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Prospectus 2013/20141
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Dear StudentWelcome to your BIMM Brighton 2013/14
prospectus. Inside you will find everything
you need to make an informed choice about
the next stage in your education. We have
included details on our Further and Higher
Education courses, industry specialist
tutors, life in Brighton, course fees, career
development and pastoral support.
Since BIMM was established more than
10 years ago, our aim has been to help
every aspiring musician and music industry
professional to achieve their personal goals
and to enable them to gain the experience,
the professionalism and the qualifications
that will lead to a sustainable career in the
music industry. Success is in our history –
read up on some of our Alumni Stories on
pages 10-11.
This year there have been some exciting
developments at BIMM Brighton opening up
a wider range of career options for graduates
and a broader creative community. We are
delighted to announce three new BA (Hons)
programmes in Event Management, Music
Production and Music Business Studies.
You will find full specifications detailed in
here along with our specialist Guitar, Bass,
Drums, Songwriting and Vocals courses.
Music Production will be taught at a state-
of–the-art newly developed studio facility
based in our original building in Rock Place!
To provide a more flexible range of study
options our new Music Business and Event
Management courses will be delivered in
both the traditional three-year model and
as a two-year intensive programme. These
courses are also available for you to enrol and
start in April or September 2013.
To coincide with the expansion of our
curriculum we have this year joined UCAS
(University Central Admissions System)
- the nationally recognised route into
Higher Education for all HE applicants. Our
admissions team will provide all the support
you need to apply to BIMM – please call us
for a personal assessment and review to help
you select the right course.
BIMM Higher Education courses in Brighton
are validated by our partner the University
of Sussex - recently ranked in the top 10 of
UK Universities. BIMM and the University of
Sussex are proud to share the same values
of excellence and dedication to our students’
success. Our Further Education Courses are
offered in partnership with Central Sussex
College and provide the perfect route into
Higher Education at BIMM.
If you are passionate about music BIMM is
for you - we will help you develop the artistic
and technical skills needed to springboard
into the music industry.
We very much look forward to welcoming
you to BIMM.
Yours sincerely,
- Vaseema Hamilton ma
Principal – BIMM Brighton and BIMM Bristol
- aDam BUsHell
Assistant Principal – Curriculum and Creative
- maRK iRWin ma
Assistant Principal – HE and Quality
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“Really impressed with what you have here, you’re very lucky.”
- RogeR DaltRey
CONTENTSabout Bimm
Brighton and Hove – the Place to study
springboard into music
alumni success
tutors
life at Bimm
What the industry says
Partners
Courses
How to apply
international students
Fees and Finance
scholarships and Bursaries
accommodation
Contact information
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BIMM prOvIdES a CrEaTIvE COMMUNITy aNd a NaTUral hOME TO aSpIrINg MUSICIaNS aNd MUSIC INdUSTry prOfESSIONalS. OUr fUlly aCCrEdITEd, INTENSIvE COUrSES arE fOr INdIvIdUalS WhO arE COMMITTEd TO a CarEEr IN MUSIC Or ThE MUSIC INdUSTry.
BIMM Brighton has three main sites: BIMM
East, BIMM West and BIMM House. BIMM
House opened in September 2009 and
boasts stunning performance and large
group facilities - BIMM East will be home to
our new Music Production suite.
Live performance classes are delivered in-
house and at local live performance venues
- giving you the chance to find your own
sound and style in a professional live environ-
ment. Now in its 10th year, Brighton was
selected as the base for our original college
because of the vibrant music and arts scene,
the availability of gigs, studios, record labels
and artists – and of course the great seaside
culture.
All our tutors are experts in their field and
ready to share their knowledge and skills to
help you get ahead in a highly competitive
industry.
In addition to our superb teaching spaces,
with full PA and backline, we have put
together a comprehensive collection of pro-
vintage and modern equipment for every
specialism; we encourage musicians at BIMM
to develop their own style and an innovative
approach to performance and songwriting.
BIMM also provides rehearsal space in our
own rooms outside term time, as well as
availability at two rehearsal studios in Brigh-
ton and Hove – Monster Studios and Brighton
Electric.
Since opening in 2002, BIMM has established
centres in Bristol and Dublin.
aBOUT BIMM BrIghTON
“I got a real sense of what various
careers involve, had a lot of fun and
met some great people”
- eD JaCoBs
Foundation Degree. Eagle Rock, NY
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BrIghTON & HOVE
MUSIC IS aT BrIghTON’S vEry COrE. EvEry NIghT Of ThE WEEK yOU’ll hEar ThE SOUNd Of lIvE BaNdS pUlSINg aCrOSS ThE CITy, WhEThEr IT’S BIzarrE BUSKErS ON NEW rOad, INTErNaTIONal aCTS aT CONCOrdE 2 aNd ThE BrIghTON CENTrE Or a lOCal BaNd ON STagE aT ONE Of BrIghTON’S hUNdrEdS Of vENUES, BarS, pUBS aNd ClUBS. MaNy Of ThESE BaNdS arE frOM BIMM!
THE pLACE TO sTUdy
“We were always
encouraged to better
ourselves (at BIMM), to
have enquiring minds, and
to challenge ourselves with
our own individual goals. I
know that it’s made a real
difference in my career and
helping me to realise my
ambitions”
- CHaRlie mCClean
Foundation Degree Graduate
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Brighton’s many venues make it a paradise
for live music lovers and performers with
gigs easy to come by and open mic nights
available from Monday to Sunday.
Throughout May the city hosts The Brighton
Festival (England’s largest arts festival),
The Brighton Fringe and The Great Escape
music festival, bringing together musicians,
artists, actors and comedians in one amazing
month, generating a fantastic melting pot
of talent to inspire you. This thriving cultural
scene and proximity to London are what sets
Brighton apart from other cities in the UK
and has long made it a magnet for creative
people from all over the world.
In addition to the music and arts scene, there
is plenty to see and do. Explore the seaside
culture, the world famous beach and pier,
relax in the cosmopolitan cafes, bars and
restaurants or soak up the city’s history at
the Brighton Pavilion and Museum.
THE LANEs ANd NOrTH LAINEBrighton’s unique and vibrant ‘Lanes’ and
‘North Laine’ represent some of the best
independent retail and entertainment
businesses in the country selling everything
from clothes and records to comics, art and
musical instruments. Be sure to check out
Snoopers Paradise a treasure trove of vintage
clothes, antiques and retro games and toys.
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yOUr SprINgBOard INTO MUSICCArEEr OpTIONs ANd OppOrTUNITIEs
There are nearly 8000 businesses in the UK’s music sector generating a wide range of careers.
Every year, BIMM celebrates a large number of our graduates starting work in the music industry
across a diverse range of roles including:
BIMM Is an Industry-fOcusEd MusIc VOcatIOnal cOllEgE - EacH cOursE Is dEsIgnEd tO act as a sprIngBOard IntO EMplOyMEnt. WE prIdE OursElVEs On Our IntEractIOn and InVOlVEMEnt WItH tHE MusIc Industry In tHE uK and BEyOnd tO prOVIdE tHE MOst up-tO-datE EducatIOn and OppOrtunItIEs fOr Our studEnts.
Many people choose to pursue portfolio
careers, taking on more than one role at a
time. The industry is naturally fast moving and
people working in music need to be adaptable
and receptive to new challenges to succeed.
Diversity is the key to entrepreneurial success
and BIMM provides practical support and
assistance to students who are wishing
to widen their skill set, offering dedicated
Work Based Learning (WBL) advice and
career tutorials. We also continue to work
with graduates through our alumni careers
programme, ‘The A-Team’.
- OrIgINal TOUrINg BaNdS - SESSION MUSICIaNS - SOlO pErfOrMErS - SONgWrITErS - arTIST & rEpErTOIrE MaNagErS (a&r) - pr aNd MarKETINg - radIO aNd Tv - lIvE agENTS, prOMOTErS
- pUBlIShINg - vENUES aNd STUdIOS - MaNagEMENT - MUSIC jOUrNalISM - TOUr MaNagEMENT - lIvE SOUNd ENgINEErINg - TEaChINg - MUSICal dIrECTOrS
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yOUr SprINgBOard INTO MUSIC
WOrK-BAsEd LEArNINg BIMM is committed to sustaining its role as a
centre of excellence for Work Based Learning
and ensuring all students have access to
placements appropriate to their course. We
have unique links with the music industry
and use our extensive contacts to generate
opportunities for students to engage with the
music industry.
