BIMM University

Established 1983
Famous for

Music, Business, Teaching, Graduate Success

Fees £12,450.00 - £15,950.00

Overview

BIMM University provides an extensive range of courses in modern music, performing arts, and filmmaking to over 9,000 students across 15 colleges in the UK, Germany and Ireland.

BIMM have a long-standing commitment to providing the highest quality in creative arts education, allowing students to maximise their career potential. For 40 years, they have equipped students with the knowledge and skills they need to meet the demands of the creative industries – and graduate feeling industry-ready. Beyond academic life, BIMM University offers a community built on a shared passion, creativity, and belief system. An inclusive culture is at the core of everything that BIMM do and, and as a BIMM University student, you’ll benefit from a range of unique collaborative opportunities across music, film and performing arts, developing skills you will take into your future creative careers.

BIMM University is made up of five acclaimed colleges: BIMM Institute, Screen and Film School, Performers College, Institute for Contemporary Theatre and Northern Ballet School.

All colleges focus on full-time further, higher and postgraduate education courses in guitar, drums, bass, songwriting, vocals, electronic music production, music and sound production, music business event management and music marketing, media, and communication.

Due to BIMMs global reputation, (over 1,200 overseas students from across the world), the college also attracts artists from the top bands to give masterclasses (Guns N’ Roses, Metallica, Radiohead, Pink Floyd and many, many more). There are usually two or three masterclasses per week as well as many other student events including music industry sessions and live gigs in the city of each campus.

From a survey of students who graduated, 83% are working in the music and creative industries six months after graduation.

Services

Scholarships at BIMM

  • An automatic scholarship of £2,000 is available to all international students per year of study (UK only)
  • An automatic scholarship of £4,000 is available to all EU Member State students per year of study (UK only)

Real Experience

In addition to inside BIMM, students have the opportunity to perform/work at famous music venues and festivals around the UK and Europe.

BIMM Extra

Free extracurricular activities and classes that expand your horizons and build your skillset. Notable topics include Pro Tools/Logic for Beginners, Social Media Marketing, Branding, Bookkeeping, Essential Digital Visual Software, Working the Press, International Music and Business.

Talent Match

Giving BIMM students vital experience and work opportunities in the music industry with companies such as Sony Music, Abbey Road Studios, Primary Talent Agency, Republic of Music, Ninja Tune, RSL Awards and AIM. New Partnership with Spotify signed in 2021.

Courses

Accommodation

Although the colleges themselves do not offer accommodation, many have links with local providers of student housing and bedsits. All eight colleges are located in large cities, so accommodation is generally plentiful.

NEWS

BIMM University news and blogs

Feb 12, 2024

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Jan 30, 2024

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The University of Liverpool has announced the launch of a new AI for Digital

Jan 17, 2024

La Universidad de Manchester, nombrada la universidad más sostenible de Europa

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

What our students have to say about SI-UK

Ishwar
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Ishwar
Ishwar
Masters in Business Analytics, Lancaster University
Nidhi Agarwal
"SI-UK has been a crucial part of my UK journey. They assisted me in obtaining my bachelor's degree in August 2019 and now, they've aided me in securing admission to a top design university in London for my master's. The counselors at SI-UK offer personalised support to each applicant, helping us in each and every step including the final stage of obtaining our CAS letter once we receive the offer."
Nidhi Agarwal
Nidhi Agarwal
MSc Design Innovation, Loughborough University
Sudarshan
"The entire team at SI-UK was incredibly supportive. They provided me with a list of universities to consider, and I ultimately chose Aston University. With their assistance, I applied and received an offer along with a £5000 scholarship. I am grateful to my counselor and the entire team for guiding me through the visa application process and every other aspect. Thank you, SI-UK, for helping me pursue my dream."
Sudarshan
Sudarshan
Engineering, Aston University
Saumya Sharma
"Last year, I reached out to SI-UK, Jaipur for my Master’s journey, and it has been an incredibly fulfilling and successful experience. From guiding me through the application process to assisting with letters of recommendation and statement of purpose, and even following up with universities, SI-UK provided comprehensive support at every step of the journey. They went the extra mile, assisting with admissions, fee processing, accommodation arrangements, visa guidance, and coordination on medical checkups. I firmly believe that my admission to the University of Birmingham wouldn't have been possible without SI-UK. I highly recommend SI-UK to anyone seeking admission to a UK or Ireland university."
Saumya Sharma
Saumya Sharma
MBA , University of Birmingham
Jehabuz Khan
In September, I sought assistance from SI-UK for my studies in the UK, with a planned intake for January 2023. With the support of my counsellor who made exceptional efforts, I smoothly navigated the application process which culminated in the timely acquisition of my UK student visa hassle-free. I wholeheartedly endorse SI-UK to fellow students aiming to pursue their dreams of studying in the UK. Thank you!
Jehabuz Khan
Jehabuz Khan
MSc in Mechanical Engineering, University of Strathclyde
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