Personal Statement and UCAS Application tips

Writing a Personal Statement and completing a UCAS application may seem like an overwhelming task. So, to help make the process as smooth as possible we’ve put together some handy tips. What you should research Courses Entry requirements Location University Facilities Social aspects Visiting universities on Open/Applicant Days How can I find out the information?…

Returning to education as a mature student

Hope graduate Kate talks about her experience of being a mature student at Hope, and offers advice for learners who are looking to return to education. How did you find being a mature learner? At first completely daunting, I suppose like any new challenge you set yourself however, for me I guess I was focused…

Top tips for dissertation students

After nearly three years of studying, your degree is almost in sight. But there’s just one thing left to do… your dissertation! With proper planning, writing your dissertation can actually be pretty straightforward – and most students really enjoy writing theirs. We’ve put together some handy tips to help you ace your biggest piece of…

Making the most of our libraries

From self-service check-out machines to a new wellbeing collection, there are some brand new updates to our library…and we’re about to tell you all about them. Opening hours During term time the Sheppard-Worlock Library is open from 8:30am-10pm weekdays, and 9am-10pm at weekends.The Creative Campus libraries are open 9am-5pm weekdays (except Wednesdays), when the Cornerstone…

Eating out in the city

Crust Crust on Bold Street is a must for pizza lovers. It’s a great place to get together with friends to share a pizza and with loads of options such as organic or even a black base, there’s something for everyone! You can even create your own, or if pizza isn’t your think the menu…

A students’ guide to The Baltic Triangle

The Baltic Triangle is quickly becoming the place to be in Liverpool, and it’s easy to see why. The quirky and cool district is bursting with bars, restaurants and independent businesses and it’s definitely an Instagrammers’ dream! We’ve put together this handy guide of where to go and what to do in the hidden gem…

The epiphany that led me to Hope…

Tuesday 6th August at around 12:30pm was my epiphany moment. I had just got back from my second trip to Benidorm in the space of 7 weeks, and I had the blues. The most recent trip was to celebrate the return of my girlfriend who had just spent 8 weeks coaching football in Orlando, so…

Getting the most out of your university experience

Hi everyone. My name is Grace and I’m in my third year studying Media and Communication. I think it’s so important for students to get the most they can out of university, but sometimes it’s hard to find where to start. So, here are the ways I delved into university life. In my second year…

Freshers as a second year

Saturday: Today, I moved in to my new flat. I am going into my second year at Liverpool Hope, studying Primary Education. I am living in Aigburth Park this year with three of my friends. Coming from Leeds, it took me two and a half hours when it usually takes half that time – the…

Taking the plunge and juggling life as a mature student

I’d always been quite studious and enjoyed my time at school, but circumstances meant that when I left school at the age of 16 (almost 20 years ago- shhh!) I didn’t go on to higher education and began working instead. I worked for the same company for 16 years but, although I was relatively happy,…

Starting University: moving in to halls and Freshers Week

I’m currently a second year Psychology student at Liverpool Hope, and when I started university I lived in halls for my first year. Moving in When you first move into your room it’s going to feel like freedom, but once you’ve settled in you might want to think about making it feel a bit more…