Students have access to a WBL advisor who
will discuss career goals either as musicians
or industry practitioners. BIMM continually
monitors placements and projects to ensure
they are successful and offer students a safe
and secure learning environment.
All students are invited to attend one-to-
one tutorials with the WBL team to discuss
CVs and career action plans. We also offer
support to graduates with employment
opportunities, auditions and career events.
LEArN FrOM INdUsTry prOFEssIONALs
The key to developing a career is to learn
from successful professionals. All BIMM tutors
are actively involved in music and the music
business at the highest level and students
also enjoy meeting with top level music
industry guests in weekly master classes.
TUTOrIALsAlongside discipline specific lessons and
larger group lectures and performance
sessions, our students are encouraged to
seek one-to-one support, to discuss their
career or instrument development with a
relevant tutor, there is a wide choice of tutors
available for these tutorials.
“My Pit experiences at shows including
Lion King, Wicked and Legally Blonde,
have allowed me to interact and work
alongside top industry professionals. I
have come away with some incredible
advice and knowledge, that I cannot
wait to put into practice. This is
definitely what I want to do”
- eVan CaRson Foundation Degree
“Internships with Dazed and Confused
magazine and Artrocker were really
good fun and gave me the opportunity
to develop a portfolio of writing while
working with great people. I then went
on to a work placement at The Fly
magazine and it was nothing short of
amazing really. I’ve had lot’s of writing
experience and I’ve found that each
internship leads to a new exciting
opportunity.”
- liam liDBetteR BA (Hons)
“I absolutely loved my summer
internship with Dean Street Studios,
Soho. It was an awesome experience,
and I learnt such a lot!”
- BetH Cannon BA (Hons)
“After booking a tutorial, I applied for
an internship with Eagle Rock’s New
York office. I was offered a four week
role. I got a real sense of what various
careers involve, had a lot of fun and
met some great people.”
- eD JaCoBs Foundation Degree
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alUMNI SUCCESSBIMM graduatEs EnjOy HugEly succEssful carEErs In all sEctOrs Of tHE MusIc Industry. HErE WE prOfIlE sOME Of Our succEss stOrIEs – WItH Many MOrE tO BE fOund at WWW.BIMM.cO.uK.
BEN THOMpsONAs live drummer for Two
Door Cinema Club, Ben
has toured the globe
seven times. He has also
performed at most major
festivals worldwide, the NME
awards and on (BBC TV)
Later…With Jools Holland.
In 2012 Two Door Cinema
Club played at T in The
Park, Reading Festival, Ibiza
Rocks and across Europe
and the US.
THE KOOKsThe Kooks have sold millions
of albums worldwide. Their
second album Konk went
straight into the UK album
chart at No 1. Their 2006
debut Inside In, Inside Out
achieved triple platinum
sales, they were nominated
for a Brit Award and won
MTV Europe’s Best UK Act.
In 2012, they performed
alongside Radiohead and
The Stone Roses at the Fuji
Rock Festival in Japan.
NATAsHA BENTNatasha has made a
name for herself as a very
successful booking agent.
She is currently working
at The Agency Group in
London who represent
artists including Muse and
My Chemical Romance.
LUKE sITAL-sINgHLuke has already established
himself within BBC’s
Introducing arena, gaining
him a slot at Glastonbury
2010 and recent sessions
on 6 Music and Radio 2.
Following support from
Steve Lamacq, Lauren
Laverne and Dermot
O‘Leary, Luke has been
featured on playlists for
both BBC 6 Music and XFM
for his debut single ‘Fail For
You’.
LAWsONBIMM Graduate Adam Pitts
is now drumming for chart-
topping band Lawson. In
2011, Lawson were a support
act for one of Britain’s
biggest pop bands; The
Wanted on their ‘The Behind
Bars Tour’.
The band made a great
impression on the audience
and received great reviews.
They returned in 2012 for
The Wanted’s ‘The Code’
Tour.
They also supported The
Saturdays, Westlife, Will
Young and Avril Lavigne.
Now signed to Polydor they
have completed two of their
own UK headline tours and
reached No.4 in the charts
with their debut single
‘When She Was Mine’.
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alUMNI SUCCESS
More success stories can be found on our website –
http://www.bimm.co.uk/brighton/alumni#success-stories
rOB sHAW – sEssION ArTIsT
Last year saw session
drummer Rob Shaw perform
on the TV promo tour for
Jennifer Hudson featuring
on: The Graham Norton
Show, So You Think You Can
Dance, Daybreak and The
Album Chart Show. He has
also performed on The X
Factor.
Rob is currently gigging
with newly released Sony/
Phonogenic artist EJ and in
2012 performed with Nelly
Furtado on Alan Carr’s
Chatty Man.
CHArLIE MCLEAN – BIFFCO sONgWrITINg.
Working alongside
Biff Stannard as his
assistant, Charlie has
had the opportunity to
work with artists such
as Ellie Goulding, One
Direction, Pixie Lott, the
newly reformed original
Sugababes, Little Mix and
Susan Boyle as a
backing vocalist.
In addition she
will be joining the
writing team to
work on Susan
Boyle’s new album
and she is quickly
establishing
herself as
a talented
engineer.
BETH rOWLEyBIMM graduate Beth Rowley
performed backing vocals
for artists such as Ronan
Keating and Enrique Iglesias
during her time at BIMM.
After graduating, she went
on to be signed to major
label Universal with her
debut album reaching No.
6 in the UK Album Chart.
Beth has collaborated with
Crowded House, Duke
Special and more recently
with Burt Bacharach on
BBC Electric Proms. Other
TV appearances include
Parkinson, Top of the Pops,
This Morning, The Charlotte
Church Show and GMTV
JAsON KINg - THEgypsy QUEENs
The Gypsy Queens have
signed a lucrative record
deal with Universal Music
and are playing up to 250
gigs a year, including perfor-
mances in front of Sir Elton
John and Rod Stewart. Ja-
son King plays double bass
and says “Joining the Gypsy
Queens is the best thing I’ve
ever done!”
KATE WALsHBIMM songwriting graduate
Kate Walsh became the
first unsigned act to top
the iTunes chart with her
second album Tim’s House.
She knocked Take That from
the top slot and secured
distribution with Mercury
Records (Universal). Kate
continues to write and
record music on her own
label Blueberry Pie and is
now a tutor at BIMM.
JOrdAN WHITMOrEJordan is part of the A&R
department at Atlantic
Records which plays home
to artists such as ‘Death
Cab for Cutie’, ‘Jason Mraz’
and ‘Missy Elliott’. Jordan
graduated from BIMM in
2010 with a BA (Hons) in
Professional Musicianship.
VICTOrIA sMITH - rICHIE rAMONE
BIMM Graduate Victoria has
worked as a session bassist
recording and touring with
many successful bands
including girl rockers
McQueen and the all
girl Ramones tribute the
Ramonas. Other credits
include, Hanoi Rocks, The
Misfits and Sham 69.
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HEAds OF dEpArTMENT
Jim Williams
Head of Guitar
As a session guitarist, Jim
has extensive live and studio
experience with artists as diverse as This
Mortal Coil, Pete Murphy, Maxi Priest,
M-People and Craig Armstrong (Massive
Attack). Also an accomplished composer, he
has co-written with successful songwriters
like The Matrix and Terry Walker, and writes
and produces many scores for TV and film.
His composition earned him an Ivor Novello
award nomination in 2006.
FRanC o’sHea
Head of Bass
Franc has recorded and played
with many renowned artists
including Steve Howe (Yes), Mike Lindup
(Level 42), Lisa Moorish, top garage band
Bah Samba and Jorge Pardo (Chick Corea
/ Paco de Lucia). He’s also appeared on
albums alongside top bassists such as Marcus
Miller and Victor Wooten and is a regular
contributor for ‘Bass Guitar’ magazine.
Pat gaRVey
Head of Drums
Pat has been a professional
drummer since he was 17.
As a busy session player, he’s played on
more than 300 recordings, having enjoyed
residencies at some of the UK’s biggest
recording studios. He’s also toured all over
the world and signed major and independent
recording and publishing deals. His many
TV appearances include Later… with Jools
Holland, MTV UK and America, and Top of
the Pops.
