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Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Liverpool, England

  • TEF Silver
Not Ranked in QSQS World Ranking
Not Ranked in UKUK Ranking
SilverTEF Rating
71%Satisfaction
89.7%Employment
£25,500Avg. Salary

About Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts is a university located in Liverpool, North West England. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.

The university has approximately 1,095 students, with 20% coming from outside the UK. The largest international cohorts come from United States, Norway, and Spain.

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts currently lists 7 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 6 undergraduate and 1 postgraduate programmes.

Graduate outcomes are excellent: 95% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £24,200 after five years.

Student satisfaction is good, with 82% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey and a continuation rate of 91%.

Liverpool is a UNESCO-listed waterfront, legendary culture, and famously welcoming people.

Founded1996
Total Students1,095+
Campus TypeSuburban

What is Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts's Ranking in 2026?

Ranking SystemPosition
QS World University Rankings 2026Not Ranked in QS
Times Higher Education 2026Not Ranked in THE
Guardian University Guide (UK)No Guardian Ranking Available
The Complete University Guide (UK)No CUG Ranking Available

Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026

What Percentage of Graduates Get Jobs?

89.7% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.

89.7%Employed
2.6%Further Study
7.7%Studying & Working
2.6%Unemployed

Salary Progression

Time After GraduationMedian SalaryUK AverageDifference
15 months£25,500£23,460+9%
3 years£21,400£19,688+9%
5 years£24,200£22,264+9%

Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Satisfied Are Students?

Has an 70% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

70%Overall
Teaching Quality81.6%
Learning Resources84%
Academic Support82.2%
Assessment66.6%
Organisation41.7%
Student Voice61.5%

Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.

Official Data

These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

How Many International Students Study Here?

20.1% of students are international, representing 14+ countries. Total international students: 220.

220International Students
20.1%of Student Body
14+Countries
CountriesStudentsPercentage
United States6027.3%
Norway5022.7%
Spain156.8%
India104.5%
Mexico104.5%
Canada52.3%
Cyprus (European Union)52.3%
France52.3%
Germany52.3%
Hong Kong52.3%

Source: HESA official data.

Courses at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

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Quick Facts

TypeUniversity
Founded1996
Total Students1,095+
International Students20.1%

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