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  1. Brian McManus interview – Elder Dempster

    Brian McManus joined Elder Dempster Lines as a second officer and made his way up the ranks to master. Find out more about Brian's experiences onboard the ships by listening to his interview.

  2. Study abroad – Go abroad

    With over 100 partners across Europe and beyond, there are plenty of opportunities to find the right location for LJMU students to study abroad. Studying in another country can develop your self-confidence, adaptability and cultural awareness, giving you the edge when it comes to employability.

  3. Barry Groombridge interview – Elder Dempster

    Barry Groombridge joined Elder Dempster Lines aged 16. Barry’s first voyage was from London to the United States, via West Africa. The voyage lasted nine months. Listen to Barry’s interview to hear about the Christmas he spent with nuns in Madeira and what life was like as a purser at Elder Dempster Lines.

  4. Starting a new job

    If you have accessed support for your disability or health condition throughout school and university, e.g. in the form of a support plan or funding, you might be concerned about similar support being available to you in the workplace.

  5. Tag-Art

    Tag-Art is Nicola Taggart's mural and art workshop business. Nicola worked with the Centre for Entrepreneurship when starting her business venture.

  6. Managing your money

    Get expert financial advice and discover our top 10 budgeting tips from LJMU's Student Advice Team to help you manage your money.

  7. Mindfulness

    Discover mindfulness at LJMU: learn to focus on the present moment, reduce stress, and enhance well-being through practices like meditation and breathing.

  8. Funding - Study abroad

    See the full range of funding options available to stay abroad students including Erasmus+ funding, the LJMU Travel Award and scholarships you may be eligible for.

  10. Ethnically Diverse Staff Network

    The LJMU Ethnically Diverse Staff Network is open to staff whom identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, in the first instance.