Kate CameRon
Head of Vocals
A professional session singer
for many years, Kate has sung
on several gold-selling albums, including
Ministry of Sound’s classic Ibiza 99. She’s also
enjoyed great success with Norman Cook and
Ashley Slater’s band Freak Power. She’s been
signed to MCA/Universal and sung on several
tracks charting in the UK Top 40. Kate’s
collaborative partners include Judge Jules,
Boy George, Tim Westwood, Danny Rampling
and Paul Oakenfold
TUTOrS• Virtuoso instrumental skill and expert songwriting ability
• stadium level touring with a-list artists
• multi-platinum hit record experience
• top recording session credits;
• Regular contribution to national music journals such as guitarist, total guitar, guitar techniques, Rhythm, guitar Buyer, Bass magazine, acoustic magazine and music Week
• Dedication and commitment to teaching and learning at Bimm
all OUr TUTOrS arE TOp MUSIC INdUSTry prOfESSIONalS - ThEIr ENvIaBlE TalENTS aNd ExpErIENCE INClUdE:
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ian sillett
Head of Songwriting
Ian is a graduate of the Leeds
College of Music, and LIPA.
An award-winning songwriter having been
signed to East West Records, Ian has also
performed with Sir Paul McCartney, Joan
Armatrading, Mark Knopfler, Beverley Knight,
and Sugababes. He is a composer and
arranger for film company Atlantic Pictures,
who have been awarded 22 Palme D’Or
nominations. He is also a member of the
General Teaching Council and a contributor
to BBC introducing on BBC Radio Sussex.
JaKe sHillingFoRD
Head of Music Business
Jake Shillingford is the
founder of the cult orchestral
alternative band My Life Story, with whom
he released three successful albums and had
six top forty singles. The band collaborated
with PJ Proby, Marc Almond, Morrissey, The
Wonderstuff and even headlined over Oasis.
Jake is one of the first “DIY” music business
entrepreneurs, having started his own label
in 2002 funded exclusively by investors,
benefactors and fans.
anDy maClURe
Head of Artist Development
Andy was the drummer
and co-songwriter for 90’s
hit band Sleeper, enjoying three UK Top 5
Albums and nine UK Top 40 singles. Andy
has also written, recorded and gigged with
artists such as Sophie Ellis Bextor, Bernard
Butler, Mel C and Matthew Jay. He also runs
Punk Rock Karaoke Ltd, the UK’s original live
karaoke band with Radio 1 DJ Steve Lamacq.
James sHeaRs
Head of Live Sound and Tour
Management/Production
James has had a varied
career as a sound engineer, musician and
singer/songwriter in the UK and South
Africa. He has been a Product Manager for
Soundcraft and won awards at national
level for album projects as both a producer/
engineer and as an artist in his own right.
His extensive experience as both musician
and sound engineer give him a unique
ability to understand life at both ends of the
microphone cable.
Jason KnigHt
Head of Live Performance
Jason has played keyboards
professionally since the age
of 15. Specialising in Hammond and Rhodes,
he’s played for a variety of artists including
Reef, Kula Shaker, Sam Obernik and Ian Wills.
His work as a session player has taken him
around the world supporting the likes of
Incubus, Travis, Feeder, Smashing Pumpkins,
The Charlatans and David Bowie, as well
as headlining festivals including V97 and
Glastonbury.
miCHael BoWes
Head of Music Business
Entrepreneurs
Michael is a world-class
drummer who has performed with artists
including Nelly Furtado, Joss Stone, Tears
For Fears, Amerie, Mario, Heather Small (M
People), Michelle Gayle, Black Legend, BLOW
and Macy Gray. He has performed on many
live TV shows including Top of the Pops, MTV,
VH1 and The Jerry Springer show.
neill tHeW
Head of Teaching and Learning
Neill is an award-winning
teacher who has taught in
many universities around the UK and Europe,
including Oxford, London, Sussex and
Gothenburg. His role as Head of Teaching
and Learning is focused on ensuring students
receive the best possible learning experience.
Neill is also an accomplished writer and
editor, and CEO of the Kangaroo Education
Consultancy.
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I felt I finally fitted in
there …. You could do
your own thing and
that’s what we did.”
lUKe PRitCHaRD
– The Kooks, BIMM Graduates
lIfE aT BIMMaT BIMM yOU’ll fINd plENTy TO KEEp yOU BUSy OUTSIdE Of yOUr STUdIES, INClUdINg......
gUEsTs ANd MAsTEr CLAssEsFrom performers, bands and journalists to label executives,
A&R reps and booking agents, our strong music connections
enable us to host guests across the length and breadth of the
industry.
Past guests include Roger Daltrey (The Who), Paul Weller,
Jeff Beck (The Yardbirds), Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili
Peppers), Nate Watts (Stevie Wonder), Lemmy (Motorhead),
Mel C, Michael Eavis, Steve Gadd (Eric Clapton), Krissy
Murison (NME), Ged Doherty (Sony), Steve Lawson (Future
Publishing), Kaiser Chiefs, Keane…the list is endless!
BIMM ALBUMEach year, our musicians submit demos to get a track on our
very own album. Bands get to record at a top professional
studio with pro engineers and producers. The record is then
released to the industry and public through our own in-house
record label.
gIgsBIMM musicians are heavily involved in gigs all year
throughout Brighton and Hove and beyond. We also run our
own shows – with gigs at the end of each term for both full
bands and for singer/songwriters at top venues in the city.
rEMEMBEr – ITs yOUr TIMEWe help musicians make the most out of their time at BIMM.
Active involvement in the local music scene and daily running
of personal musical projects is encouraged alongside course
work, revision and exams. This is your time, so get involved in
rehearsing and gigging to promoting and writing. BIMM is all
about full on musical immersion!
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“BIMM produces great players – and great
new entrepreneurs through their music busi-
ness courses – because of the tutor’s real
experience in this amazing and sometimes
brutal industry. EMI Music Publishing is proud
to work with everybody there, and looks for-
ward to many years of fruitful association”
FELIX HOWARD, FORMER HEAD OF A&R,
EMI PUBLISHING
“I F***in Love it!”
CHAD SMITH – RED HOT CHILI PEPPERS
“Sony Music Entertainment UK fully supports
and endorses BIMM. We look forward to
continuing our relationship with its staff and
students for many years to come.”
GED DOHERTY, FORMER CHAIRMAN
& CEO SONY MUSIC
“Really impressed with what you have here,
You’re very lucky”
ROGER DALTREY
“This project is put together by people
who’ve been there and done it. They know
how to live life loud, and for that Q Salutes
them.”
PAUL REES, Q MAGAzINE EDITOR
“If you’re serious about a career in the music
industry and a want great education in how
the industry works – this is the real deal.”
ROB HARRIS - JAMIROQUAI
“We have used BIMM Live Sound and Tour
Production students and they have all been
absolutely fantastic. Definitely shows that
BIMM is preparing students well for the out-
side world and a career in the music industry.
We would definitely use them again without
hesitation.”
TOM CARSON – JäGERMEISTER
MUSIC MANAGER
WhaT ThE INdUSTry SayS
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EdUCaTION parTNErSBIMM IS prIvIlEgEd TO WOrK IN parTNErShIp WITh hIghly rESpECTEd EdUCaTION prOvIdErS WhO ENaBlE US TO OffEr fUlly aCCrEdITEd COUrSES TO prOvIdE SUCCESSfUl gradUaTES WITh INTErNaTIONally rECOgNISEd aCadEMIC qUalIfICaTIONS.
BIMM Brighton graduates leave with a
prestigious award from a university that is
recognised as one of the UK’s top 10.
Our longstanding local Further Education
partner supports BIMM in the accreditation
of our Level 3 programmes.
Middlesex University validates our
successful specialist music teaching post
graduate course.
BSU is our key education partner in the
South West of England validating all Higher
Education courses at BIMM Bristol.
BIMM works with Chichester College to
provide the successful Rock Studio Saturday
courses.
BIMM are partners with the Brighton Film
School, working together on a variety
of creative projects that bring together
filmmakers and musicians.
