The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is a leading university-level provider of performing and creative arts training, known for its project-based learning approach and focus on collaboration, industry connections, and entrepreneurship. LIPA aims to produce graduates who are skilled, innovative, and empowered to pursue careers in the creative arts.
| Acronym | LIPA |
| Nickname | fame school |
| Motto / Slogan | Where performance matters |
| Founded | 1996 |
| Location | Liverpool, England, United Kingdom |
| Address | Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts Mount Street Liverpool L1 9HF |
The mission of the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is to provide exemplary and distinctive vocational creative and performing arts training and education.
The vision statement for the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is "To be a world leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training."
The primary objective of the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is to educate and empower future creatives in the performing arts industry, enabling them to secure sustained work.
Equity is the driving force behind our ambition to be a world-leading centre of excellence in creative learning and vocational training. Our 2023–2026 Strategic Plan placed equity at the heart of our institutional mission, recognizing that true excellence can only be achieved in an environment where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. That is why equity is one of our six strategic pillars, shaping our aspirations and actions.
To enhance, innovate and develop continuously: embed equity and inclusion into the curriculum and our teaching and learning practices, in a manner that exemplifies inclusive excellence. Across our three Schools, we have implemented curriculum and pedagogical interventions aligned with our Equity Strategy.
To treat everyone with dignity, we make decisions drawing on different perspectives; we involve, listen to, and seek to learn from everyone; we strive to nurture a sense of belonging so everyone can participate.
Our team is staffed by experienced and qualified professionals who are trained to support a wide variety of student support needs. Whether you're experiencing personal challenges, need specific support for a disability, or you are simply seeking advice on your mental health, the team is dedicated to providing guidance tailored to your individual needs.
Application Fee: £28.95
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You also need 5 GCSEs grade 4/C or above, including English and Maths or Level 2 equivalents.
Mature applicants (aged 21+): if you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.
International Students:
You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). We also accept other English language examination equivalents. You can find out more about English Language requirements here
You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. You can find out more about qualifications from specific countries here.
Mature applicants (aged 21+). If you do not hold the academic qualifications but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply.
International Students:
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Phone : +44(0)1513303084
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Before joining LIPA, Sean was Head of Guildford School of Acting (GSA) and has extensive leadership, management, teaching and curriculum design experience. Joining GSA in 2010, Sean’s roles included Director of Learning & Teaching and Head of Undergraduate Studies before he was appointed Head in 2016. Sean trained in Musical Theatre at the Guildford School of Acting and has an MA in Actor Training from the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama.
Sean is chair of the UK’s professional body for conservatoire training, The Federation of Drama Schools (FDS), chair of trustees for the LIPA Multi Academy Trust, an executive board member of GuildHE, a founding member of the Alliance of Musical Theatre Conservatoires (AMTC) and a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts.
Before joining LIPA, he worked in universities across Wales, lecturing in television, filmmaking, cinematography and digital media.
Based on the site of the Liverpool Institute for Boys, the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts opened its doors to its first intake of students in 1996. Its conception dates back to 1991, when Mark Featherstone-Witty - who helped set up The Brit School – started formulating plans for his next project, a university le... read more
Meanwhile, during preparations for his Liverpool Oratorio in 1992, Paul McCartney visited his old school, The Liverpool Institute for Boys. Seeing the building’s state of disrepair – the school had closed in 1985 – Paul vows to save it. A mutual friend, George Martin, introduces Mark to Paul. Together they start to draw up plans for the creation of The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, based in Paul’s old school.