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Frequently Asked Questions

If you have any questions about coming to Liverpool Hope University as a Study Abroad or Exchange student, check out our frequently asked questions below. If you have any further questions, please contact our Global Student and Partnership Centre.

Where is Liverpool Hope University?

Liverpool is in the North West of England, an hour from Manchester, just over a two hour train ride from London and a short boat ride away from Ireland. Liverpool Hope University has two campuses in Liverpool - Hope Park, which is three miles from the city centre, and the Creative Campus, which is within a brisk walk of the city centre. We also have our accommodation campus, Aigburth Park, and an outdoor centre at Plas Caerdeon in Wales.

Can I apply to Liverpool Hope even if there isn’t an existing agreement with my school?

Yes! You can apply for the Study Abroad programme (but not the Exchange programme) and all you need to do is work with your home university to make sure the courses that you take here at Liverpool Hope will transfer back. Please read the information at Application and Admissions Process or contact us at globalcentre@hope.ac.uk if you have any questions or need any help.

Do I need a Visa?

There are two types of student visas for the UK, depending how long you are studying here for - please go to our Visa and Immigration page for further information.

What are the entry requirements?

You should normally be a registered undergraduate student in a university or college with good academic standing and have:

  • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 ('B' average) or results of an equivalent standard (please provide your latest official transcript)
  • One academic letter of reference from your home institution - this must be from your Professor

It is expected that you will normally be studying with us in your Junior or Senior year but students in other years will also be considered.

How many classes can I take?

You can take a variety 15 and 30 credit courses up to a total of 60 credits, including the compulsory 15-credit course, Contemporary Britain. For further information and course listings go to How to Create Your Study Plan

When will I get my course choices confirmed/get my timetable?

We aim to have a draft study plan and timetable to you a month before classes start. After you have registered, you will be able to see a digital timetable.

How and when will I get my results/transcripts?

After you have returned home, your transcript of results will be emailed to your University/College following approval at an academic board - this is usually at the end of January for the Fall programme and the end of May for the Spring programme. Full Year students will take end-of-year exams and will receive their transcript in the first week of July.

You will be able to see your results in MyHope (student portal) immediately after they have been published - dates as above.

When should I arrive/leave?

For information about arrival day see the Arrival and Orientation page.

Will I be met at the airport when I arrive?

Yes - we can collect from Manchester International or Liverpool John Lennon Airports on Arrival Day only. We will invite you to complete a Travel Form with your flight details a month or so before you travel. You will be collected by a private airport transfer company, Where possible, a member of staff will be at Manchester airport on Arrival Day, but this may not be the case for early or late arrivals. Students arriving at Liverpool John Lennon Airport will be given a contact phone number - we will send a taxi when you are ready to leave the airport.

Does Liverpool Hope University offer an orientation programme?

Yes - we offer as much arrival and orientation information as we can - there is a longer lead-in time in the Fall - depending on the start of teaching for the Spring programme, time may be tight. See further information at Arrival and Orientation.

Should I bring my own towels, bedding, kitchen utensils etc?

If you are on an inclusive fee package, a bedding pack is provided as part of your package. All other students should bring or purchase bedding. You must provide your own towels and anything you need for the kitchen, such as dishes, silverware and cooking utensils. These can be bought cheaply from local shops after you arrive - see the Information for International Students tab.

Will electrical items from home work in the UK? Do I need a converter?

The UK electrical system is based on three pin 13 amp plugs which means you may need to bring an electrical adapter with you. Each study bedroom on campus is fitted with a 220v – 240v electrical supply.

Is there internet access in the on-campus rooms?

Yes. There is unlimited WiFi available in all rooms and in all areas of the campuses.

Should I open a bank account in the UK?

If you are here for a full academic year, you can open a bank account in the UK in order for you to access your money. Students on shorter programmes can use a credit or debit card. Please note that we do not take cash in any part of the University.

See the Information for International Students tab.

What expenses should I prepare for?

In the UK, the cost of living matches most EU countries, but may be significantly more expensive than Africa or India. Visit the Which website for further information.

Can I work/volunteer whilst in the UK?

If you are in the UK for over 12 months, you need a Student Route Visa, which does allow for working up to 20 hours per week in term-time and full-time in the holidays. If you are studying for less than six months, you cannot carry out paid or unpaid work. See the information at Information for International Students 'Employment' tab.

Do I need health insurance?

Students on a Student Route Visa pay an NHS surcharge, which allows access to most NHS services without additional charge. If you are studying in the UK for less than six months and have entered without a visa (Non-visa Nationals), or with a Standard Visitor Visa (Visa Nationals), you will need a Comprehensive Medical Insurance policy as you are only entitled to access Primary Care services in the UK.

Primary Care includes emergency treatment, medical advice at an NHS Health Centre, sexual health advice, birth control and maternity services. It does not include the issue of special medication that you may have taken in your home country or consultations with a specialist or at a hospital department. It may not cover the cost of emergency surgery or routing medical procedures.

Even if you are covered by the NHS Surcharge, you may have to wait months to see a specialist practitioner, so please check what services are available before you travel.

Please note that private (paid for) health care is not widely available, so please check before travelling if you have an ongoing medical condition or need more medication than you can bring with you.