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EdUCaTION parTNErS
INdUSTry parTNErS
BIMM students and alumni enjoy internships
and entry level employment positions
with: sony music, emi, Universal music
and Warner music UK. We also have alumni
working at, Xl Recordings, Wichita and ninja
tunes along with a large number of smaller
independents. Frequently, work placements
turn into paid employment and this year one
of our alumni started working with Republic
of music who since their launch have run
retail campaigns for such artists as Fleet
Foxes, two Door Cinema Club, Bloc Party,
the Black Keys, tame impala, Badly Drawn
Boy, the Futureheads and Fatboy slim.
On the live music front, BIMM students
are out working at venues and festivals
across the country with target live whose
clients include Festival Republic (Reading,
Leeds, Latitude) and Bestival. They also
work with agents including itB and the
agency along with finalists for the Live UK
Regional Promoter of the Year Award, lout
Promotions.
Engaging with music media is promoted
both as part of the curriculum and by the line
up of masterclass guests, as a result we have
alumni working with the ‘later...’ team at the
BBC, writing for Rocksound magazine and
working at terrorizer magazine. BIMM also
partners with PR companies Quite great PR,
anororak PR, space Promotions and Duff
Press where one of our alumni now works
on press campaigns for Def leppard, slash,
marilyn manson, thin lizzy, RUsH, Velvet
Revolver and many more.
BIMM alumni are working with some of the
best management companies in the business
including ie:music (management for Robbie
Williams, ladyhawke and Duffy), three six
Zero (Calvin Harris, Deadmau5) and Big life
management (scissor sisters, Charlatans,
Badly Drawn Boy). BIMM musicians are
invited to audition for all the top labels,
producers and management companies in
the UK, to perform on X Factor or small tours,
glitzy industry events or intimate recording
sessions.
At BIMM we are proud of our close industry
contacts and enjoy supporting our students
as they progress in their careers.
STUdENTS aT BIMM arE SUppOrTEd By MaNy INdUSTry lINKS aNd parTNErShIpS. ThESE hElp US TO OffEr STaTE-Of-ThE-arT EqUIpMENT aNd faCIlITIES, ThEy alSO aSSIST WITh INdUSTry plaCEMENTS aNd INTErNShIpS fOr MaNy Of OUr STUdENTS.
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Professional musicianship – Ba (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME
Professional musicianship – songwriting - Ba (Hons) - 3 YEARS FULL-TIME
music Business – Ba (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME AND 2 YEAR ACCELERATED
– APRIL AND SEPTEMBER STARTS
event management - Ba (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME AND 2 YEAR ACCELERATED
– APRIL AND SEPTEMBER STARTS
music Production - Ba (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME
Professional musicianship - Foundation Degree (arts) – 2 YEARS FULL-TIME
teacher training - Post graduate Certificate in Further and Higher education – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
artist Development Diploma in modern music – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
artist Development Diploma in modern music – songwriting – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
entrepreneurs Diploma in music Business – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
Diploma in live sound engineering and tour management– 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
Professional Diploma in live sound and tour Production – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME
COUrSES18
Working at Sony was an amazing
experience, I learned so much and was
able to meet frontline artists. I came to
appreciate first hand how the modules I
am studying at BIMM are truly relevant
and applicable in the real world of the
music industry.”
- tom BeCK Foundation Degree Graduate
“My time at BIMM was priceless,
learning from professional songwriters
who know what they’re talking about,
and bouncing ideas off the other stu
luable experience that I’ll never be
able to re-create. BIMM tells you how
the industry really is and prepares you
for a real future doing something you
love!”
- Kate WalsH BIMM Graduate
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Ba (hONS)
prOfESSIONal MUSICIaNShIp
If you’re a musician who loves performing
live or recording in the studio then The BA
(Hons) in Professional Musicianship will help
you turn your passion for music into a career.
The degree is academically challenging and
will stretch you as a musician, composer and
performer whilst also providing you with
the essential business skills required to work
successfully in the music industry.
At BIMM Brighton we understand that
live performance is the key to becoming a
fantastic musician, so you’ll spend a lot of time
on stage to help you develop as a performer.
Alongside this stage time you’ll receive
thorough tuition in musical technique, theory
and styles across a wide range of genres.
As well as developing your musical skills
you will be given the opportunity to explore
and develop your potential career
pathways through research and
professional projects.
A range of optional modules
allow you to shape the course
to fit your personal goals, these
include solo performance, studio
musicianship, commercial music
management and teaching.
Each of these modules offer
a different but equally
fulfilling route into
employment within the
music industry.
gUITAr, BAss, drUMs, ANd VOCALs.UCaS COdE: W310
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Postgraduate Certificate in Further and
Higher education, or into industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - 120 credits at level 4
• year 2 - 120 credits at level 5
• year 3 - 120 credits at level 6
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
5 gCses at C or above (including english), plus
two a levels at grade e, or an equivalent level
3 vocational qualification.
grade 6 equivalency playing skills
applications by experienced musicians without
formal qualifications may also be considered
through accreditation of prior experiential
learning (aPel).
For entry to year 2, students must complete
year 1 with 120 Credits achieved. external
applications to year 2 are accepted – for
details, please contact [email protected].
MOdULEs
yeaR 1
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
first year of study:
• Techniques
• Essential Styles
• Music Business and Study
Skills
• Artist Development and
Entrepreneurship
• Live Performance Workshop
• Music Theory and Notation
Completion of year one with
120 credits achieved allows
students to progress to year 2.
yeaR 2
mandatory modules:
• Research Methods
• Cultural Perspectives
• Professional Musicianship
• Theory & Transcription
optional modules group a:
• Performance in Context
• Studio Musicianship
• Commercial Band
Management
optional modules group B:
• Studio Recording
• The Songwriter/ Producer
• Music Publishing
yeaR 3
mandatory modules:
• Personal and Business
Development
• Analytical Perspectives
• Professional Project
optional modules group a:
• Solo Performance
• Ensemble Performance
• Commercial Songwriting
optional modules group B:
• Music Business Studies
• Music Teaching Practice
Year Two and Three
Each year, Students undertake mandatory modules, and chose 2
further modules from the choices in optional module groups A and
B* below. * Students must take at least one module from Optional
Modules Group A.
KEy INfOrMaTION:
Validated by the University
of Sussex.
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Ba (hONS)
prOfESSIONal MUSICIaNShIp-SONgWrITINg
At BIMM we recognise the unique talent
required to be a songwriter. The BA
(Hons) Songwriting has been designed to
specifically nurture your creative flair for
composition and lyric writing.
With a strong focus on writing technique,
analysis and personal stylistic development
you will be encouraged to explore your
creativity as an artist in a range of disciplines
from solo and group performance to
commercial songwriting.
In addition to composition and performance
you will undertake research and project work
to help you to develop realistic and attainable
career goals.
To be successful as a songwriter a detailed
understanding of the music business is
essential. We will share our understanding
of music publishing, contracts and recording
technology and deliver our teaching in line
with the latest trends and directions in the
evolving music industry.
Your course will culminate with a professional
project that is designed to give you the
opportunity to develop a live industry project
of your choice to give you a head start into
the workplace when you graduate.
At BIMM you will be part of a creative
community of talented writers,
performers and music industry
professionals. There is no better
place to learn your craft and to
bring your talent to life.
UCaS COdE: W310
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Post graduate Certificate in Further and
Higher education, or into industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - 120 credits at level 4
• year 2 - 120 credits at level 5
• year 3 - 120 credits at level 6
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
5 gCses at C or above (including english), plus
two a levels at grade e, or an equivalent level
3 vocational qualification.
grade 6 equivalency playing skills.
applications by experienced musicians without
formal qualifications may also be considered
through accreditation of prior experiential
learning (aPel).
For entry to year 2, students must complete
year 1 with 120 Credits achieved. external
applications to year 2 are accepted – for
details, contact [email protected].
MOdULEs
yeaR 1
All students take the following
mandatory modules in their
first year of study:
• Songwriting Techniques
• Arrangement Analysis
• Music Business and Study
Skills
• Artist Development and
Entrepreneurship
• Live Performance Workshop
• Music Theory and
Arrangement
Completion with 120 credits
achieved allows students to
progress to year 2.
yeaR 2
mandatory modules:
• Research Methods
• Cultural Perspectives
• The Songwriter/ Producer
• Music Publishing
• Theory & Transcription
optional modules:
• Performance in Context
• Studio Musicianship
• Commercial Band
Management
• Studio Recording
yeaR 3
mandatory modules:
• Personal and Business
Development
• Analytical Perspectives
• Professional Project
• Commercial Songwriting
optional modules group a:
• Solo Performance
• Ensemble Performance
• Music Business Studies
• Music Teaching Practice
Year Two and Three
Each year, Students undertake mandatory modules, and also
choose one additional subject from the optional module choices.
