MLA COLLEGE LTDActive
Key figures
Ratios
2024/25Balance sheet structure
Filed accounts2020/21–2024/25
| 2020/21 | 2021/22 | 2022/23 | 2023/24 | 2024/25 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turnover | — | — | 1,107,004 | 1,032,795 | 1,703,389 |
| Profit for the year | -295,317 | -669,347 | 943,245 | -682,789 | -1,760,151 |
| Cash at bank and in hand | 115,661 | 124,839 | 1,003,218 | 663,013 | 2,717,297 |
| Total assets | 1,040,440 | 1,078,300 | 1,906,740 | 3,009,994 | 6,391,946 |
| Total liabilities | 2,688,767 | 3,000,929 | 525,689 | — | — |
| Net assets / total equity | -1,648,327 | -1,922,629 | 1,381,051 | 2,198,262 | 5,438,111 |
| Average number of employees | 16 | 18 | 25 | 30 | 30 |
| Average pay (per year) | 54,641 | 59,542 | 49,117 | 46,278 | 52,101 |
A dash (—) means no accounts were filed for that year or the item is not in the accounts; 0 is a zero stated in the accounts. Small companies usually file only a balance sheet, so the profit and loss account is often missing.
Principal activity
Accounts 2025The principal activity of the company is the provision of online and distance learning degrees and courses in a range of maritime, engineering, marine and sustainability-based subjects. Introduction MLA College received its registration with the Office for Students (OfS) in the approved category on the 11th October 2021. The Quality and Standards Review, considered as part of the registration process and undertaken by the UK Quality Assurance Agency; was met with high confidence. At present, MLA College undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are validated by the University of Plymouth (UoP), recognised as one of the world's best for marine. Although validated by UoP it is important to note our degrees are not delivered through a franchise arrangement. All degrees are designed, delivered and owned by MLA College. MLA College submitted its online application for Degree Awarding Powers (DAP) to the OfS in December 2021. In February 2023 full application of the desk-based assessment was submitted to the Quality Assurance Agency (acting as the Designated Quality Body) who recommend to OfS that MLA College proceed to the next stage. At the time of writing, MLA College is anticipating the final decision from the OfS on acquiring DAPs imminently. Vision We are able to shape future citizens of the world through the provision of high quality educational and development opportunities accessible globally. Mission To deliver outstanding flexible education and training to promote the conse
As described in the company's latest filed accounts.
Summary: MLA COLLEGE LTD
Company
MLA COLLEGE LTD is a private limited company registered with Companies House under company number 09188277. It was incorporated on 28 Aug 2014. Its status is active. The registered office is in Plymouth (PL1). Its nature of business (SIC 2007) is first-degree level higher education (85421), post-graduate level higher education (85422).
Accounts
The latest accounts in the database are for 2024/25 (period ending 30 Sep 2025); the company files medium company accounts. Turnover was £1,703,389. Loss for the year was £1,760,151. Net assets were £5,438,111, up 147.4% on the previous year. Cash at bank and in hand was £2,717,297. The company had an average of 30 employees. Figures are available for 5 financial years (2020/21–2024/25).
Control and charges
The company has 6 current directors. One person with significant control is registered.
Filing deadlines
The next accounts are due by 30 Jun 2027. The next confirmation statement is due by 13 Feb 2027.