Liverpool isn't half lucky, because it's a city with two standout universities. Founded in 1881,…read morethe city's redbrick offering has always focussed on education that can be applied in future careers, and excels when it comes to courses like Law, Medicine, Engineering, Dentistry and Business, amongst many more. As per the traditional redbrick standard, the university offers both self-catering and catered accommodation. There's something fun about catered. It makes me think of Gilmore Girls where Rory's at Yale and she and her roommate go down for breakfast into the main hall every morning. Not that I... watch that... Ahem, moving swiftly on, catered options allow for plenty of choice with a pick n' mix continental breakfast or a cooked full on sausage and eggs type one, and evening meals too. They don't tend to do lunch however, but options like these do make halls feel more like 'halls'. A couple of interesting facts about this university - its alumni make up eight Nobel Prize winners, it has the sixth largest financial endowment of all UK universities and newsreader Jon Snow studied there as well as a bunch of other famous people, some of them Sirs and Dames. No pressure then! This is easily on par with the prestigious universities down south and its research facilities really are amazing. If it's the Sciences or the more 'traditional' courses that float your boat, Liverpool University might just be the choice for you.

The University of Liverpool is the main University in the city. It is a well-established…read moreinstitution and is a member of the Russell Group, making it top notch in the research sector. Having spent many years at the University, I had a fabulous experience meeting many students from afar, including international countries and truly tested my own academic ability to the sheer limit! Since I am already familiar with Liverpool, it was a simple choice for me after I left School to make Liverpool my first choice, not that I was being biased in any way. This University has a particularly high reputation especially for Medicine and Engineering subjects but whatever your course, Liverpool will bring many great memories to last a lifetime.

John Lennon Stuart Sutcliffe…read moreBrendan McDermott Ray Walker Margaret Chapman Bette Bright Clive Langer & John Wood Constructed in 1882 and 1910, Liverpool College of Art & Design is an imposing, Grade II listed building on the corner of Hope Street and Mount Street. An integral part of Liverpool's cultural and academic history, it was attended by a stream of influential artists, painters, sculptors, designers and musicians. John Lennon studied here from 1957 to 1960 and forged a friendship and camaraderie with Mersey Beat founder Bill Harry. Legend has it that he also used to play covers of Little Richard and Buddy Holly with his band The Quarrymen in the LCAAD canteen. I was lucky enough to attend film screenings here as part of my degree and the inside of the building is just as impressive as the exterior. Depressingly, I believe the Maghull Group own the site now and have planning permission to convert it into luxury apartments in the future. The Quarrymen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8eqtpLxFO0&feature=related

Xaverian College...what a fantastic place…read more This is where I actually became who I am today. I know that sounds silly but this college is fantastic. I learnt more here in two years than I did in five years at high school. The teachers here really bring you out of yourself, they actually care about the students, not just about the grades. I'm still in touch with most of my tutors now, they care what I've been up to since I left and always get in touch to congratulate me on anything I achieve. The range of subjects is vast and the campus keeps getting bigger and better. It's much different to most other colleges as the buildings are spread right out although not too far so you can still walk to all of them comfortably. It's so different to school, everyone is treated as an adult and it was such a good grounding before university, I don't think I'd have been half as prepared for uni if it wasn't for Xaverian.

Best college I have ever been involved in and really awesome staff. The staff are really helpful…read moreand very supportive.

My overall opinion is 5 stars!…read more Sure some departments are better than others and the quality of teaching will vary, but I believe that Lancaster is one of the best campus-based Universities in the country and definately the best in the North West.

Although my course at lancaster may not have been the most rewarding (I no longer work in the field…read morein which I studied), that was probably more down to choice than teaching. I enjoyed my 3 years at lancaster and certainly felt comfortable and relaxed within the strong community that existed within the college system. Lots of places to shop and eat on campus means that you rarely need to leave (if you're being lazy). It is a self contained town, but well linked by buses to the outside world. I still head back now and then for a beer at one of the bars and am always welcome, even though I'm no longer a student there.

I went to this college 13 years ago and loved it. I studied…read morecatering and hsopitality, at the time they had a great set up with 2 public restaurants that the students would work in. It was a great way to get real hands on experience. They offer many different courses.

Ah, JMU. While Liverpool University occupies the redbrick status, John Moores has always been…read morethought of as slightly more boho and modern. This does not support the common implication that Manchester Met has suffered, that it means it's either easier to get into or relaxed, scruffy and a bit CBA. I know a few of the lecturers here and they're top notch. It was even in my top five universities back when I completed my UCAS forms at college. You can take some unusual modern courses here like Wildlife Conservation, Animal Behaviour, Working with Children and Young People, Interior Design and Creative Writing to name but a few, all of which could potentially be relevant to your prospective futures. It's particularly good for Sports Sciences and Engineering and has been awarded accolades in its study programs related to those. Pretty much every bit of student accommodation you'll find in Liverpool, whether attached to LU or JMU, is gorgeous. This university guarantees accommodation to all new students which they can choose freely regardless of proximity or roommates - you can request to live with a specific friend who will be studying at the same time as you. Most of JMU's accommodation is situated handily close to Lime Street Station too, and it's all either super modern or... be still my beating heart at the sight of North Western Hall. This is a listed building, a former railway hotel located as centrally in Liverpool as you can get that's been converted into student accommodation, and it's too beautiful for words. If I'd have been a JMU student I'd have cared less about the facilities inside. I'd have just wanted to live in THAT building. Visually stunning and remarkably friendly, JMU is a university Liverpool can be proud of.

This review is for the university on-campus accommodation. I'm currently working in Bangor and…read morestaying on-site at the university in the Gwynant halls. The rooms are very modern and have an en-suite bathroom. Upon arrival, we were welcomed warmly and given a key-card. Ultra-modern! But beware of forgetting your card and locking yourself out. This happened to someone in our party during the stay and she had no bother in finding a friendly member of staff to help her out. Apparently it costs you £5 if you're a student living here during term-time. The nearby student union, Bar Uno, catered for us during our stay. It certainly does the job, especially being so close to the accommodation. If I was staying here in my free-time, I would prefer to explore the local haunts come dinner-time, but Bar Uno is just fine and staff are friendly and welcoming. There's also a lot to see and do nearby and some interesting areas to explore. From my short stay I would recommend the nearby Beaumaris area for some lovely little cafés and shops. I'd also say that if you're staying at the university, it may be worth venturing a little farther out in Bangor to find a nice pub in the evening.

Education is our passport to the future. Tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today…read more I was home schooled up until I was 18.