British & Irish Modern Music Institute

We do things differently here, providing the highest quality of academic education alongside hands-on, exciting experiences that help you find your place in the music industry. At BIMM Institute, you can expect. World-class lectures, most of whom are active in the industry today. Innovative, relevant, industry-led diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate courses.Universally recognised courses awarded by BIMM Institute. Eight colleges across Europe’s most musical cities.  Access to industry icons through exclusive masterclasses  . State-of-the-art facilities  to match those used by the industry. Esteemed alumni such as James Bay, KStewart, Fontaines D.C. and IDLES. Unrivalled industry internships and real-world experiences (through our dedicated Careers Team)

We’re proud to be leading the way in music education

Preparing our students for a successful career in the music industry is why we do what we do. It’s who we are. And there’s never been a better time to be a student or practitioner in today’s vibrant, diverse and world-leading industry.

With nearly four decades of experience, we’re at the forefront of UK music education. The Quality Assurance Agency (QAA) has commended us for the opportunities that BIMM students enjoy, including Masterclasses, guest lecturers, mentoring and careers advice.*

*QAA Higher Education Review of BIMM Limited, January 2016

Students are given access to unrivalled industry connections, experienced lecturers who live and breathe the world of music, and the chance to choose from specialist courses such as Songwriting, Electronic Music Production and Music Business – as well as joint honours degrees like Music Performance with Music Production.

For over 35 years, BIMM students have turned their passions into their career. We have some incredible alumni like George Ezra, Fontaines D.C. and Natasha Bent who walked through BIMM’s doors and into the music industry.

Masterclasses at BIMM Institute

We have some of the music industry’s most prolific names at our fingertips. Plus, we have the connections to get them in front of you at our legendary and exclusive masterclasses.

Prestigious performers, producers, promoters and music professionals give our students expert advice and crucial insider insights that you won’t find anywhere else.

You’ll experience live demonstrations, Q&A sessions and even surprise live performances from global industry icons, current chart-toppers and the names who have made it big.

LOCATIONS

• London
• Dublin
• Brighton
• Bristol
• Manchester
• Berlin
• Hamburg
• Birmingham

Diploma courses

We offer a series of highly vocational diploma courses to start your journey in music. Study a one or two-year course at one of our esteemed UK colleges and turn your passion into your dream career.  Each diploma course provides a solid foundation of musical knowledge and all you need to develop your skills and progress in your chosen field.

Why choose a BIMM diploma?

We offer something other places can’t: the chance to experience what life in the music industry is really like.

For us, it’s all about industry networking and collaboration. We connect our diploma students to regular music business experiences to prepare you for your industry career from the get-go. These include:

• Masterclasses hosted by internationally renowned guest artists
• End-of-term gigs
• A&R panels
• The annual BIMM album
• Work experience opportunities