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Liverpool John Moores University: Immersive Media
| Institution | Liverpool John Moores University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Art and Creative Industries |
| Web | https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/ |
| courses@ljmu.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0151 231 5090 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Design the future of digital experiences - create, innovate, and push boundaries in XR, Interactive Storytelling & Immersive Technology
What will you experience on this MA?
You’ll have access to dedicated immersive media labs and industry-focused creative technology, including:
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Specialist XR Display Technologies – XR = VR, AR, and MR headsets, motion controllers, tablets, 360° cameras
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Fully Equipped Production Facilities across Liverpool School of Art and Creative Industries
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Hands-On Training with Industry-Leading Software
Our approach is story-first, software-second, giving you the flexibility to master multiple tools, including:
-
Unreal Engine (for immersive worlds & interactive design)
-
Blender, Cinema4D, Maya, ZBrush & Gravity Sketch (3D modeling & spatial design)
-
Isadora & TouchDesigner (interactive media & live performance tools)
-
Adobe Creative Suite (industry-standard content creation tools)
Liverpool has a long history of breakthroughs in games, film, and creative technology. Studying here means being immersed in an ecosystem of innovation, collaboration, and future-thinking.
The City Region is experiencing a transformative surge in its creative industries, making it the ideal place to establish or advance your career in immersive media. Recent significant investments in the city include MusicFutures Creative Cluster, an exciting £6.75 million initiative led by LJMU and the University of Liverpool, which aims to establish the Liverpool City Region as a powerhouse for music research and development.
This five-year program brings together over 20 strategic partners to drive innovation through emerging technologies, immersive content, talent development, and business growth.
The city also welcomes a £60 million Government funding boost to support creative and cultural organisations across the country. This investment aims to transform local venues, create jobs, support businesses, and spread opportunities, with a focus on regions like Liverpool.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: Extra Requirements: -RPL: RPL is accepted on this programme |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 9340 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9340 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9340 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9340 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17750 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Design the future of digital experiences - create, innovate, and push boundaries in XR, Interactive Storytelling & Immersive Technology
What will you experience on this MA?
You’ll have access to dedicated immersive media labs and industry-focused creative technology, including:
-
Specialist XR Display Technologies – XR = VR, AR, and MR headsets, motion controllers, tablets, 360° cameras
-
Fully Equipped Production Facilities across Liverpool School of Art and Creative Industries
-
Hands-On Training with Industry-Leading Software
Our approach is story-first, software-second, giving you the flexibility to master multiple tools, including:
-
Unreal Engine (for immersive worlds & interactive design)
-
Blender, Cinema4D, Maya, ZBrush & Gravity Sketch (3D modeling & spatial design)
-
Isadora & TouchDesigner (interactive media & live performance tools)
-
Adobe Creative Suite (industry-standard content creation tools)
Liverpool has a long history of breakthroughs in games, film, and creative technology. Studying here means being immersed in an ecosystem of innovation, collaboration, and future-thinking.
The City Region is experiencing a transformative surge in its creative industries, making it the ideal place to establish or advance your career in immersive media. Recent significant investments in the city include MusicFutures Creative Cluster, an exciting £6.75 million initiative led by LJMU and the University of Liverpool, which aims to establish the Liverpool City Region as a powerhouse for music research and development.
This five-year program brings together over 20 strategic partners to drive innovation through emerging technologies, immersive content, talent development, and business growth.
The city also welcomes a £60 million Government funding boost to support creative and cultural organisations across the country. This investment aims to transform local venues, create jobs, support businesses, and spread opportunities, with a focus on regions like Liverpool.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: Extra Requirements: -RPL: RPL is accepted on this programme |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 60 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 60 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 60 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 60 GBP for Credit |
Summary
About this course Design the future of digital experiences - create, innovate, and push boundaries in XR, Interactive Storytelling & Immersive Technology
What will you experience on this MA?
You’ll have access to dedicated immersive media labs and industry-focused creative technology, including:
Specialist XR Display Technologies – XR = VR, AR, and MR headsets, motion controllers, tablets, 360° cameras Fully Equipped Production Facilities across the School Hands-On Training with Industry-Leading Software Our approach is story-first, software-second, giving you the flexibility to master multiple tools, including:
Unreal Engine (for immersive worlds & interactive design) Blender, Cinema4D, Maya, ZBrush & Gravity Sketch (3D modeling & spatial design) Isadora & TouchDesigner (interactive media & live performance tools) Adobe Creative Suite (industry-standard content creation tools) Fully funded place available
Want to explore the future of music and immersive tech – with your UK tuition fees fully covered?
