Integrative Biology, Cancer Research, Translational Medicine, Medicine Founded in 1881, the University of Liverpool has an impressive history of pioneering education and research, with a particular emphasis on 'education for the professions'. Today we are a principal centre of excellence in many disciplines, including engineering, medicine, dentistry, business and law - as we strive to prepare our students for the challenges of the 21st century. As one of the UK's top 20 research-led universities, we are furthering knowledge with strategic partners worldwide and we intend to double our £123m pa research budget by 2015. Education creates opportunity. We are proud to be one of the UK's most inclusive universities, welcoming students from a wide variety of backgrounds and from over 100 countries of the world.