Student accommodation near the University of Liverpool

Student flats and spare rooms near the UOL

Finding student accommodation in Liverpool is usually affordable, thanks to the fact that the city offers various options that adapt to different budgets and preferences. Precisely, as there are several sites to choose from, we recommend that you first know in which area your place of study is located.

Where’s the University of Liverpool located?

The University is mostly housed in the main campus of Liverpool, but it also has a more remote and smaller one on the peninsula of Wirral, and another in China. In this article we focus on the campuses that are in Liverpool and its surroundings.

Liverpool Campus

The main campus of the UOL is located at approximately a five-minute walk from the centre of Liverpool. It houses most of the institution's administrative buildings and faculties, such as:

• Humanities and Social Sciences
• Health Sciences (Thompson Yates Building)
• Sciences and Engineering (Harrison Hughes Building)

In addition to this, you should know that it also has two libraries with all the comforts for your study sessions, a sports centre which includes a swimming pool, gym, sports halls and other facilities, cafés, recreational spaces and, of course, green areas in case you want to take a break and enjoy some time with your friends in the outdoors.

Leahurst Campus

This campus is located in the rural area of Cheshire and houses the University of Liverpool Veterinary School. It’s 12 miles south of the main campus, and it includes farms, laboratories and other facilities for future veterinarians.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near the UOL

Here we recommend the most convenient areas and neighbourhoods to live close to the University.

Liverpool Centre

Living in the city centre means you are just a few minutes from the university campus. In addition, you’ll have all the comforts and entertainment that Liverpool offers close to you.

Smithdown Road

This area is very popular among students so it has a lively atmosphere full of cafés, fast food places, restaurants, bars, and pubs. It’s a short bus ride from the centre.

Toxteth

It’s a neighbourhood close to the campus with different accommodation options at reasonable prices. It has been named one of the best places to live in the UK.

Neston

If you need to be near the Leahurst campus, then Neston may be a good option. It offers different accommodations and has a calm and friendly atmosphere, with a welcoming community.

Student residences near the UOL

Both in and around the campus there are several accommodation options and university residences that provide comfort and proximity to the facilities. However, keep in mind that there are not many places, hence you can opt for private residences. On our platform you can take a look at some!

Exchange at the University of Liverpool

• To study in Liverpool you must have your documentation and your student visa for the United Kingdom in order, if you don't have it yet.
• As an international student, you’ll have to prove that you meet the corresponding language requirements, unless you’re from an English-speaking country. You must consult the level you need in the specific section of the studies you will take. But don't worry! Various types of language certificates are accepted.
• In addition, they offer English courses before the start of the semester in case you need to improve your skills.
• The UOL is a global institution that receives students from more than 135 countries every year. Also, it was recognized with the classification of Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Doing your exchange here offers you a multicultural experience of great academic quality.
• “The Guild of Students” in Liverpool is an organisation that arranges different activities for students. With them you can integrate and make friends, while having a good time and taking a break from your studies.
• The highlight is that you can enjoy the “most splendid city in England”. It’s the home of the Beatles, and in its streets you’ll find history, diversity, modernity, and a youthful and cosmopolitan atmosphere that’s worth enjoying. The calendar is always full of activities!

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