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UCAS CODE: W301

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    BIMM Music Institute Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

The BA (Hons) Music is designed for creative musicians who aspire to write, perform, record, and release their own music while building a sustainable portfolio career in the music industry. With portfolio careers becoming increasingly popular, it is essential for modern musicians to develop a broad and adaptable skill set. This course provides a well-rounded foundation that blends musicianship, songwriting, production, and industry knowledge, ensuring graduates are equipped to thrive in an evolving industry.Students will enhance their proficiency on their primary instrument through group instrumental sessions, refining technique and performance abilities. You will also develop songwriting skills, learning to compose music to set briefs and refine arrangements. Additionally, the course covers essential music production techniques, including sequencing and arranging, to support your growth as both a producer and composer.A strong emphasis is placed on critical listening and contemporary music theory, enabling you to analyse different musical genres, understand harmonic and melodic structures, and apply these concepts to your own creative work.In the first year, you will gain a comprehensive understanding of performance, songwriting and production. From the second year onwards, you will specialise in one of five pathways: - Performance- Songwriting- Production- Music Business (Industry)- Music Business (Live Events)This structure allows you to tailor your studies to meet your career aspirations while maintaining a diverse and adaptable skill set, preparing for the reality of today’s music industry, ensuring you have the tools, versatility, and expertise to succeed in multiple roles within your career.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 15,950per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

BIMM University

  • Campus address

    BIMM Music Institute Brighton, 38-42 Brunswick Street West, Brighton and Hove, East Sussex, BN3 1EL, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    78th out of 80

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    114 51%

    68th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    63rd

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.93 73%

    68th

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