Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Program
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredIn-Person or Virtual25-40 StudentsUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
25-40 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
TRAINING APPROACH
•Develop transferable business and entrepreneurial skills across the creative sector
•Deep dive into marketing, data analytics, creative leadership, contracting, copyright, and IP
•Work on a wide portfolio of creative projects with unparalleled professional experience
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
•Recent students have worked on an award-winning Edinburgh Fringe musical, the Eurovision Song Contest, and Cunard's Queen Anne naming ceremony
PATHWAY OPTIONS
•Pursue a broad Management pathway or specialize in Live Events, Music Industry Management, or Theatre and Screen
Key Info
University AppApplication
Apply atUCAS
Apply atSchool Website
Deadline
UCAS DeadlineJan 14, 2026
UCAS Fee
£28.95
One-off fee for up to 5 choices
Good to Know
UCAS DETAILS
•UCAS code: W450
•Institution number: L48
•UCAS fee: £28.95 (covers up to 5 choices)
DEADLINES
•UK deadline: 14 January 2026 at 18:00 (UK time)
•International deadline: 31 May 2026
ELIGIBILITY
•Fall enrollment only
•Deferred entry not accepted (exceptional circumstances considered)
•International students can apply via UCAS or LIPA online portal
What's The Process
TWO-STAGE PROCESS
•Stage 1: Submit UCAS application — LIPA reviews and invites qualifying candidates
•Stage 2: Interview in Liverpool (UK applicants) or virtually (international applicants)
INTERVIEW
•Shared guidelines for all Management pathways ("2026 BA Management (All Pathways) Interview Guidelines")
•Decision within 10 working days of interview
IMPORTANT
•No interview fee
•Travel grants available for eligible UK applicants from underrepresented areas
•Majority of interviews take place February–March; places fill up after this time
Program info updated 4h ago
TRAINING APPROACH
•Develop transferable business and entrepreneurial skills across the creative sector
•Deep dive into marketing, data analytics, creative leadership, contracting, copyright, and IP
•Work on a wide portfolio of creative projects with unparalleled professional experience
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
STUDENT EXPERIENCE
•Recent students have worked on an award-winning Edinburgh Fringe musical, the Eurovision Song Contest, and Cunard's Queen Anne naming ceremony
PATHWAY OPTIONS
•Pursue a broad Management pathway or specialize in Live Events, Music Industry Management, or Theatre and Screen
Updated 4h ago
Academic School InformationTEF Silver
70%
Satisfaction
95%
Grad Rate
£23,500
Earnings
5yr after
Home Tuition
£9,790
UK/EU students
International Tuition
£22,750
overseas students