KEy INfOrMaTION:
Validated by the University
of Sussex.
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MUSIC BUSINESS
3 yeaRs FUll time anD 2 yeaR aCCeleRateD –
aPRil anD sePtemBeR staRts
UCaS COdES:3 yrS - N824 / 2 yrS - N823
Ba (hONS)
The way in which music is created, recorded,
distributed and enjoyed is constantly
evolving but one thing remains constant –
this dynamic, competitive and challenging
business is driven by (and needs) talented
entrepreneurs.
On the BA (Hons) Music Business we offer
an opportunity for aspiring entrepreneurs to
gain an understanding of the music industry
as it is now, with the aim that you will
develop your own ideas in a creative space
and be a builder of tomorrow’s industry.
The course will give you insight into the
complex and highly detailed structure of
today’s international industry and equip
you with a comprehensive business skill set
including Artist Management, Marketing,
Music Publishing, Legislation and Studio
Recording.
Throughout the course you will have a
number of opportunities to develop your
hands-on industry knowledge through work
placements and internships in a range of
music-focused employers.
For anyone looking to cut their teeth as
a promoter in A&R or management then
BIMM is a fantastic place to study; we have
hundreds of artists and bands just waiting to
be launched to success. You could discover
the next big thing right here!
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Post graduate Certificate in Further and
Higher education, or into industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - 120 credits at level 4
• year 2 - 120 credits at level 5
• year 3 - 120 credits at level 6
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
5 gCses at C or above (including english), plus
two a levels at grade C, or an equivalent level
3 vocational qualification.
applicants must be able to demonstrate
evidence of a firm understanding of the live
music environment and industry, combined with
relevant work experience.
applications by experienced persons without
formal qualifications may also be considered
through accreditation of prior experiential
learning (aPel).
For entry to year 2, students must complete
year 1 with 120 Credits achieved.
MOdULEs
yeaR 1
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
first year of study:
• Tour Production and Project
Management
• Live Sound Technology
• Business & Study Skills
• Legislation, Regulation and
Finance
• Introduction to Online
music
• Artiste Development
Completion with 120 credits
achieved allows students to
progress to year 2.
yeaR 2
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
second year of study:
• Research Methods
• Studio Recording
• Cultural Perspectives
• Engaging With Industry
• Marketing and Media
• Music Publishing
yeaR 3
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
Third year of study:
• Professional Project
• Personal & Business
Development
• Analytical Perspectives
• Advanced Online Music
• Event Management
KEy INfOrMaTION:
also available as a two year accelerated programme. – see website for more details
Courses start april 2013 or september 2013.
Subject to validation by the
University of Sussex.
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Ba (hONS)
EvENT MaNagEMENT
If you are an aspiring promoter then the BA
(Hons) in Event Management is your ideal
springboard for success in the music industry.
Alongside the growth of digital music the
live music industry has also expanded
hugely with festivals and tours becoming an
increasingly important source of revenue for
bands and artists, and the main way in which
they build a fan base.
At BIMM Brighton you will have countless
opportunities to use the practical skills
you learn on your course to put on events,
festivals, club nights and more. You will work
directly with the hundreds of BIMM artists
and numerous local venues in Brighton. This
access to artists and venues really sets the
BIMM Event Management degree apart from
others available in the UK.
The BA (Hons) in Event Management is
designed to encompass the complex and
detailed structure of the contemporary
events industry. It will equip you with a
comprehensive business and management
skill set and will cover the diverse range of
career paths available in this dynamic and
growing sector.
The course is delivered by well-connected
tutors with first-class experience of working
at the highest levels of the modern events
industry ensuring your qualification is unique,
relevant and cutting edge.
Throughout the course you will be
encouraged to develop an entrepreneurial
spirit that will equip you for a long and
successful career in the events industry.
3 yeaRs FUll time anD 2 yeaR aCCeleRateD –
aPRil anD sePtemBeR staRts
UCaS COdES:3 yrS - N820 / 2 yrS - N821
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KEy INfOrMaTION:prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Post graduate Certificate in Further and
Higher education, or into industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - 120 credits at level 4
• year 2 - 120 credits at level 5
• year 3 - 120 credits at level 6
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
minimum 160 UCas tariff points (2 a levels
at grade C or above) or equivalent national
vocational qualification - an equivalent
qualification is acceptable via our aPl process.
students with significant experiential learning
may also be able to apply using our aPel
process, advice and guidance will be provided
by the Recruitment & admissions team.
MOdULEs
yeaR 1
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
first year of study:
• Tour, Production & Project
Management
• Live Sound Technology
• Legislation, Regulation &
Finance
• Events in Context
• Introducing Event
Management
• Music Business & Study
Skills
Completion with 120 credits
achieved allows students to
progress to year 2.
yeaR 2
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
second year of study:
• Research Methods
• Risk Management & Crowd
Control
• Event Software &
Technology
• Engaging with Industry
(WBL)
• Marketing & Media
• Events & the Environment
yeaR 3
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
Third year of study:
• Professional Project
• Personal & Business
Development
• Event Sponsorship &
Funding
• Public Relations & Digital
Media
• Event Logistics & Services
also available as a two year accelerated programme. – see website for more details
Courses start april 2013 or september 2013.
Subject to validation by the
University of Sussex.
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Ba (hONS)
MUSIC prOdUCTION
The way in which music is recorded, mixed
and mastered is as integral to the creative
process of composition and performance.
The best producers can add the illusive
magic to a recording that is often the
difference between the success and failure of
a project.
The BA (Hons) in Music Production is a
specialist vocational programme designed for
those wishing to pursue a career in a range
of music industry roles such as producer, live
sound technician, sound engineer, film and
television technician and computer music
designer.
On the course you will learn about the
technology and techniques required to
produce music across a wide range of
contexts from traditional studio recording to
film, television, animation, multimedia and
live environments. You’ll also gain a thorough
grounding in the context of contemporary
music, the industry that supports it and the
personal, project management and business
skills required for a successful career in music
production.
The course sits clearly on the cutting edge
of music production with high end studios,
equipment and software and is unique in
combining the creative use of technology
alongside a rigorous, critical and theoretical
examination of music production.
UCaS COdE: W374
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KEy INfOrMaTION:prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Post graduate Certificate in Further and
Higher education, or into industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - 120 credits at level 4
• year 2 - 120 credits at level 5
• year 3 - 120 credits at level 6
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
minimum 160 UCas tariff points (2 a levels
at grade C or above). or equivalent national
vocational qualification - an equivalent
qualification is acceptable via our aPl
process.
students with significant experiential
learning may also be able to apply
using our aPel process, advice and
guidance will be provided by the
Recruitment & admissions team.
MOdULEs
yeaR 1
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
first year of study:
• Sound Environments
• Studio Engineering
• Computer Music
• Audio Theory and Acoustics
• Video & Multimedia
Production
• Academic Study &
Research Skills
Completion with 120 credits
achieved allows students to
progress to year 2.
yeaR 2
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
second year of study:
• Music Industry Studies
• Sound Studio Production
• Computer Music
Performance
• Music Production in Context
• Sound for Film, Television
and Broadcast
• Computer Music Design
yeaR 3
all students take the following
mandatory modules in their
Third year of study:
• Production Project
• Post Production
• Ambient Recording
• Personal and Business
Development
• Immersive Environments
Subject to validation by the
University of Sussex.
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Available for Bass, Drums, Guitar and Vocals
The BIMM Foundation Degree in Professional
Musicianship is a two year full time course
which aims to equip musicians with the
key practical, theoretical and business
skills required for a career in the music
industry, together with gaining relevant work
experience. The course integrates vocational
skills in musicianship and music performance
with academic study and work-based
learning, and successful completion of the
course will lead to the University of Sussex
award of a Foundation Degree in Arts (FdA).
You will work towards the development of
professional-level performance skills in a wide
variety of styles for your chosen instrument
(drums, guitar, bass or vocals) and you will
also undertake valuable work experience in
the music industry.
