HOW TO APPLY
UK & INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Applicants should apply to LIPA via our online portal.
We consider applications in the order they are submitted and close the course once it becomes full. We will update this course page on our website, when this Master’s course becomes full and we are no longer considering applications for that year of entry.
What happens after have applied?
Step 1: Assessing your application and invitation to audition in-person or to submit a self-tape
We’ll review your application and if we think you are on course to meet our educational entry requirements, we'll invite you to audition in-person in Liverpool or to submit a self-tape. The below documents provide guidance on in-person auditions and recording a self-tape.
MA Acting in-person audition guidance for 2026 entry
MA Acting self-tape guidance (Online) for 2026 entry
Step 2: Communicating our decision
We aim to let you know a decision within 10 working days of your audition.
If you have any questions about the status of your application, you are welcome to contact our admissions team at admissions@lipa.ac.uk (for applicants within the UK) or international@lipa.ac.uk (for applicants outside the UK).
Our decision will be final. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to offer feedback if you are unsuccessful.
Frequently Asked Questions
We value diversity and will welcome your application. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment as part of the audition/interview process, please contact the Admissions Manager to discuss this. Email admissions@lipa.ac.uk or call +44 (0)151 330 3084.
There is no audition fee for this course.