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Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Liverpool, England

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Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 Students

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Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 Students

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BA (Hons) Theatre & Production Technology

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Program profile

25-40 Students

Program Recognition

Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools

Founded by Sir Paul McCartney

Training

Broad training in lighting, sound, stage management, production management, rigging, prop making, and scenic construction

Specialist pathways chosen in second year: Lighting Design, Sound for Performance, Stage Management, or Stage and Scenic Construction

Work on LIPA's extensive programme of public performances

Professional Development

Build a comprehensive CV and portfolio of fully realised productions

Graduates work across theatre, live events, and entertainment

School info

Snapshot

Satisfaction

70%

2025, 5 courses, n=95

Grad rate

95%

Earnings

£24k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,790

UK/EU students

International tuition

£22,750

overseas students

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Program info updated Sep 1, 3:34 PM

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools

Founded by Sir Paul McCartney

Training

Broad training in lighting, sound, stage management, production management, rigging, prop making, and scenic construction

Specialist pathways chosen in second year: Lighting Design, Sound for Performance, Stage Management, or Stage and Scenic Construction

Work on LIPA's extensive programme of public performances

Professional Development

Build a comprehensive CV and portfolio of fully realised productions

Graduates work across theatre, live events, and entertainment

Program Highlights

Program Recognition

Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools

Founded by Sir Paul McCartney

Training

Broad training in lighting, sound, stage management, production management, rigging, prop making, and scenic construction

Specialist pathways chosen in second year: Lighting Design, Sound for Performance, Stage Management, or Stage and Scenic Construction

Work on LIPA's extensive programme of public performances

Professional Development

Build a comprehensive CV and portfolio of fully realised productions

Graduates work across theatre, live events, and entertainment

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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UCAS School Website

Fee

UCAS Fee

£34.50

Deadline

UCAS DeadlineJan 13, 2027

Ba Hons Acting · lipa.ac.uk

Program AppApplication

Opens

Sep 1, 2026

Ba Hons Theatre Production Technology · lipa.ac.uk

Interview Requirements

Portfolio (Required)

Bring a portfolio of your work to the interview

Written Review (Required)

Bring a written review of a recent performance you have seen

Ba Hons Theatre Production Technology · lipa.ac.uk

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Good to Know

Application Logistics

UCAS code: W461

Institution number: L48

UCAS fee: £34.50 (covers up to 5 choices)

Applications for 2027 entry can be submitted from 1 September 2026

UK deadline: 13 January 2027 at 18:00 (UK time)

Applicants outside the UK can apply via UCAS or the LIPA online portal

Eligibility

Fall enrollment only

Deferred entry not accepted except in exceptional circumstances

Non-UK applicants do not need to evidence English language at application or interview; accepted students must satisfy LIPA/UKVI before CAS

What's The Process

Audition Process

Stage 1: Submit UCAS application — LIPA reviews and invites qualifying candidates

Stage 2: Interview in Liverpool (UK applicants) or virtually (international applicants)

Bring a portfolio of your work

Bring a written review of a recent performance you have seen

Separate guidelines provided for UK in-person and international virtual interviews

Decision within 10 working days of interview

No interview fee

Travel grants available for eligible UK applicants from underrepresented areas

School info

Snapshot

Satisfaction

70%

2025, 5 courses, n=95

Grad rate

95%

Earnings

£24k

5yr after

Costs & aid

Home tuition

£9,790

UK/EU students

International tuition

£22,750

overseas students

Discover Uni

Program Recognition

Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools

Founded by Sir Paul McCartney

Training

Broad training in lighting, sound, stage management, production management, rigging, prop making, and scenic construction

Specialist pathways chosen in second year: Lighting Design, Sound for Performance, Stage Management, or Stage and Scenic Construction

Work on LIPA's extensive programme of public performances

Professional Development

Build a comprehensive CV and portfolio of fully realised productions

Graduates work across theatre, live events, and entertainment

Updated Sep 1, 3:34 PM