The University of Liverpool
North West, England
How much do University of Liverpool graduates earn by subject?
University of Liverpool graduates earn a median salary of £33,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Medicine and dentistry at £52,900, while Performing arts graduates earn £24,800.
+ 17 more subjects
Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,000 | £48,000 | £52,500 |
| Veterinary sciences | £24,000 | £22,500 | £29,000 |
| Economics | £26,500 | £24,000 | £29,500 |
| Engineering | £30,500 | £32,000 | £38,000 |
| Business and management | £29,000 | £27,000 | £36,750 |
| Medical sciences | £27,000 | £29,000 | £28,500 |
| Physics and astronomy | - | £25,500 | £26,500 |
| Computing | £32,000 | £32,500 | £44,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £27,000 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| Biosciences | £28,000 | £24,500 | £33,000 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £30,000 | £38,500 |
| Chemistry | £30,000 | £28,000 | £36,000 |
| Politics | £23,000 | £23,000 | £31,000 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | - | £22,500 | £32,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £25,000 | £24,500 | £29,500 |
| Psychology | £25,000 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Performing arts | £27,500 | £24,500 | £30,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Liverpool?
In 2024, University of Liverpool received 86,730 applications and accepted 14,620 students, giving an acceptance rate of 16.9%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £21,350 to £51,500 per year in tuition at University of Liverpool. Living costs are estimated at £9,500–£12,500 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Liverpool?
90% of University of Liverpool graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 27 subjects with median salaries ranging from £24,800 to £52,900. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine and dentistry | 87.5% | £52,900 |
| Veterinary sciences | 91.9% | £47,100 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 82% | £42,700 |
| Economics | 91.3% | £42,300 |
| Engineering | 86.4% | £41,200 |
| Business and management | 91% | £38,300 |
| Medical sciences | 90.8% | £38,100 |
| Physics and astronomy | 85% | £37,600 |
| Computing | 88.5% | £36,900 |
| Mathematical sciences | 88.4% | £35,400 |
| Biosciences | 81.8% | £33,900 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 92.8% | £33,200 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 100% | £32,800 |
| Allied health | 87.4% | £32,800 |
| Chemistry | 87.7% | £32,800 |
| Languages and area studies | 88.3% | £32,800 |
| Law | 92.4% | £32,500 |
| Politics | 83% | £31,800 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 90.2% | £31,600 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 86.3% | £31,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 79.7% | £30,300 |
| Psychology | 90.8% | £29,600 |
| Combined and general studies | 73.3% | £29,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 88.9% | £29,200 |
| History and archaeology | 84.9% | £28,800 |
| English studies | 84.8% | £27,400 |
| Performing arts | 83.7% | £24,800 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Entry Requirements
Russell Group. Medicine and Dentistry most competitive. Many courses accept BBB-ABB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Medicine and dentistry £52,900
- 2 Veterinary sciences £47,100
- 3 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £42,700
- 4 Economics £42,300
- 5 Engineering £41,200
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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