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  1. About the Elder Dempster project

    The Homeward Bound: A Liverpool-West Africa Heritage Project documents the lives and memories of Elder Dempster’s seafaring and office staff. As part of the project, we recorded 25 oral testimonies.

  2. Funding for research students

    Discover the funding options available for postgraduate research students at Liverpool John Moores University and whether you are eligible to apply.

  3. Previous study funding advice

    Have you studied in higher education before? Learn about the funding options available to you as a returning student at LJMU.

  4. Outreach – meet the team

    Get to know the Outreach Team at Liverpool John Moores University and discover how they support students on their education journey.

  5. Privacy notice and cookies

    Liverpool John Moores University deals with all personal information in a responsible manner that respects personal privacy. Find out about our usage of cookies and what information they store.

  6. The history of Elder Dempster Lines

    Read more about the history of Elder Dempster Lines - the largest UK shipping group between Western Europe and West Africa from the late-nineteenth century to the 1980s.