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Liverpool John Moores University

Liverpool · QS World #851

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

London · QS World #62

Head-to-Head Summary

Based on 11 datapoints

We looked at 11 data points — world rankings, student satisfaction, graduate salaries, employment rates, and more — to see which university scores higher in each category.

3/11

Liverpool John Moores

scored higher in 3 categories

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8/11

London School of Economics and Political Science

scored higher in 8 categories

Quick Verdict

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London leads in 8 of 11 categories where both have data (ranking, Russell Group, satisfaction, international, graduate salary, scholarship). Liverpool John Moores University is ahead on established, employment, courses.

Liverpool John Moores University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London at a glance

Liverpool John Moores University and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London both teach 20 subject areas, the largest being Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology and Business & Management (General). Liverpool John Moores University offers 325 courses across 78 subject areas; London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offers 253 courses across 30 subject areas.

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Liverpool John Moores University is about £10,950 a year cheaper.

Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a graduate salary, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 9 and Liverpool John Moores University in 0. The widest gap is in Economics: £21,000 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores University, against £49,000 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Of the 9 subject areas both teach where each publishes a student satisfaction score, London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London is higher in 5 and Liverpool John Moores University in 4.

World & National Rankings

Compare world and national league table positions, TEF ratings, and Russell Group membership.

#851
QS World
#62
#501
THE World
#52
#61
Guardian UK
#4
1823
Established
1895
No
Russell Group
Yes
Silver
TEF Rating
Silver

Visual Breakdown

Key metrics at a glance

Longer bars indicate better performance. Metrics include student satisfaction, graduate salaries, and more.

Liverpool John Moores University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

86.1%
89.4%

Satisfaction

Student satisfaction with teaching (NSS Survey, out of 100%)

£28,500
£57,700

Graduate Salaries (5y)

Median graduate salary 5 years after graduation

86.5%
84.7%

Employment

Graduate employment rate

8.3%
63.5%

International

International student share

325
253

Course Counts

Number of courses offered

1
25

Scholarships

Number of scholarships

International Community

Where do international students come from?

Top source countries based on official HESA enrolment data. A higher diversity of nationalities often means a richer campus experience.

Liverpool John Moores

75 countries · 8.3% international

  • 🇮🇳India12.2%
  • 🇮🇪Ireland6.6%
  • 🌐Sri Lanka6.6%
  • 🇵🇰Pakistan6.4%
  • 🇳🇬Nigeria5.2%
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London School of Economics and Political Science

108 countries · 63.5% international

  • 🇨🇳China24.8%
  • 🇺🇸United States8.7%
  • 🇮🇳India7.5%
  • 🇩🇪Germany4.9%
  • 🇸🇬Singapore4.3%

Subjects

20 subjects you can study at both

Courses listed at each university in the subject, and the typical (median) international fee a year. Select a count to see the courses.

Liverpool John Moores University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Also taught at both: Planning & Housing, Psychology (General), Statistics, Health & Social Care, Health Sciences & Paramedic Science.

Only at Liverpool John Moores University

Only at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Fees

What it costs international students

The typical (median) international tuition fee a year across each university's published course fees. Individual courses vary; each course page shows its own fee.

Undergraduate

Liverpool John Moores University
£18,250
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
£29,200

Liverpool John Moores University is about £10,950 a year cheaper.

Postgraduate

Liverpool John Moores University
£18,250
London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London
No data

We do not have reliable international fee data for London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London yet.

Outcomes

Graduate outcomes by subject

Median graduate salary three years after graduating, and student satisfaction with teaching, across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject. Source: Discover Uni.

Liverpool John Moores University

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Politics & International Relations

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£36,000
    94%Satisfaction90%

  • Sociology & Criminology

    £21,500Salary (3 years)£31,000
    87%Satisfaction91%

  • History

    £20,000Salary (3 years)£34,000
    92%Satisfaction90%

  • Law

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£40,000
    86%SatisfactionNo data

  • Economics

    £21,000Salary (3 years)£49,000
    87%Satisfaction90%

  • Mathematics

    £25,000Salary (3 years)£45,500
    92%Satisfaction84%

  • Anthropology

    £19,000Salary (3 years)£29,000
    93%Satisfaction96%

  • Accounting

    £24,500Salary (3 years)£41,500
    95%Satisfaction93%

  • Management

    £19,500Salary (3 years)£42,500
    80%Satisfaction88%

  • Psychology (General)

    £21,000Salary (3 years)No data
    86%Satisfaction89%

Scholarships for International Students

Exclusive

Liverpool John Moores University

Alumni Discount Award

20%

Deadline: N/A

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London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

LSE Access to Education Undergraduate Scholarships

£250,000

Deadline: N/A

Mohammed Al Fahim Scholarship

£33,333

Deadline: N/A

Catherine and Joyce Wood Scholarship

£26,250

Deadline: N/A

LSE ESRC DTP Studentships

£23,805

Deadline: N/A

LSE Excellence Scholarship

£20,000

Deadline: N/A

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FAQ

Liverpool John Moores University vs London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: common questions

Is Liverpool John Moores University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London cheaper for international students?

For undergraduate study, the typical published international fee is £18,250 a year at Liverpool John Moores University and £29,200 at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London: Liverpool John Moores University is about £10,950 a year cheaper. These are medians of the international tuition fees each university publishes for its courses; the fee for a specific course is on its course page.

What subjects can you study at both Liverpool John Moores University and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

Both universities teach 20 subject areas: Politics & International Relations, Sociology & Criminology, Business & Management (General), Media & Film Studies, History, Human Geography & Environment, Law, Economics, Finance & Actuarial Science, Mathematics, Anthropology, Accounting and 8 more.

Is Liverpool John Moores University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London better for Politics & International Relations?

Politics & International Relations graduates earn a median £21,000 three years after graduating from Liverpool John Moores University, and £36,000 from London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Student satisfaction with teaching is 94% at Liverpool John Moores University and 90% at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London. Figures are medians across each university's undergraduate courses in the subject, from Discover Uni.

Does Liverpool John Moores University or London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London offer more courses?

Liverpool John Moores University lists 325 courses on CourseOptions and London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London lists 253 courses.

What can you study at Liverpool John Moores University but not at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London?

Liverpool John Moores University teaches 58 subject areas that London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London does not, including Business Studies, Sport & Exercise Sciences, Civil Engineering, Electronic & Electrical Engineering, Building & Construction, Education Studies, Design & Fashion, Mechanical Engineering and 50 more.

What can you study at London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London but not at Liverpool John Moores University?

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London teaches 10 subject areas that Liverpool John Moores University does not, including Social Policy & Public Policy, Social Sciences (General), Philosophy, Ancient Languages, Asian Languages & Studies, Computing & IT, Cultural Studies, Geography (General) and 2 more.

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