Applying to study an undergraduate course at BIMM Institute in the UK
If you already know the course you wish to apply for then just follow our simple step-by-step guide below to making an application.
If you are not yet sure what the best course is for you, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
Good luck. We can’t wait for you to start your career in music.
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Step 1: Apply
All applicants will need to submit an application through UCAS at www.ucas.com using the appropriate UCAS Course Code (which you can find on our course pages). Once your application has been received, we’ll invite you to an interview or audition.
Our interviews and auditions are conducted in a relaxed and supportive manner. They are as much about you assessing us and making sure BIMM Institute is the right place for you to study. The audition or interview also gives you another opportunity to learn more about the course you have applied for.
Step 2: Personal statement
Part of your UCAS application is writing a personal statement. This gives us an insight into your ambitions, skills and previous experience, as well as giving you a chance to show your passion for your preferred path. For information on how to write a personal statement, check out our essential documents.
Step 3: Auditions, interviews And portfolio submissions
Depending on which course you choose, you may need to attend an audition, interview or submit a portfolio of work as part of your application.
We have plenty of handy resources online to help you prepare for your audition or interview. The BIMM Admissions Department will also send you preparation guidelines, which will be specifically for the course you have applied for.
Undergraduate courses requiring an audition*:
- Performance (Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals and Keyboards)
- Songwriting
*Your audition can be completed in person, by demo submission or via Zoom.
Non-performance undergraduate courses requiring an interview:
- Music Business
- Event Management
- Music Marketing, Media and Communication
Undergraduate courses requiring a portfolio interview:
- Music and Sound Production
- Electronic Music Production
Step 4: Offers
If your UCAS application is successful, you’ll either be made a ‘conditional’ or ‘unconditional’ offer.
- ‘Conditional’ offer means that your place is pending until we receive any further information required, such as exam results and certificates.
- ‘Unconditional’ offer means that you have met the entry criteria for the course.
Step 5: Confirm your place
Confirmation of your place will be made through ‘Hub’ on www.ucas.com. It’s then up to you to confirm your place. Once you have accepted the offer, the BIMM Admissions Team will be in touch with further guidance and information where applicable.
Our Admissions Team is available to help with any queries you may have about applying to BIMM.
Please don’t hesitate to contact us by calling 08442 646 666, emailing [email protected] or filling in the Application Enquiry web form.
We’ve put together some handy guides to help you with your application, view BIMM’s UCAS Application Guides.
Any questions?
If you require any further assistance, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
Applying to study a further education course at BIMM Institute in the UK
Follow our simple step-by-step guide below to making an application.
If you are not yet sure what the best course is for you, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
Good luck. We can’t wait for you to start your career in music.
Step 1: Apply
You can apply to join us for a further education course by calling our Admissions Team directly on 08442 646 666 to request an audition. Alternatively, you can complete the Application Enquiry form on our website. A member of our team will then contact you to arrange an audition.
Step 2: Audition
Once we have booked your audition, you will be sent a confirmation email detailing the date, time and location of your audition. Guidelines will also be included, outlining what you will need to prepare.
On the day of your audition, your assessor will let you know if you have been recommended to study one of our diploma courses and provide you with valuable feedback and tips on how to further develop your skills. They will then send this information to the Admissions Team who will process your offer.
Step 3: Offer
The Admissions Team will send you an offer pack and contract. This will be Conditional until you are able to prove that you have achieved the GCSE/Level 2 entry requirements.
We will be able to amend your offer to Unconditional once you have sent us copies of your GCSE certificates and we have verified that you meet the academic entry requirements.
Full details on further educations entry requirements can be found here.
Step 4: Acceptance
If you wish to accept your place, you will need to respond to your contract offer. If you are interested in studying the MA Teaching & Learning in the Creative Industries, you will be required to complete a DBS check upon acceptance of your place. This can be arranged directly with BIMM Institute.
Any questions?
If you require any further assistance, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
Applying to study a postgraduate course at BIMM Institute in the UK
Follow our simple step-by-step guide below to making an application.
If you are not yet sure what the best course is for you, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
Good luck. We can’t wait for you to start your career in music.
Step 1: Start Your Application
You can apply directly to BIMM Institute by creating an applicant account and submitting an online application form:
Step 2: Interview
Once we have received your completed application form, we will be in touch to arrange your interview with a Course Leader. This can be in person or via phone/Skype subject to availability.
You will be sent a confirmation email with the date, time and location as well as some guidelines on what to prepare. If you have any concerns regarding your interview or require assistance with preparation, please contact the Admissions Team.
If you are attending your audition in person, the Course Leader will let you know if you have been recommended to study and provide you with valuable feedback and tips on how to further develop your skills. In some circumstances, your application may need to be reviewed by a specialist in the department before a final decision can be made.
All information will then be sent to the Admissions Team.
Step 3: Offer
The Admissions Team will send you an offer pack and contract. All offers will be Conditional until you are able to prove that you have achieved the entry requirements for the course.
We will be able to amend your offer to Unconditional once you have sent us copies/clear photographs of your certificates and we have verified that you meet the academic entry requirements.
Step 4: Acceptance
In order to accept your offer, you will need to sign and return the contract within 28 days of receipt. Please return this to [email protected].
Once you have confirmed your place, our finance department will be in touch during the summer months to confirm your method of payment for the course. You will then receive information regarding enrolment.
Any questions?
If you require any further assistance, please contact our Admissions Team on 0344 2 646 666 or email [email protected].
