Before you apply

Before you apply

This page outlines the supplementary information that you are required to provide before your application can be considered complete.

Supporting documentation

In addition to the information required on the application form, you will need to attach copies of the following documents to your application (whether online or offline):

∙ School or college transcripts/certificates 

∙ University transcripts

∙ Degree certificates

∙ English language certificates (EU/International applicants only)

∙ Personal statement

∙ Research proposal (for MPhil/PhD/MD applicants only)

References

As part of the admissions criteria we require two references. These should be academic references if you have been in full time education in the last three years. On our 'Apply Yourself' (AY) application, you should provide details of your referees who will then be emailed directly to request a written reference. We will also accept scanned versions of your references emailed to us.

The University provides downloadable reference forms within the Taught Application Pack or the Research Application Pack. You may pass these forms on to your referees for them to complete and return to the University. Please note that this form of reference must be signed and stamped officially and only the reference form and information should be submitted to our office. If you choose to not use the reference forms, please ensure your reference is on appropriate letter headed paper and signed by your referee.

Please submit your references to:

∙ pguk@liv.ac.uk (UK applicants)

∙ pgint@liv.ac.uk (International & EU applicants)

If you have a pre-application query, please contact our Enquiries Team onpgrecruitment@liv.ac.uk.

Research applicants

If you are applying for a research degree (MPhil/PhD/MD) you should:

∙ check the research interests detailed on the relevant department's website to see if we can offer expert supervision in your chosen area of specialisation.

∙ prepare a brief research proposal to outline the research you would like to undertake including any potential supervisors that you have identified.

∙ submit a full application with all supporting documentation, including how you intend to fund your research degree.

Original or certified academic transcripts

The University requires all applicants to provide original academic documents (academic transcript, degree certificate and evidence of English) which verify their successfully completed qualifications.

For international applicants we are directed by the UK Visa'a and Immigration to request this evidence.  You can send these documents to the postal address opposite or they can be presented when you register at the University. On receiving any original documents in the post we will check these and return them to you promptly via a recorded postal service to the address we hold for you on record

If you have applied to us using one of our recognised international representatives (agents) it is not necessary for you to send these to us during the application stage, however you must show your international representative these documents for verification and present them during registration.

We require all transcripts from higher education (BA, BSc, MA, MSc for example) to be officially translated (if they are not issued in English) which can be done either by an official translation company, any British Council office or by your university. If you have already graduated, we need proof that you have undergone the proper ceremonies fully completing your degree, i.e. official copy of your award certificate stating the date you graduated. Please send all documentation to the Postgraduate Admissions Team at our address below as soon as possible. This will avoid unnecessary delays. 

If you choose to provide copies of academic documentation during the application process then original copies of academic documents will be requested at the point of registration.

Working while you study

The University provides a range of support for students who wish to supplement their income through part-time work.

Part-time work

At Liverpool we recognise that part-time work is an increasingly essential part of student life and do our best to help you fit work around your studies.

Legally you are allowed to work up to 20 hours per week, though the University recommends that you work no more than 15.

The minimum wage in the UK for people aged 18 to 20 is £5.55 an hour. People aged 21 to 24 receive £6.95 an hour and people aged 25 and above receive £7.20 an hour.

As well as sourcing part-time work yourself, our Careers and Employability Service also advertises local job vacancies - both inside and outside academia. Visit the Careers & Employability Service website for more information.

Working for the University

Postgraduate research students occasionally supplement their main source of support (within limits set by the Research Councils) by earning payments from the University. Responsibilities include:

∙ teaching and demonstrating work in the departments (for no more than 15 hours a week)

∙ exam invigilation

∙ administrative duties.

To find out what opportunities may be available to you, you can speak to your supervisor in your department.

Becoming a Residential Advisor

Did you know as a postgraduate student you can also work as a Residential Adviser and provide support and guidance to our undergraduate students living in our brand new £50 million Crown Place at the heart of the Liverpool campus? In return we can offer you accommodation at a reduced rate as well as the opportunity to gain some valuable experience to benefit your future career. Visit our Accommodation page for more details.

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