What’s there not to love about Liverpool? Why not settle into one of the UK’s most outgoing and exciting student cities.

Liverpool began its life in 1207, when it was first established as a free borough and port by King John.  It is rich with extraordinary architecture; brimming with Georgian terraces, Victorian mansions and dockland alleys. Not forgetting Liverpool Cathedral; the largest Anglican Cathedral in the world, The Merseyside  Maritime Museum located at the legendary Albert Dock and the more modern looking Metropolitan Cathedral.

You can explore Merseyside’s Heritage with a cruise on the Mersey Ferry, a visit to Birkenhead Priory (1105) or a ride on a 1940′s replica tram which takes you from the ferry terminal to the Transport Museum.

Aside from its amazing architecture and heritage, Liverpool is possibly most famous for giving us The Beatles, and you don’t have to look far in this city to discover their legacy. In fact, places like Penny Lane and Strawberry Fields form part of a popular tourist trail which attracts thousands of fans from around the world.

There are four main universities in Liverpool:

• The University of Liverpool is one of the UK’s top 20 universities. Founded in 1881, the University of Liverpool has an impressive history of pioneering education and research, with a particular emphasis on ‘education for the professions’.

• John Moore’s University At present, LJMU serves more than 24,000 students  making it the largest university in Liverpool by student population.

• Hope University is one on of Britain smaller universities and prides itself on the quality of its research. It seeks the highest academic standards while helping students to become responsible citizens of the world.

• Edge Hill University offers over 200 degree routes in an award-winning campus environment. Developing professionals throughout the UK and overseas, it is the University of Choice for 24,000 students.

No matter which university you’ll be studying at, you’ll want to know what this city offers in the way of fun. Liverpool is a city of inspiration, people here like to live life to the full.

When it comes to nightlife and entertainment for students the city of Liverpool caters well. Here we’ve selected some of the most popular and exciting attractions to indulge in, with a student budget in mind:

• Hardman St offers a whole range of drinking holes Magnet, Flute and Firkin, Flying Picket and The Varsity which are all mindful of a student budget. This little street is a gem found just outside of the main city bar area.
• Live Music – As you can imagine, live music features quite heavily on the social scene and can be found any night of the week. Try Jacaranda, Zanzibar, Flying Picket and Masque which are all in close proximity to each other and are either free to get in or cheap.
• Clubbing – for those of you who like to shake a leg well into the early hours of the morning; there’s VR Bar, Walkabout, RSVP and Society. And let’s not forget Cream which attracts people from all over the UK and beyond.

One thing you won’t be short of in Liverpool is entertainment. This colourful city filled with vibrant people will ensure you’re student life is anything but dull.

Aside from all the fun stuff you’ll need to sort out student accommodation. You’ll be pleased to know that Liverpool is one of the most cost effective cities to study in which means you’ll get more bang for your buck.

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