Thanks to LJMU's partnership with MusicFutures, a funded place on the MA is now available for music focused creatives, working at the intersection of music and immersive media. The offer is available to UK nationals only and the fund covers all UK tuition fees.
From interactive installations and gigs utilising virtual reality to digital soundscapes and storytelling with augmented reality, immersive media is transforming the way we experience music.
Examples might include:
Virtual Reality or Augmented Reality music-related experiences Digital performance environments Sound design for immersive spaces Music-focused gaming or interactive media MusicFutures is an Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) funded Creative Cluster programme supporting growth and innovation at the intersection of music, creativity, and technology.
Ready to apply? Get in touch to check your eligibility. A panel will review applications, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.
Deadline for applications: 31st July 2025.
More about Liverpool's place in the UK's creative sector
Liverpool has a long history of breakthroughs in games, film, and creative technology. Studying here means being immersed in an ecosystem of innovation, collaboration, and future-thinking.
The City Region is experiencing a transformative surge in its creative industries, making it the ideal place to establish or advance your career in immersive media. Recent significant investments in the city include MusicFutures Creative Cluster, an exciting £6.75 million initiative led by LJMU and the University of Liverpool, which aims to establish the Liverpool City Region as a powerhouse for music research and development.
This five-year program brings together over 20 strategic partners to drive innovation through emerging technologies, immersive content, talent development, and business growth.
The city also welcomes a £60 million Government funding boost to support creative and cultural organisations across the country. This investment aims to transform local venues, create jobs, support businesses, and spread opportunities, with a focus on regions like Liverpool.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: Extra Requirements: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 8965 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 8965 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 8965 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 8965 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 17750 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
About this course Design the future of digital experiences - create, innovate, and push boundaries in XR, Interactive Storytelling & Immersive Technology
What will you experience on this MA?
You’ll have access to dedicated immersive media labs and industry-focused creative technology, including:
Specialist XR Display Technologies – XR = VR, AR, and MR headsets, motion controllers, tablets, 360° cameras Fully Equipped Production Facilities across the School Hands-On Training with Industry-Leading Software Our approach is story-first, software-second, giving you the flexibility to master multiple tools, including:
Unreal Engine (for immersive worlds & interactive design) Blender, Cinema4D, Maya, ZBrush & Gravity Sketch (3D modeling & spatial design) Isadora & TouchDesigner (interactive media & live performance tools) Adobe Creative Suite (industry-standard content creation tools) Fully funded place available
Want to explore the future of music and immersive tech – with your UK tuition fees fully covered?
Thanks to LJMU's partnership with MusicFutures, a funded place on the MA is now available for music focused creatives, working at the intersection of music and immersive media. The offer is available to UK nationals only and the fund covers all UK tuition fees.
From interactive installations and gigs utilising virtual reality to digital soundscapes and storytelling with augmented reality, immersive media is transforming the way we experience music.
Examples might include:
Virtual Reality or Augmented Reality music-related experiences Digital performance environments Sound design for immersive spaces Music-focused gaming or interactive media MusicFutures is an Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) funded Creative Cluster programme supporting growth and innovation at the intersection of music, creativity, and technology.
Ready to apply? Get in touch to check your eligibility. A panel will review applications, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.
Deadline for applications: 31st July 2025.
More about Liverpool's place in the UK's creative sector
Liverpool has a long history of breakthroughs in games, film, and creative technology. Studying here means being immersed in an ecosystem of innovation, collaboration, and future-thinking.
The City Region is experiencing a transformative surge in its creative industries, making it the ideal place to establish or advance your career in immersive media. Recent significant investments in the city include MusicFutures Creative Cluster, an exciting £6.75 million initiative led by LJMU and the University of Liverpool, which aims to establish the Liverpool City Region as a powerhouse for music research and development.
This five-year program brings together over 20 strategic partners to drive innovation through emerging technologies, immersive content, talent development, and business growth.
The city also welcomes a £60 million Government funding boost to support creative and cultural organisations across the country. This investment aims to transform local venues, create jobs, support businesses, and spread opportunities, with a focus on regions like Liverpool.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Undergraduate degree: International requirements: Extra Requirements: |
| Location | Liverpool John Moores University Student Recruitment and Admissions Exchange Station Tithebarn Street Liverpool L2 2QP |
Fees
| England | 49 GBP for Credit |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 49 GBP for Credit |
| Scotland | 49 GBP for Credit |
| Wales | 49 GBP for Credit |
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