Summary:
- The University of Liverpool has submitted a planning application to redevelop five buildings at Mulberry Court, creating 238 new student bed spaces to accommodate an expected increase of 3,000 students by 2031.
- The redevelopment focuses on affordable accommodation, particularly targeting overseas postgraduate students from Africa and South Asia, with plans for 35 studios and 49 cluster flats.
- Partnering with student accommodation specialist Kexgill, the university aims to refurbish existing 1970s buildings near the Metropolitan Cathedral, expanding its current stock of 4,300 managed beds to meet growing demand and support its master plan for accessible higher education.
Original article:
https://lbndaily.co.uk/surge-in-demand-drives-new-student-living-scheme/