The 13 course modules provide a strong
balance of instrumental, practical and
academic study as well as developing
key transferable skills such as teamwork,
communication and presentation skills,
academic research, study skills and self-
management.
prOfESSIONal MUSICIaNShIp - fOUNdaTION dEgrEE (arTS)gUITar, BaSS, drUMS, vOCalS
MOdULEs yeaR one
• Technical Development
• Performance Styles
• Music Business and Study Skills
• Music Theory in Practice
• Aural and Notation Skills
• Pre-Production and Live Performance
yeaR tWo
• Critical Insights in Popular Music
• Applied Technical Development
• Session Skills
• Engaging with Industry
• Creative Composition and Arrangement
• Transcription and Critical Listening
• Live Performance Skills
prOgrEssION rOUTE
Ba (Hons) in Professional musicianship
- Performance year 3
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
the minimum requirement for entry is
UCas tariff of 80 points or above (2 a
levels at grade e, or equivalent vocational
qualifications).
applicants are also required to have
performing ability equivalent to trinity grade
6-8. applications by experienced musicians
without formal qualifications may also be
considered through accreditation of prior
experiential learning (aPel).
applications for the Foundation Degree
should be made through UCas (UCas CoDe:
W990; institUtion CoDe: B39; CamPUs
CoDe: n)
Following application through the UCas
system, applicants will normally be
interviewed and auditioned at Bimm Brighton
and course offers will be made on the basis
of the whole application process. in addition
to performing ability and experience we also
look for a strong professional work ethic and
career focus.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• year 1 - level 4
• year 2 - level 5
UCaS COdE: W990
Validated by the
University of Sussex.
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Validated by Middlesex University.
This one-year course has been created for
music professionals who would like to gain
a teaching qualification as part of their
professional portfolio. It is designed to
provide the professional qualifications you
need to begin teaching in Further and/or
Higher Education.
The focus is on helping you to achieve
a confident, enjoyable start to teaching.
The course is practical and hands-on,
incorporating teaching and learning theory.
You will be required to gain teaching
experience while on the course and you will
be mentored by an experienced teacher as
you do this.
The course is the equivalent of one-third of a
Masters Degree.
pOST gradUaTE CErTIfICaTE IN fUrThEr aNd hIghEr MUSIC EdUCaTION
TEaChEr TraININg
prOgrEssION rOUTE
into industry and education
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
a music or related Ba (Hons) Degree at
2:2 or higher
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 6&7
MOdULEs
• Professional Practice in Teaching,
Learning and Assessment (post-
compulsory education)
(20 credits at FHeQ level 6)
• Linking Theory and Practice in Post-
Compulsory Education
(20 credits at FHeQ level 7)
• Taking an Action Research approach to
Researching Professional Practice
(30 credits at FHeQ level 7)
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Ba (Hons) in Professional
musicianship year 1 (instrumental stream)
or Bimm Foundation Degree in Professional
musicianship
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
4 gCses at C or above (including english)
grade 4 – 6 equivalency playing skills.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 3
This full-time course is designed specifically for guitar, bass, drums and vocals.
It is an intensive, vocational course suitable for competent players aspiring to become artists,
session musicians and modern music teachers, but who may lack professional experience and
higher-level technical ability.
This qualification is equivalent to 2 A levels.
arTIST dEvElOpMENT dIplOMa IN MOdErN MUSIC
*For module descriptions and more
information, visit www.bimm.co.uk*
gUITar, BaSS, drUMS aNd vOCalS
MOdULEs
• Technical Development
• Session Styles
• Pre – Production
• Live Performance Workshop (LPW)
• Sight Reading & Ear Training
• Music Theory
• The Music Industry
• Music in Context
• Performance Preparation
• Extended Studies*
(Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music - 1 year fully accredited)
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Ba (Hons) in Professional
musicianship year 1 (songwriting stream)
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
4 gCses at C or above (including english)
grade 4 – 6 equivalency playing skills.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 3*For module descriptions and more
information, visit www.bimm.co.uk*
gUITar, BaSS, drUMS aNd vOCalS
SONgWrITINg
MOdULEs
• Composition
• Singing
• Performance Preparation
• Music Theory and Keyboard Skills
• Pre - Production
• Live Performance Workshop (LPW)
• Aural Perception and Ear Training
• Musical Arranging
• Music Industry
• Music in Context*
This full-time course is designed for singer/songwriters who may also
have instrumental ability.
On this course students will develop the skills required to take their
original song ideas and transform them into well-constructed and
arranged compositions. These compositions could then form part of a live set or studio
recording with sufficient quality to release or perform to a live audience.
This qualification is broadly equivalent to 2 A levels.
(Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music - 1 year fully accredited)
arTIST dEvElOpMENT dIplOMa IN MOdErN MUSIC
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This full-time course is designed to provide a thorough grounding in business principles, whilst
investigating the structure and working practices of the Music Industry.
The areas of study include: Artists, Record Labels, Publishers, Retail, Radio Stations and Media.
This course is designed to facilitate progression into the Music Industry or specialist and general
business studies at degree level. This qualification is broadly equivalent to 2 A levels.
prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Ba (Hons) in Commercial music
management year 1
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
4 gCses at C or above (including english),
plus a keen interest in music and the music
industry.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 3
*For module descriptions and more
information, visit www.bimm.co.uk*
MOdULEs
• Music Industry Studies
• Career Development &
Entrepreneurship Marketing
and Promotion
• Management in Music
• Business Project
• Music in Context
• Extended Studies*
ENTrEprENEUr’S dIplOMa IN MUSIC BUSINESS(Rock School Level 3 Diploma for Music Practitioners (Business) - 1 year fully accredited)
The best thing about BIMM is the tutors all work within the music industry. It’s great to hear
about the industry as it happens and how the tutors cope with the changes within the industry.
Whether it be managers dealing with the change in music being bought digitally rather than on
CD, or tour managers giving us their experiences of managing even the biggest of tours - it’s
priceless gaining firsthand information from someone who works within the industry rather than
reading it from a book.”
- BeCKi WillaRD Music Business Graduate, now working at the BBC
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dIplOMa IN lIvE SOUNd ENgINEErINg aNd TOUr MaNagEMENT
This full-time course responds directly to the need within the music industry for multi-skilled
sound engineers and tour managers.
Areas for study include: Live Sound Engineering, Studio Production, Event Management and the
Music Business. This qualification is broadly equivalent to 1 A level.
ENTrEprENEUr’S dIplOMa IN MUSIC BUSINESS
(Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology
(Events Support) - 1 year fully accredited)
prOgrEssION rOUTE
Bimm Professional Diploma in live sound
and tour Production
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
4 gCses at C or above (including english).
applicants must be able to demonstrate
evidence of a basic understanding of the
live music environment through relevant
work experience.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 3
*For module descriptions and more
information, visit www.bimm.co.uk*
MOdULEs
• Live Sound Practice
• Live Sound Theory
• The Music Industry
• Tour and Events Management
• Ear Training
• Backline Technical Management*
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prOgrEssION rOUTE
into industry, or appropriate Higher
education level study
ENTry rEQUIrEMENTs:
5 gCses at C or above (including
english), and applicants must be
able to demonstrate evidence of a
firm understanding of the live music
environment through relevant work
experience.
FHEQ LEVEL:
• level 4
*For module descriptions and more
information, visit www.bimm.co.uk*
MOdULEs
• Live Sound Systems
• Live Sound Mixing
• Tour and Production Management
• Live Performance Workshop
• Aural Perception
• Extended Studies
• Music Business and Professional
Practice*
This full-time course is designed to further develop the skills and knowledge of those with prior
experience of the live music industry.
