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  2. Where you can study – Study abroad

    With over 100 partners across Europe, the USA and Asia, there are plenty of opportunities to find the right location for you to study abroad.

  4. How to apply – Study abroad

    Travelling overseas and adjusting to a new culture not only improves your employability but your self-confidence, cultural awareness and communication skills. Going abroad is exciting in every sense of the word. Find out how you can apply to study abroad as an LJMU student.

  5. Support

    Find out what support is available to you.

  6. Contact us about Elder Dempster

    Please contact us using the details below if you’d like to find out more about Elder Dempster Lines or the Homeward Bound Project. We welcome enquiries from schools, teachers and community groups.

  7. Elder Dempster events

    Throughout the year, we hold a number of events relating to Elder Dempster Lines. We'll post details about upcoming events on this page. Read more about the workshops, talks and training we've held in the past.

  8. John Goble

    John Goble was the Chief Officer for Elder Dempster Lines. John joined Elder Dempsters in 1963 as Third Mate. In his interview, John discusses the challenges of working at sea, his first impressions on West Africa and how the impact containerisation had on the industry.

  9. John Edge

    In his interview John Edge talks about his responsibilities as a Purser, as well as the pay and conditions he experienced when working at Elder Dempster Lines. Listen to John's interview.

  10. Jo Stanley

    Dr Jo Stanley is a historian. Read about women who worked for Elder Dempster Lines, as well as two detailed pieces about the lives of two of Elders' former female employees - May Quinn and Julia Andrews.