12 | Liverpool John Moores University
SHAPING FUTURES SINCE 1823 LJMU can trace its roots back to 1823 and the foundation of Liverpool’s Mechanics’ and Apprentices’ Library. We’ve come a long way since then, becoming a university in 1992 and we are now ranked as 49th in the UK*. Throughout our history we have championed education for all; from our earliest students in the 19th Century through to today’s skilled graduates, who are driving forward 21st Century innovations and economic success, both in the UK and overseas. We take our name from one of the UK’s most successful businessmen, Sir John Moores, who turned his love of football into a business empire that was worth millions. Born into a working class family, he proved that with vision and hard work, anyone can achieve success. So if you have talent, are willing to work hard and grasp every opportunity that comes your way, we are the University that can help you achieve your ambitions.
*Times Higher Education world university rankings 2020
1823
Liverpool Mechanics’ and Apprentices’ Library
1825
Liverpool Mechanic’ Institute and School of Arts
1849
Liverpool School of Pharmacy
1852
Nautical School and College
18611969
School of Science (1861) and College of Technology (1892-1969)
1862
School and College of Nursing and Midwifery
1875
F.L. Calder College Liverpool Training School for Cookery
18981970
School and College of Commerce
1900
I.M. Marsh College of Physical Training
19451983
C.F. Mott College of Education and COLCHE
19511970
19661978
19701992
1992NOW
(The City of Liverpool College of Higher Education)
College of Building
Ethel Wormald College of Education Liverpool Polytechnic
Liverpool John Moores University
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