Subject areas include: Live Sound Systems and Mixing, Tour and Production Management, Aural
Perception, Music Industry and Professional Practice. Students will also gain the opportunity to
shadow touring professionals at live events throughout the UK.
prOfESSIONal dIplOMa IN lIvE SOUNd aNd TOUr prOdUCTION(Edexcel BTEC Level 5 Professional Diploma in Live Sound - 1 year fully accredited)
UCaS COdE: j932
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HIgHEr EdUCATION COUrsEs ANd UCAs
BIMM has recently joined UCAS (The
Universities Central Admissions Service). All
Higher Education students who wish to join
BIMM will need to submit an application
through UCAS using the appropriate Campus
and Qualification Code. Once we have
received your application we will either invite
you in for an assessment and audition or – if
you already clearly meet the entry criteria
for the course you have selected – we will
offer you a place. The BIMM admissions team
are available to assist you with all queries
in respect of your application. They can be
contacted on: 08442 646 666 or
pErFOrMANCE-BAsEd COUrsEs: gUITAr, BAss, drUMs, VOCALs ANd sONgWrITINg
If you are applying to one of our
performance-based courses and are a UK-
based student we will expect you to attend
BIMM for an audition and assessment. If
you wish to visit us and be assessed before
you submit your UCAS application this can
be arranged by contacting our admissions
team directly. All BIMM assessments for
Performance and Songwriting courses are
free of charge and include an hour long
introductory presentation that will provide
you with valuable information about our
courses, the music industry and the ethos,
aims and philosophy of BIMM. At your
individual assessment we will discuss your
personal aspirations and the ways in which
we can help you to achieve your goal.
hOW TO applyTO apply TO BIMM BrIghTON all yOU NEEd TO dO IS Call OUr adMISSIONS TEaM TO BOOK aN aSSESSMENT ON 08442 646 666.
prOfESSIONal dIplOMa IN lIvE SOUNd aNd TOUr prOdUCTION
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MUsIC BUsINEss ANd EVENT MANAgEMENT COUrsEs
For courses which do not involve a practical
performance element we will generally
be able to make you an offer based on
your UCAS application and will take into
consideration your existing or expected
qualifications and the strength of your
personal statement and reference. However,
we do encourage you to come and visit us
at one of our many Open Days throughout
the year so that you are fully informed about
BIMM before you submit your application.
MUsIC prOdUCTION COUrsEsFor all Music Production Courses you should
also apply through UCAS and will be required
to submit a digital portfolio. Details on how
to upload your digital portfolio are available
in the Music Production Courses section of
our website. We also encourage you to come
and visit us at one of our many Open Days
throughout the year so that you are fully
informed about BIMM before you submit your
application.
inteRnational aPPliCants – please read
the international section of this prospectus
on details of how to apply if you are not
resident in the UK or if you do not hold a UK
or EU passport.
UCAs COdEsEach BIMM Higher Education course has a
dedicated UCAS code and you will need to
ensure that you have the correct code in
order to make an application.
The institution code for BIMM is B39
The campus code for Brighton is N
UCAs FEEsThere is a cost for submitting a UCAS
application. The cost depends on how many
course choices you wish to apply for.
1 Choice: £12
Up to 5 choices: £23
These costs are payable direct to UCAS.
UCAs dEAdLINEs15tH JanUaRy 2013. The deadline
for on-time UCAS applications to
be received is the 15th January
2013. Any submitted after this
date will be considered as
‘late’ applications by UCAS.
All that this means is that we
don’t have to consider an
application if it is received
after this date and on-
time applications will
be prioritised. However
BIMM is committed
to looking at all
applications received
up until the 30th June
2013. Other deadlines
are as follows:
30tH JUne 2013 – Last date
any UCAS applications will
be forwarded to BIMM. Any
applications received after this
date will be put in for clearing by
UCAS.
22nD aUgUst 2013 – Clearing
will open for applicants who
applied after the 30th June 2013.
They can only select one course at a time.
ACAdEMIC QUALIFICATIONsPlease make sure that you list all your
academic achievements. Please also list any
pending qualifications with expected grades.
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If you are a mature applicant (19+) who does
not hold the academic entry criteria we can
consider you for APEL (Accreditation of Prior
Experience and Learning) please contact
our admissions team for more details on this
process.
pErsONAL sTATEMENTYou must include a personal statement with
your UCAS application. There is a video guide
to writing a personal statement on the UCAS
website:
www.ucas.tv/ucas/video/WXSch
Please write your statement as a word
document so that you can check your
spelling and grammar and then simply copy
and paste it into the personal statement
section on your UCAS application. There
is a maximum of 4000 characters. Please
use paragraphs with your statement as this
makes it clearer to read. We advise that you
keep a copy of your personal statement.
rEFErENCEYou will need to supply a reference with your
application. Ideally this should be a teacher
or tutor at your school/college. If you are no
longer in education and are working, please
provide a reference from your employer.
OFFEr OF A pLACE THrOUgH UCAs
If your application through UCAS is
successful, you will be made one of two
offers:
• Conditional• Unconditional
If your offer is conditional it will be pending
BIMM receiving any further information
that is required, such as exam results and
certificates. If it is unconditional then you
have met the entry criteria for the course
and do not need to supply any additional
information.
If you have been assessed for a performance
or songwriting course at BIMM prior to
submitting a UCAS application you need
to be aware that an offer can only be
made once you have submitted your UCAS
application. If you have not yet applied
through UCAS please do so as soon as
possible. This will allow us to process your
offer as quickly as possible.
CONFIrMINg yOUr pLACEAll offers for places on courses will be made
through ‘Track’ on UCAS. This is where you
will need to confirm if you wish to take your
place.
UNsUCCEssFUL AppLICATIONsIf your application is unsuccessful it
means that you may not have passed the
assessment at the appropriate level or you
have not met the academic entry criteria. If
there is a specific reason for your application
being unsuccessful it will be noted on ‘Track’.
If you have any concerns about your UCAS
application please contact the admissions
department on 08442 646 666. Please be
sure to have your UCAS personal ID number
to hand. You can also email us:
Josie BlaCKnell – admissions manager
HannaH iRVing – Recruitment and
admissions assistant
amy sCott – admissions assistant
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FUrTHEr EdUCATION COUrsEsYou can apply to BIMM for a Further
Education course by calling our admissions
team direct to request an assessment or
by entering your details in the Apply Now
section on the BIMM Brighton website. Once
we have received your enquiry we will invite
you in for an assessment and audition and we
will then either make you an offer of a place
or suggest what you need to do to develop
your skills to the appropriate standard.
The BIMM admissions team are available to
assist you with all queries in respect of your
application. They can be contacted on Tel:
08442 646 666 or [email protected] .
pErFOrMANCE-BAsEd COUrsEs: gUITAr, BAss, drUMs, VOCALs ANd sONgWrITINg
If you are applying to one of our
performance-based courses and are a UK-
based student we will expect you to attend
BIMM for an audition and assessment.
All BIMM assessments for Performance and
Songwriting courses are free of charge
and include an hour long introductory
presentation that will provide you with
valuable information about our courses,
the music industry and the ethos, aims and
philosophy of BIMM. At your individual
assessment we will discuss your personal
aspirations and the ways in which we can
help you to achieve your goals.
MUsIC BUsINEss ANd LIVE sOUNd COUrsEs
For courses which do not involve a practical
performance element an offer will be based
upon your qualifications, experience and a
successful interview. We recommend that
you attend one of our Open Days throughout
the year so that you are fully informed about
BIMM before you submit your application.
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WE arE vEry prOUd TO aNNOUNCE ThaT IN MarCh 2012 WE WErE aWardEd fUll hIghly TrUSTEd STaTUS By ThE UK BOrdEr agENCy aNd arE NOW fUlly lICENSEd TO WElCOME yOU TO BIMM BrIghTON.
Applying to BIMM, as a non-UK resident, has
never been easier. Please get in touch - we
would be very happy to discuss all your
options personally. In the meantime, please
look at the International Student application
notes below.
HOW TO AppLy?As an EU or international student you can
apply for any full-time BIMM course. The
first step is to undertake an assessment. This
assessment will determine what level is best
suited to your ability. We do understand
that some EU and international applicants
will not be able to travel to BIMM Brighton or
BIMM Bristol for their audition and therefore
we can offer an assessment application
that can be sent via email. Please send
your assessment application request to:
Once the assessment process has been
completed we will send
you a contract offer
which needs to be
signed and returned.
The deposit for your
course will need to be
paid in full within 21
days of receiving the
contract.
ENgLIsH QUALIFICATIONsYou will be required to show evidence of your
English language skills to one of the following
levels:
ACAdEMIC ENTry CrITErIAIn addition to the above you will also need
to meet the academic entry criteria for
the course you wish to apply for. You will
need to provide us with evidence of your
qualifications upon making an application.
HOW TO gET A sTUdENT VIsA?As an international student you need a visa
to study in the UK.
In order to obtain a student visa you will need
to be issued a Confirmation of Acceptance
of Studies (CAS) number by BIMM. This will
be provided once you return a signed copy
of your contract offer and have paid your full
fees following a successful application.
