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{{Infobox university , name = LMA , logo = LMA (Liverpool Media Academy) logo.svg , logo_size = 150 , image = , image_size = , motto = ''We Are Industry.'' , established = , type = Private higher education institution , affiliations =
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LMA is a UK-based higher education institution delivering practical, industry-led BTEC, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees covering creative, technical & entrepreneurial courses. With campuses in
Liverpool Liverpool is a port City status in the United Kingdom, city and metropolitan borough in Merseyside, England. It is situated on the eastern side of the River Mersey, Mersey Estuary, near the Irish Sea, north-west of London. With a population ...
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, LMA is recognised for its non-traditional, career-driven approach to creative education, designed to align directly with the needs of the modern creative industries.


Overview

LMA offers degrees across performance, production, media, games, marketing, business, events & more. The institution promotes a hands-on learning model, combining academic study with practical experience and professional training environments. Its courses are validated by
Regent's University London Regent's University London (formerly Regent's College) is a private university located in London, England. It is part of Galileo Global Education, Europe’s largest higher education provider. Regent's University London was established in 1984 ...
and is part of the
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group, a global network of creative institutions.


Educational approach

LMA positions itself as a challenger to traditional higher education in the arts and creative subjects. Its teaching model is based on: * Industry-led curriculum: Courses are developed in collaboration with working professionals, such as casting directors, producers, digital marketers, and music executives. * Professional environments: Facilities include one of the largest studios in Europe, as well as sound stages, rehearsal rooms, production suites, and edit suites. * Creative community: The institution emphasises collaboration, inclusion, and personalised support within a diverse student body.


Campuses


Liverpool

LMA Liverpool is located in the heart of the city, known for its strong heritage in music, film, and digital arts. The campus provides access to a vibrant creative scene, including studios, agencies, and live performance venues.


London

The London campus is based at Here East in the
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, East London. It includes industry-standard studios and performance spaces and is situated near creative and tech hubs such as
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Courses

LMA offers BTEC (Liverpool campus only),
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and MA degrees. All courses are taught by industry-active staff and are structured around project-based, real-world learning.


Global connections

As a member of the
Galileo Global Education Galileo Global Education S.A. is Europe’s largest for-profit Higher education, higher education provider, with over 200 private colleges (or ''écoles''), universities and campuses around the world and its head office in Paris, France. It claims ...
network, LMA provides students with opportunities for international collaboration, mobility, and exposure to a broader creative community. Some postgraduate courses include experience with overseas institutions within the network.


Student support

LMA follows a "student-first" model that includes: * One-to-one academic and career guidance * Mental health, financial, and academic support services * Inclusive education provision for students with additional learning needs * Guest masterclasses, showcases, live projects, and festivals


Position in higher education

LMA is often described as a challenger institution, offering an alternative to traditional creative education by embedding industry directly into the curriculum. Its focus is on launching careers in the creative sector by developing both technical skills and professional networks.


External links


Official LMA website


References

Education in Liverpool Education in London FE News, “LMA Announces Expansion at London's Here East Campus”, Mar 15 2023. Delancey press release, “Here East and LMA announce further expansion”, Sept 27 2023. Invest Liverpool, “Robbie Williams-owned Liverpool Media Academy to open £15m city centre campus”, May 15 2020. K2 Architects, “Liverpool Media Academy”, accessed 2025. The Guide Liverpool, “Robbie Williams’ LMA joins prestigious global network”, 2022. Bdaily, “Robbie Williams’ LMA joins prestigious global network”, May 2022. Wikipedia, “Liverpool Media Academy”, accessed 2025. Wikipedia, “Galileo Global Education”, accessed 2025. LBN Daily, “Robbie Williams launches £15m Liverpool academy”, Dec 1 2020.