Liverpool John Moores University
North West, England
How much do Liverpool John Moores University graduates earn by subject?
Liverpool John Moores University graduates earn a median salary of £27,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy at £40,700, while Health and social care graduates earn £23,700.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | £29,500 | £29,500 | £36,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £27,000 | £30,500 | £41,000 |
| Computing | £29,500 | £23,500 | £28,500 |
| Mathematical sciences | £25,000 | £25,000 | £30,000 |
| Chemistry | £24,000 | £23,000 | £27,500 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £23,500 | £30,500 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £28,000 | £32,000 |
| Education and teaching | £23,000 | £20,000 | £26,000 |
| Psychology | £24,000 | £21,000 | £25,500 |
| Biosciences | £24,000 | £22,500 | £27,500 |
| Performing arts | £25,500 | £21,500 | £27,500 |
| Creative arts and design | - | £20,000 | £24,000 |
| Health and social care | £29,500 | £28,500 | £32,000 |
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 Liverpool John Moores University?
In 2024, Liverpool John Moores University received 59,080 applications and accepted 13,270 students, giving an acceptance rate of 22.5%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at Liverpool John Moores University?
90% of Liverpool John Moores University graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 25 subjects with median salaries ranging from £23,700 to £40,700. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 93.2% | £40,700 |
| Engineering | 87.2% | £38,700 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 83.3% | £36,900 |
| Computing | 84.7% | £35,000 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.6% | £32,100 |
| Mathematical sciences | 89.7% | £31,800 |
| Chemistry | 91.7% | £30,300 |
| Business and management | 87% | £29,200 |
| Allied health | 86% | £28,700 |
| Law | 88.7% | £28,500 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 87.5% | £28,500 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 86.7% | £28,100 |
| Materials and technology | 79.3% | £27,700 |
| Education and teaching | 88.6% | £27,400 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 84.1% | £27,000 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 94.3% | £26,600 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 83.4% | £26,600 |
| Psychology | 84.3% | £25,900 |
| Agriculture, food and related studies | 85.7% | £25,700 |
| Biosciences | 87.1% | £25,200 |
| History and archaeology | 81.7% | £25,200 |
| Performing arts | 84.2% | £24,800 |
| English studies | 84% | £24,100 |
| Creative arts and design | 85.5% | £24,100 |
| Health and social care | 77.8% | £23,700 |
* 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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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy £40,700
- 2 Engineering £38,700
- 3 Architecture, building and planning £36,900
- 4 Computing £35,000
- 5 Nursing and midwifery £32,100
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
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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