Once you have received your CAS number
you will be able to proceed with your Visa
application.
INTErNaTIONal
minimum score of:
85 (at least 24 achieved in
speaking and 25 in writing)
6.5 overall (with no lower than
6.0 to be achieved in each of the
listening and writing sections)
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englishQualification
TOEFL
IELTS
PTE
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fEES aNd fINaNCE
BIMM Brighton is a private vocational training
provider. Different levels of funding can be accessed
for students depending on course, age and individual
learning requirements.
To find out more, please refer to our finance packs or
website for more information on funding options.
All fees quoted apply to the 2013/14 academic year
only and are on a per annum basis. (All fees are
subject to change in future academic years).
Further education Courses
(Deposit required)
BIMM Diploma
in Live Sound/Tour Management
BIMM Artist Development Diploma
in Modern Music
BIMM Artist Development Diploma
in Songwriting
BIMM Entrepreneur’s Diploma
in Music Business
Higher education Courses
BIMM Professional Diploma
in Live Sound/Tour Production
BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship
BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship
(Songwriting)
BA (Hons) in Music Production
BA (Hons) in Music Business (3 yrs)
BA (Hons) in Music Business (2 yrs)
BA (Hons) in Event Management (3 yrs)
BA (Hons) in Event Management (2 yrs)
Foundation Degree (Arts)
in Professional Musicianship
Under 19
years
£950*
£950*
£950*
£950*
*This fee level reflects current government funding for this course. Students who are under 19 on this course do not pay tuition fees; their course fees comprise solely of a course materials charge.
over 19
years
£4,800
non eU students
(Deposit required)
£6,800
UCAS Code
N/A
Post graduate Courses
Postgraduate Certificate in Further
and Higher Music Education
Under 19
years
N/A
Under 19
years
£5,500
£5,750
£5,750
£5,750
£5,250
£6,750
£5,250
£6,750
£5,750
over 19
years
£4,750
£4,750
£4,750
£4,750
over 19
years
£5,500
£5,750
£5,750
£5,750
£5,250
£6,750
£5,250
£6,750
£5,750
non eU students (Deposit required)
£6,950
£6,950
£6,950
£6,950
UCAS Code
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
non eU students (Deposit required)
£7,500
£7,750
£7,750
£7,750
£7,250
£8,750
£7,250
£8,750
£7,750
UCAS Code
J932
W310
W310
W374
N824
N823
N820
N821
W990
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SChOlarShIpS aNd BUrSarIES
every year Bimm offers a limited number of
scholarships and bursaries to talented and
dedicated applicants who are in need of
financial assistance. For further information
on how to apply, please call 08442 646 666.
or email [email protected] .
Residents outside the European Union
unfortunately do not qualify for UK financial
assistance. All applications are subject to
deadlines. You must have been offered a
place on a course in order to apply for a
scholarship.
NEW - prs FOr MUsIC sprINgBOArd sCHOLArsHIps FOr sONgWrITINg ANd MUsICBUsINEss
Diploma level only.
PRS for Music are offering five scholarships
to students who wish to study on one
of BIMM’s new Springboard Diplomas in
Brighton. The scholarships are for one year
Artist Development courses in Songwriting
or for the one year Entrepreneur’s Diploma in
Music Business.
The purpose of these scholarships is to
ensure equality of opportunity for young
people, to raise aspirations and educational
attainment and improve employment
prospects within the music industry.
sprINgBOArd sCHOLArsHIp Diploma level only.
BIMM Brighton is dedicated to helping
musicians and songwriters to develop their
skills and talents and their self confidence
while gaining nationally recognised Further
and Higher Education qualifications. Our New
Scholarship Fund supports younger entrants
who would like to study on our Diploma level
programmes. Each scholarship is £1000
towards course fees.
BIMM sCHOLArsHIps Each academic year BIMM is able to offer a
limited number of full or part scholarships
to talented and dedicated applicants who
are in need of financial assistance. These
scholarships are limited to courses where
student funding does not cover the full cost
of the course. Scholarships are only available
for UK residents.
To be eligible for a scholarship your
household income must be below £40,000
per year. Below is a breakdown of the
scholarships you can be considered for:
• Household income of £25,000 per year
or less — you may be eligible for a FULL
scholarship
• Household income between £26,000 -
£40,000 per year — you may be eligible
for a PART scholarship
BUrsArIEs EMI Music Sound Foundation has provided
BIMM with a bursary of £4,000 for Brighton
students and £1,000 for Bristol students. This
bursary is only available to UK residents.
These bursaries are available to applicants
who are in financial hardship.
The bursary can be split amongst a number
of applicants over the age of 19 who are on a
Diploma or PG Cert programme at Brighton,
and who are on any level of course at BIMM
Bristol. The maximum age for applicants is 25.
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aCCOMMOdaTIONBrIghTON hOSTS varIOUS pOSSIBIlITIES fOr aCCOMMOdaTION INClUdINg flaTS, SharEd hOUSES, BEdSITS Or parT-BOard WITh a hOST faMIly. aS a UNIvErSITy CITy ThErE IS a hIgh dEMaNd fOr STUdENT aCCOMMOdaTION SO WE advISE yOU TO lOOK aS Early aS pOSSIBlE TO fINd a plaCE TO SUIT yOUr NEEdS.
AVErAgE ACCOMMOdATION prICE gUIdE:
BeD & BReaKFast
£25-£30+ per person per
night
BeDsits
£75+ per person per week
Flats / HoUse sHaRe
£85+ per person per week
PaRt BoaRD WitH Family
£100+ per week, inc bed, breakfast and
dinner
Please note these prices are only a guide and
do not include bills – bear in mind you will be
asked for rent in advance and a deposit.
HOW TO FINd ACCOMMOdATION
If you would like help finding accommodation
you can speak to Jackie Phillips – as
an independent advisor she
can provide a whole host of
information on flats/shared
houses, bedsits and host
houses. She charges a small fee for
her advice and help in finding suitable
accommodation for BIMM students.
You can reach Jackie on 01273 493409 or
email;: [email protected].
Please be aware that Jackie deals with a lot
of enquiries and applications from BIMM
students.
Alternatively, there are many Letting
Agencies based in Brighton. We’ve listed
below a few sites that may be of use to you:
www.accommodationforstudents.com
www.theargus.co.uk/homes/forrent
www.baagency.co.uk
www.gumtree.co.uk
If you are looking for temporary
accommodation during the week whilst
studying there are many hostels offering
cheap rooms in the Brighton/Hove area.
Please check out the following websites for
further information:
www.roomsinbrighton.co.uk/
www.hostelbookers.com/hostels/england/
brighton/
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CONTaCT INfOrMaTIONTO apply TO BIMM Or TO BOOK aN aSSESSMENT, plEaSE Call OUr adMISSIONS dEparTMENT ON ThE NUMBEr BElOW Or EMaIl [email protected]
EqUally, If yOU havE aNy qUESTIONS aBOUT ThE prOSpECTUS Or BIMM, plEaSE dO NOT hESITaTE TO gET IN TOUCh.
BIMM BrIgHTON
38 - 42 Brunswick St West
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 1EL
United Kingdom
tel (UK): 0844 2 646 666
tel (int): (0044) 1273 636 666
email: [email protected]
Please note: The information in the BIMM
prospectus and online is believed to be correct. It is
not part of any agreement with parents/students and
the Institute. Courses and course content are regularly
reviewed and may be subject to change.
CHECK Us OUT ONLINE
WeBsite:
www.bimm.co.uk
FaCeBooK:
www.facebook.com/BIMMBrighton
tWitteR:
www.twitter.com/BIMMBrighton
- or tweet @BIMMBrighton
yoUtUBe:
www.youtube.com/user/tvbimm
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OpEN dayS
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ThrOUghOUT ThE yEar WE hOld a NUMBEr Of OpEN dayS SO yOU CaN gET a SENSE Of WhaT lIfE aS a STUdENT aT BIMM WIll BE lIKE.
at an open day you can:
• Watch live performances from BIMM bands
• See a presentation about BIMM courses and our philosophy on education
• View our facilities
• Meet course tutors
• Ask any questions you may have regarding studying at BIMM
You will need to book your place on the open day, you can do this by contacting us on
08442 646666 or by email at [email protected].
To find out when our open days are running check out www.bimm.co.uk/brighton/open-days
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