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1. 200 years of Liverpool John Moores University history

   Find out more about the history of John Moores University from its origin as the Mechanics School of Arts, through to being granted university status in 1992, right up to the present day.

2. School and College of Nursing and Midwifery

   Find out more about the history of the School and College of Nursing and Midwifery.

3. The growth in vocational education

   Find out more about the history of Liverpool Polytechnic.

4. The legacy of Sir John Moores

   In early 2024, Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Professor Mark Power looked back at the legacy of Sir John Moores and his Littlewoods business, revisiting how the university came to bear his name and how the university is the custodian of the Moores’ family story.

5. Advancing science and technology

   Find out more about the history of the School of Science.

6. Championing public health

   Find out more about the history of the Liverpool Training School for Cookery founded in 1875 by Miss Fanny Louisa Calder.

7. Things to do in Liverpool

   Browse Liverpool's extensive list of annual festivals and events, from literary and comedy to international music and Arabic arts.

8. Liverpool culture

   Learn why Liverpool is a European Capital of Culture, and immerse yourself in world-class art, music, and the performing arts.

9. Socialising in the city

   Join us on a journey into the heart of Liverpool as we explore the sights and cultural attractions and history.

10. Thinking of applying? - International students

    Ready to join LJMU? Learn more about our application process, entry requirements, and the support available for international students.