Liverpool John Moores University
(LJMU)
About
Liverpool John Moores University is a public research university in the city of Liverpool, United Kingdom. The university can trace its origins to the Liverpool Mechanics' School of Arts, established in 1823. This later merged to become Liverpool Polytechnic. In 1992, following an Act of Parliament, the Liverpool Polytechnic became what is now Liverpool John Moores University. It is named after Si...
Liverpool John Moores University is a public research university in the city of Liverpool, United Kingdom. The university can trace its origins to the Liverpool Mechanics' School of Arts, established in 1823. This later merged to become Liverpool Polytechnic. In 1992, following an Act of Parliament, the Liverpool Polytechnic became what is now Liverpool John Moores University. It is named after Sir John Moores, a local businessman and philanthropist, who donated to the university's precursor institutions.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 501 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 38 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 24,415
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 18.1 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 16%
- Female : Male
- 57 : 43
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownQS
9 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports-Related Subjects | 16 | 82.2 | 2026 |
| Anatomy & Physiology | 101-200 | - | 2026 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 401-420 | - | 2024 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Medicine | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Biological Sciences | 601-650 | - | 2023 |
| Computer Science | 751-850 | - | 2026 |
ARWU
20 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Marine/Ocean Engineering | 22 | 118.3 | 2025 |
| Transportation Science & Technology | 76-100 | - | 2025 |
| Oceanography | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Civil Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2025 |
| Public Administration | 151-200 | - | 2018 |
| Hospitality & Tourism Management | 151-200 | - | 2024 |
| Telecommunication Engineering | 201-300 | - | 2023 |
| Pharmacy & Pharmacology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 201-300 | - | 2022 |
| Psychology | 201-300 | - | 2025 |
| Computer Science | 301-400 | - | 2023 |
| Public Health | 301-400 | - | 2025 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Ecology | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2020 |
| Human Biological Sciences | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
| Clinical Medicine | 401-500 | - | 2022 |
| Education & Training | 401-500 | - | 2024 |
| Management | 401-500 | - | 2025 |
US News
8 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Science | =103 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =379 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Pharmacology and Toxicology | =417 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =488 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =500 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Plant and Animal Science | =562 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =687 | 51.4 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =920 | 51.4 | 2026 |
THE
11 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering & Technology | 301–400 | 41.5 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 301–400 | 43.0 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 301–400 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 301–400 | 39.5 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301–400 | 36.3 | 2026 |
| Psychology | 301–400 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Law & Legal Studies | 301–400 | 24.7 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 401–500 | 38.3 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 401–500 | 36.7 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 401–500 | 38.8 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 501–600 | 24.6 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Liverpool John Moores University?
Liverpool John Moores University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank 851-900, THE Rank 501–600, ARWU Rank 601-700, US News Rank =533.
When was Liverpool John Moores University founded?
Liverpool John Moores University was founded in 1823.
What are the top subjects at Liverpool John Moores University?
Top subjects at Liverpool John Moores University include: Sports-Related Subjects, Marine/Ocean Engineering, Transportation Science & Technology, Anatomy & Physiology, Space Science.
Where is Liverpool John Moores University located?
Liverpool John Moores University is located in Liverpool, United Kingdom.