In 1947 Benjamin entered Liverpool University where he studied engineering but continued to occupy a large part of his time with the Liverpool University Music Society, conducting several concerts in Liverpool.
Sa 1947 Benjamin ipinasok Liverpool University kung saan siya-aral ng engineering ngunit patuloy na maghawak ng malaking bahagi ng kanyang oras sa Liverpool University Music Society, pagsasagawa ng ilang mga konsiyertong sa Liverpool.