Is it tough to get into the University of Liverpool?

Yes, other than IELTS or TOEFL, the Duolingo DET test is also valid for the University of Liverpool admissions. 

Although international students should have a minimum score of more than 100 to get admission here. 

The Liverpool admissions can be very competitive and if you are applying as an Indian student, the admission requirements vary here. 

As per those admission requirements, Indian students would require a minimum of 85% in the top core subjects in higher senior secondary exams. The other subject requirements are given below - 

• A minimum of 80% in Chemistry 
• A minimum of 80% from one of Biology, Physics, or Mathematics
• A  minimum of 75% in English (not including Hindi, Regional Language)

Yes, there is a large community of international students studying at the University of Liverpool. In total there are 7000 currently, which makes up a huge chunk of the total students here. 

Due to this, international students feel very welcomed and comfortable during their studies at Liverpool. 

If someone is applying to the University of Liverpool as an Indian student, then they are required to apply with an English language test score. The students can take IELTS, PTE or Duolingo to be able to apply here. 

For most courses, the IELTS score requirement is  6.5 overall with no skills less than 5.5 but for the courses mentioned below this requirement can be much higher - 

• Dentistry
• Veterinary Science
• Medicine

The specific score requirement might vary based on the programs. 

If an Indian student has received a CAS from the University of Liverpool, they should then apply for a UK student visa. This process can take time. The university suggests applying 3 months before the programme starts. 

To apply for a UK student visa the applicant would need to apply via the embassy and also submit some important documents and the visa application fee.