This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
BIMM University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Course Overview Enhance your musicianship, songwriting or music production skills, knowledge, and understanding with BIMM University's practical Cert HE course. This one-year course offers an exciting opportunity for musicians and producers to delve into their craft through engaging lectures, workshops, and the creation of a comprehensive creative portfolio. Your portfolio will draw a real focus from the 'Studio Project' module that immerses you in real-world working practices and emphasises industry-like collaboration. Students will select a preferred pathway to study as part of an application:
- Popular Music Performance
- Songwriting
- Electronic Music Production
- Music and Sound Production
Modules
Popular Music Pathway Modules:
- Performance Skills
- Core Instrument Skills
- Digital Music
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Applied Performance
- Applied Instrument Skills
- Music Creation
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Collaborative Arranging for Songwriters
- Songwriting Techniques
- Music Theory for Songwriters
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Collaboration and Performance
- Styles and Genres
- Digital Arranging for Songwriters
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Creative Music Programming
- Sample Based Production
- Audio Capture Methods and Equipment
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Composition Toolkit for Producers
- Applied Synthesis
- Multitrack Mixing
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Sample Based Production
- Creative Music Programming
- Audio Capture Methods and Equipment
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Composition Toolkit for Producers
- Applied Synthesis
- Multitrack Mixing
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Creative Music Programming
- Sample Based Production
- Audio Capture Methods and Equipment
- Studio Project (All pathways)
- Composition Toolkit for Producers
- Applied Synthesis
- Multitrack Mixing
Assessment method
Assessment methods can be viewed on the BIMM Institute website
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W320
- Institution code:
- B39
- Campus name:
- BIMM Music Institute London
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
BIMM University welcomes applicants from International countries that will require a student visa to study in the UK. Applicants must meet requirements set by UKVI. Upon acceptance of an offer you may be required to attend a consultation with a member of the International Admissions team.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
We accept UK recognised graded music exams at level 6-8, in place of an audition for all Music Performance courses.
Additional entry requirements
Audition
For Popular Music Performance and Songwriting pathways, applicants must attend an audition. Details of what to be prepare will be sent once an application is received.
Portfolio
For Music Production, applicants must submit a portfolio. Details of what to be prepare will be sent once an application is received.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Over all score of 6.0 with no lower than 5.5 in each Band |
| Cambridge English Advanced | C | Overall score no lower than 178, with no lower than 170 achieved in each band |
Applicants must have met the minimum requirement and be in receipt of results prior to enrolment.
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15950* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £15950* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The tuition fee shown is for year 1 of study only.
Fees may be subject to increase on an annual basis, and do not cover additional costs such as:
Visa application costs
Living costs (rent/bills/travel)
Equipment required for your course
(computer and software/instrument/books)
Sponsorship information
Each year we offer various bursaries and scholarships. For further information, please view details on the BIMM University website
Provider information
BIMM University
38-42 Brunswick Street West
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 1EL