Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Program
No PrescreenNo AuditionInterview RequiredIn-Person or Virtual12-24 StudentsUniversity App Required
Program Characteristics
No Prescreen
No Audition
Interview Required
12-24 Students
University App Required
Program Highlights
ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
TRAINING APPROACH
•Practical skills in set design, costume design, model making, technical drawing, prop making, and fabrication
•Extensive programme of fully realised public performances — not hypothetical designs
•Specialization in areas of personal interest as the course progresses
CAREER PREPARATION
•Work with industry practitioners on public performances throughout all three years
•Professional portfolio created in final year
•Graduates work as designers across live, digital, and multimedia productions
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
Interview Requirements
PORTFOLIO (required)
•Bring a portfolio of your design and artwork to the interview
WRITTEN REVIEW (required)
•Bring a written review of a recent performance you have seen
Good to Know
UCAS DETAILS
•UCAS code: W460
•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
•Bring a portfolio of your design and artwork
•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
IMPORTANT
•No interview fee
•Travel grants available for eligible UK applicants from underrepresented areas
Program info updated 4h ago
ACCREDITATION
•Accredited by the Federation of Drama Schools
•Founded by Sir Paul McCartney
TRAINING APPROACH
•Practical skills in set design, costume design, model making, technical drawing, prop making, and fabrication
•Extensive programme of fully realised public performances — not hypothetical designs
•Specialization in areas of personal interest as the course progresses
CAREER PREPARATION
•Work with industry practitioners on public performances throughout all three years
•Professional portfolio created in final year
•Graduates work as designers across live, digital, and multimedia productions
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
