership with Study Group)
Main CampusRodney House Campus, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool Knowledge Quarter
AccreditationOffice for Students (OfS) Registered / Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) Monitored
Admissions RouteDirect online application via Study Group international portal
Language of InstructionEnglish (Academic IELTS for UKVI 4.5 to 5.5 depending on pathway route)
Financial Aid & GrantsLJMU ISC International Progression Scholarships (£1,000–£3,000)

Key Academic Strengths

Featured Academic & Degree Programs

Pre-Degree Foundation

International Foundation Year in Engineering, Computing and Life Sciences

Three-term intensive pathway preparing students for entry into Year 1 of BEng Mechanical Engineering, BSc Computer Science, or MPharm Pharmacy.

First-Year Degree Equivalent

International Year One in Business and Management

Credit-bearing first-year equivalent providing direct progression into Year 2 of BSc Business Management or Accounting and Finance.

Postgraduate Preparation

Pre-Master's in Engineering and Science

One or two-term postgraduate bridging programme offering research methodology, academic English, and subject preparation for MSc programmes.

Verified Academic Opportunities (7)

Scholarship

LJMU International Study Centre Early Bird Scholarship

Tuition fee reduction awarded to international pathway applicants confirming their acceptance offer before the priority intake deadline.

Funding: Up to £2,500 deduction applied directly to the pathway program tuition fee Deadline: June 30, 2027 (September intake)
Bachelor's

International Foundation Year in Engineering & Computing Enrolment

Three-term foundation curriculum guaranteeing progression into Year 1 of BEng Civil Engineering, BEng Mechanical, or BSc Computer Science at LJMU.

Funding: Eligible for continuing LJMU International Achievement Scholarship (£3,000/year at degree level) Deadline: July 31, 2027
Bachelor's

International Year One (IY1) in Business & Management Admission

Direct equivalent to the first year of a UK bachelor's degree, allowing successful students to transition straight into Year 2 at LJMU.

Funding: Progression award of £1,000 for students achieving a 65%+ average in IY1 Deadline: July 31, 2027
Master's

Pre-Master's Programme in Engineering and Computing Enrolment

One or two-term postgraduate preparation course securing admission into MSc Software Engineering, MSc Civil Engineering, or MSc Data Science at LJMU.

Funding: Alumni discount on progression into LJMU master's degrees Deadline: August 15, 2027
Bachelor's

LJMU Sports Science Pathway & Laboratory Practicum

Specialized foundation stream leading to LJMU's world-renowned School of Sport and Exercise Sciences, with access to cutting-edge biomechanics labs.

Funding: Sports excellence progression awards available upon entering Year 1 Deadline: June 30, 2027
Internship

Liverpool Knowledge Quarter Student Ambassador Internship

Part-time paid on-campus internship representing LJMU ISC during student open days, campus tours, and international induction events.

Funding: £11.44/hour up to 10 hours per week during term-time Deadline: October 15, 2027
Bachelor's

International Foundation Year in Pharmacy & Life Sciences

Targeted pathway securing admission into Year 1 of the four-year Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) or BSc Biomedical Science at LJMU.

Funding: Eligible for continuing £3,000/year LJMU merit scholarships Deadline: June 30, 2027

Notable Faculty & Researchers (3)

Dr. Peter Kelly

Head of Centre & Academic Director · LJMU International Study Centre Directorate

Dr. Peter Kelly directs academic operations and progression standards at LJMU ISC, coordinating curricular alignment between Study Group and LJMU academic faculties.

International Student Acculturation Pathway Curriculum Design Academic English Pedagogy

Prof. Keith George

Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research & Enterprise (LJMU Liaison) · LJMU School of Sport and Exercise Sciences

Prof. Keith George is Pro-Vice-Chancellor of LJMU and an internationally renowned exercise cardiologist studying cardiac adaptation in elite endurance athletes.

Cardiovascular Physiology Athlete Heart Remodeling Exercise Echocardiography

Dr. Sandra Byrne

Senior Pathway Tutor in Computing & Mathematics · Department of STEM Foundation Studies

Dr. Sandra Byrne leads foundation computing instruction at Rodney House, preparing international students for rigorous undergraduate algorithmic and data coursework at LJMU.

Introductory Programming Pedagogy Computational Thinking Applied Calculus for Engineers

Next Steps & Application Advisory

Prospective scholars are advised to review official Liverpool John Moores University International Study Centre program requirements well in advance of published deadlines.