Liverpool Hope University (LHU) is a public university in Liverpool, England, with campuses. Saint Katharine's College (formerly Warrington Training College), Notre Dame College, and Christ's College merged to form the university.
Liverpool Hope University is unique because it is the only university foundation in Europe (and the United States) that combines Catholic and Anglican campuses to establish an integrated, ecumenical, Christian foundation.
It happened in Liverpool and nowhere else in Europe because of the presence in the 1980s of two extraordinary church leaders: Bishop David Sheppard, Bishop of the Anglican Diocese, and Archbishop Derek Worlock, Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese that stretches from Liverpool across the north of England.
They confessed their religion to each other and led their congregations to each other's cathedrals, a symbolic gesture of Christians cooperating amid religious sectarianism in Northern Ireland.
When the three colleges (St Katharine's in 1844, Notre Dame College in 1856, and Christ's College in 1964) merged, the name "Hope" was chosen from Hope Street, which connects both cathedrals - a living metaphor of what may happen when Christians join and work together for the common good.
This year marks the 175th anniversary of the establishment of our first college in 1844; at the time, England had just six universities, but none admitted women, Catholics, or Jews. Liverpool Hope University's founding colleges were among the first to begin opening up higher education to the broad majority of England's population.
The Anglican Bishops of Liverpool, dating back to the first Bishop, Bishop Ryle, were all evangelicals. The bond between the Anglican Bishop and the Catholic Archbishop was founded chiefly on their shared religion and concern for the needy.
The university's commitment to the ancient Christian religion endures as it attempts to live out that faith in its life and work in a secularised British academic.
We host a Foundation Service at the start of each academic semester to reaffirm our fundamental mission and principles. Our graduation ceremonies alternate between the Anglican and Catholic Cathedrals in Liverpool.
Liverpool Hope University's new name was selected to reflect the institution's ecumenical goal.
Liverpool Hope University was established in July 2005 when the Privy Council granted permission to use the title "University." In 2009, the Privy Council gave Research Degree Awarding Powers.
University highlights
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University Type |
Public |
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Established Year |
1844 |
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No of Students |
4985 |
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Tuition Fees for International Students Yearly |
17,000 GBP |
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Intakes |
September, January, and May. |
Main intakes
The main intakes are in September, January, and May.
Scholarship
GEMS Scholarship
Value: 50% off one year of tuition.
Application Process/ documents needed for admission
Academic Documents (For Bachelor)
- SLC Mark sheet
- School Leaving Certificate
- SLC Character Certificate
- Transcript of 12th grade
- Individual Mark sheet of 12th grade
- Character Certificate of 12th grade
- Provisional Certificate of 12th grade
- Migration Certificate of 12th grade
Academic Documents (For Masters)
- Transcript of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Individual Mark sheets of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Character Certificate of Bachelor's Degree and 12th grade
- Provisional Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
- Migration Certificate of Bachelor’s Degree and 12th grade
IELTS/TOEFL/PTE scores
Passport
Experience letter
Statement of Purpose
Application Fees
Proof of Scholarships - If any
Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
College Recommendation (if a current student)
Language Requirement
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Test |
Minimum Score requirement |
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TOFEL Requirements |
78 Overall with R18, W17, L17, S20 |
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IELTS Requirements |
6.0 Overall, with 5.5 in each component |
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PTE |
61 (Minimum of 59 in each component) |
FAQ
Q. Can I work as a student in the UK?
Yes, international students in the United Kingdom can work part-time (20 hours per week, seven days a week) throughout the academic year.
Q. Does Liverpool Hope University offer financial aid to International Students?
Yes, Liverpool Hope University offers scholarships to international students. You can find details about scholarships in our scholarship section.
Q. What are the different intakes at Liverpool Hope University?
Generally, September, January, and May are the time when intakes occur.
Q. Do I have to pay any tuition expenses before applying for a visa? If so, how much do I have to pay?
Before issuing a visa, most institutions need payment. The size of the deposit varies by school; for example, some colleges may want a 50% deposit of the first-year tuition cost, others one-third, and others GBP 1000/2000.
Q. How much will it cost to live in the United Kingdom?
The cost of living in the UK will vary depending on where you choose to study. These will cover necessities such as shelter, food, and transportation. You should also budget for adequate money to spend on the vibrant university and college social scene, and any trip plans you may have.
To qualify for a student visa, the UKVI estimates that you will require GBP 1020 per month if you reside in London and GBP 820 per month if you live elsewhere. This amount does not include course costs.
