International Study Centre

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Get ready for an exciting career

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Your pathway to degree success in a top student city

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) International Study Centre offers a range of specialist programmes that will prepare you for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at LJMU. Take the first step on your route to a successful career.

Top 10 in the UK

for course quality, employability and student life

(Uni Compare Top 100 University Rankings 2025)

Graduate success

95% of graduates are in employment or further education within six months of graduating

(Graduate Outcomes Survey, published summer 2023)

Best student city in the UK

as voted by students

(StudentCrowd University Awards 2023)

Studying at the International Study Centre

Prepare to study at LJMU with our range of undergraduate and postgraduate pathway programmes. At the International Study Centre you will learn essential academic skills and academic subject knowledge.

Find the right programme

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International Foundation Year

A one-year preparatory course designed to help you to succeed once you progress to study at LJMU. Study with other international students and progress to an undergraduate degree at LJMU. 

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Extended International Foundation Year

This programme is specifically designed to meet the needs of international students — allowing additional time for you to develop the skills you need for undergraduate study

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International Year One

Get the academic, language and career support you need to start your degree with confidence and progress to year two of your undergraduate degree at Liverpool John Moores University. This one-year programme helps you adjust to studying in the UK while building valuable skills for your future.

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Pre-Masters Programme

A one-semester preparatory course designed to improve your English and practice the academic skills required for successful postgraduate study. Progress to your chosen Masters programme at LJMU.

Ready to join us?

Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.

Entry requirements

View our requirements for more information – you can find all entry requirements here.

Progress to LJMU

Once you successfully complete your programme at LJMU International Study Centre and meet the required grades, you can progress to study a variety of degrees at Liverpool John Moores University.

High ranked subjects

Liverpool John Moores University is ranked highly in the UK in these fields:

3rd in the UK

for Hospitality, Leisure, Recreation & Tourism
(The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024)

16th in the world

for Sports-related Subjects
(QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025)

20th in the UK

for General Engineering
(The Complete University Guide 2024)

Maryam, an international student, on LJMU's campus

I have learnt a lot during my foundation programme, where the tutors told me how to communicate and present, how to design presentation slides. I have learnt how to answer questions and engage with the class and become more confident. It taught me how to negotiate and defend my point in discussions in a good and polite way.

Maryam from Oman
Studied Extended International Foundation Year in Business and Law
Progressed to BA (Hons) Human Resource Management

The perfect home for your international studies

With beaches, parkland, seafront and skyscrapers Liverpool is a beautiful city, but the view isn't the only reason people love it so much. Liverpool has all the attributes of any major European city, but with all the convenience of a small one. Whatever you enjoy, Liverpool has something for you. LMJU is based in Liverpool, a truly beautiful city with a little bit of everything. From beaches and parks to skyscrapers and shops, there’s a reason why the city is loved by so many.

Still have questions?

Our student enrolment advisors are available to answer your questions and help you with your application. We can’t wait to meet you.