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T
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e University is investing
£600 million in its facilities
as part of its commitment
to providing a world-class
student experience and
research environment.
The investment includes
a £250 million redevelopment of its
student accommodation (see page 18)
and a further £350 million is earmarked
for investment into the academic estate
at its city-centre campus and Leahurst
campus in Wirral.
Patrick Hackett, Chief Operating
Officer, said: "We're making these
investments to support our Strategic
Plan with particular emphasis on
enhancing the student experience
and research excellence.
"We are investing in our
accommodation, teaching and
research facilities in order to
ensure that the University can
continue to offer everything that
students expect from a
world-class University."
£600m
to benefit research and
student experience
Investing
Computer-generated image
of the £25 million Centralised
Teaching Laboratories, which
form an integral part of the
campus enhancements
UNIVERSITY
NEWS
"I'm sure that many of you in our extended
alumni community are aware of the current
changes and developments taking place in
the British higher education sector.
"These changes are creating some
interesting opportunities and challenges for
universities, but the University of Liverpool is
well placed to seize the opportunities and
enhance our position as one of the top 1%
of universities in the world.
"The continued support of alumni,
friends and donors is a major factor in
building upon our resources and
contributes to making the `Liverpool
experience' one that is second-to-none
for our students."
A word from the
Vice-Chancellor