Liverpool Palliative Care Unit
The Palliative Care Unit (PCU) at the University of Liverpool is a multi-professional team that brings together research, educational and clinical expertise with the aim of improving end-of-life care around the globe.
The PCU leverages its network of national and international collaborators to design, develop and deliver novel research and educational courses, and advanced communication skill training (ACST), that have a direct impact on the care provided to dying people and those close to them.
Our goal is to improve end-of-life care at every level, driving change at research, policy, and clinical care level through world-leading research, accessible and engaging education, and effective outreach and engagement.
The challenge
Many people die an undignified death because of unmet physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs.
Our vision
The outcomes of our international research and education will enable all people to experience a dignified death.
Research
Through cutting-edge research, the Palliative Care Unit aim to develop new approaches to improve end of life care nationally and globally.
Education
The Palliative Care Unit specialises in the delivery of advanced communication skills training (ACST), teaching a range of courses at both undergraduate and professional levels.
Our team
Our team bring a wide range of skills and specialities together with the aim of tackling the challenges of producing impactful research and shaping the decision making that goes into end of life care in the UK and worldwide.
Courses and events
From Advanced Communication Skills Training to Training the Teachers, learn more about the courses and events hosted by the PCU.
Annual report 2024
Read our latest annual report.