LMA to bring creative campus to Newcastle

A national creative education provider is expanding into the North East with a new campus aimed at developing the next generation of performers and media professionals.

LMA has announced it will open a new creative campus in Newcastle upon Tyne from September 2026, marking its third UK location alongside existing sites in London and Liverpool.

The new campus, based on St James Boulevard, will offer undergraduate and postgraduate courses across disciplines including music, film and TV production, acting, dance and digital media.

Designed to reflect the realities of the creative industries, LMA’s model focuses on hands-on, production-led learning, with students working on live projects and collaborating with industry professionals.

The institution has built strong links with major cultural platforms, including partnerships with Glastonbury Festival and Edinburgh Fringe, while its students have recently gained national exposure through appearances on television.

Richard Wallace, co-founder and chief executive of LMA, said: “We believe the future of creative arts education is practical, connected and collaborative.

“LMA has built a national reputation for producing commercially ready, creatively fearless graduates. 

“Now, we’re bringing that same high-performance training to Newcastle – embedding students directly into industry ecosystems from day one.

“Newcastle is a city of culture, resilience and creativity. 

“LMA is here to amplify that and to equip the next generation of artists with the tools to build sustainable careers.

“All of the degrees are designed by industry, for industry and will help students gain the skills, connections and opportunities to progress in their chosen fields.”

The Newcastle launch represents a significant investment in the region’s creative economy, supporting talent development and strengthening links between education and employment.

Deni Chambers, principal at LMA Newcastle, added: “LMA Newcastle arrives at a pivotal moment for the North East, bringing a unique, industry-first model that changes the rules of creative education.

“This isn’t just about opening a new campus; it’s about ensuring the region’s incredible talent no longer has to look elsewhere for opportunity, whilst putting Newcastle on the map for creating a strong talent pipeline.

“LMA is here to unlock creative potential at scale, attract talent to the region and show that creative careers can start right here in Newcastle.”

Pam Smith, chief executive of Newcastle City Council, added: “We have big ambitions for Newcastle to be the culture capital of the North and have brought global attention to the city through the Mercury Prize and the MOBOs.

“But it has never been about one-off events, it’s about legacy. 

“That comes through investment in grassroots creative organisations and venues, and partnerships like this one with LMA.

“It is an exciting time for culture in Newcastle and this launch is yet more evidence that you don’t need to leave the city to forge a career in the creative sector.”

Applications are now open for the first intake, with the campus set to play a key role in nurturing creative talent in the North East.

Find out more at www.lma.ac.uk

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