January 2027 intake

Start your postgraduate journey at Liverpool John Moores University.

Apply now for January 2027

Explore our January 2027 intake programmes and take the next step towards achieving your academic and professional goals. Selected postgraduate programmes are available for international students looking to develop specialist knowledge, enhance their career prospects and gain a globally recognised UK qualification.

Ranked 2nd in the UK in the Uni Compare Top 100 University Rankings 2025 and 2026, LJMU combines academic excellence with industry-informed teaching and a strong focus on employability. Our postgraduate courses are designed to help you develop the advanced skills and practical experience valued by employers worldwide, supported by a dedicated Careers Team throughout your studies.

You'll join a welcoming community of more than 28,000 students, including international students from over 123 countries, and study in Liverpool – one of the UK's most affordable and student-friendly cities.

How to apply

Applications are now open for postgraduate study and will close on Friday 30 October.

For more guidance on applications please see our postgraduate page.

The following programmes are open for January 2027 intake:

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January 2027 postgraduate important dates and deadlines

  • Applications open: 1 July 2026
  • Applications deadline: 30 October 2026
  • Early payment deadline: 6 November 2026
  • Deposit deadline: 23 November 2026
  • CAS issuing deadline: 30 November 2026
  • Mandatory International Welcome: 11 January 2027
  • Programme start date: 11 January 2027

Tuition fees

Please note:
Course tuition fees vary and you must access the international tab on the relevant course page to view the correct fee.

Tuition fee deposit and instalment plan

International students must pay an initial deposit of £5,000 plus the first instalment which is due before enrolment. Students have the option to pay their fees in full or in three equal instalments minus any internal scholarships. The first instalment is due before enrolment.

Postgraduate fee payment deadlines

  • Early Bird Deposit payment: 6 November 2026
  • 4 December 2026: £5,000 deposit due
  • 4 January 2027: 25% of tuition fee is due
  • 15 May 2027: 25% of tuition fee is due
  • 15 August 2027: 25% of tuition fee is due

Our international scholarships

LJMU awards a range of international scholarships and early bird discounts from £3,500 to £5,500 for students enrolling at the University every year. These awards take the form of partial tuition fee scholarships and are available to eligible international students who apply for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Explore the full range of postgraduate scholarships available to you.

Further information

If you have any questions, please visit our FAQ page or contact our team.

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