Course summary
The MA Creative Practice – Music at LMA is a transformative one-year, full-time postgraduate course that immerses students in the evolving world of music performance, creation, and entrepreneurship. Delivered across our vibrant campuses in Liverpool and London, this program equips you with the advanced skills, knowledge, and entrepreneurial mindset necessary to excel in the dynamic global music industry. WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR? This program is ideal for graduates with practice-based music or performance degrees. Applicants should demonstrate graduate-level competency in music performance (e.g., vocals, instruments) and an interest in applying these skills across a variety of professional contexts. WHAT MAKES THIS COURSE UNIQUE? ADVANCE YOUR CREATIVITY Unlock your potential as a critical, creative music practitioner. Hone your performance and composition skills while exploring innovative techniques. Learn to apply creativity within entrepreneurial and collaborative contexts. EMBRACE COLLABORATION Develop a global perspective on the creative industries. Work alongside peers from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds. Engage in interdisciplinary projects that reflect real-world creative industry practices. MAKE AN IMPACT Build personal and professional resilience with tailored development plans. Gain entrepreneurial skills to launch your own music ventures. Explore funding opportunities and practical business tools for creative projects.
Modules
Creativity and Innovation in the Creative Industries (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Music 1 – Interpretation and Innovation (30 Credits) Personal Creative Development – Music (20 Credits) Creative Entrepreneurship 1 – Testing your Idea (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Music 2 – Developing Original Content (30 Credits) Creative Entrepreneurship 2 – Launching your Venture (20 Credits) Creative Approaches to Music 3 – Music Festival (40 Credits)
Entry requirements
A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject or equivalent professional industry experience As part of the application and admissions process, applicants will be required to submit a digital audition. Full details of what is required for the content of the audition video will be sent to all applicants along with guidance about the format and how to submit. Our Masters programmes are available at both our London and Liverpool campuses.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9500 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
LMA
Metquarter
35 Whitechapel
Liverpool
L1 6DA