MA Immersive Media | Part-time

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 modelling & 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. MA Immersive Media: Music, Immersive Technology & Creative Innovation - Scholarship for September 2026 is now open for applications.

One funded place on the MA is available as part of the MusicFutures partnership. Scroll down to the Fees and Funding section of this page to find out more and how to apply. 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.