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PROSPECTUS
2019/20
YOUR
MUSIC
CAREER
STARTS
HERE
BIMM.IE/DUBLIN
LONDON BERLIN HAMBURG DUBLIN BIRMINGHAM MANCHESTER BRISTOL BRIGHTON
DEAR APPLICANT,
I began my career in music as the bass the location of the first BIMM college outside
player with Dublin punk/pop band Puppy the UK was based on the rich tradition
Love Bomb, signed to Rough Trade Records. of music and arts that’s always existed in
We did as most bands do – we toured, we Ireland and is still thriving today – this was
recorded, we toured, we recorded. It was a something I wanted to be a part of.
lot of fun and I got to meet people I never
imagined I would. When BIMM Institute Dublin opened in
September 2011, I took up the position of
Moving on from the band, my first instinct Music Business tutor, and as the college
was to gather experience in other areas of expanded it led to my appointment as Head
the industry in order to gain a more holistic of Department for Music Business Studies.
view, so I worked at the independent label In 2013, I moved into senior management,
THE SECRET TO SUCCESS Lakota Records on successful campaigns for holding the positions of Head of Events and
IS NO SECRET
JJ72. While working there I discovered the Guests, then College Manager, before being
Dublin indie pop band The Thrills and began appointed as BIMM Institute Dublin College
to manage them. From there I established my Principal in 2014.
company, Bareknuckle Management, and acts
I’ve managed have won awards, toured with Throughout my time at BIMM, I’ve been
some of the biggest bands in the world and lucky to see how the college has become
appeared on top US and UK music the unique, genuine creative hub we always
If you want to make it You’ll cross paths with TV programmes. hoped it would. I’m proud to see that the
in music, you’ve got to more guest tutors; some focus we put on creativity and artistry
get connected, and at of the most successful In 2009 I helped set up the Music Managers is paying off, and students are creating
Forum Ireland and became founding wonderful work through performance and
BIMM we get you better and influential people
Chairman. The group organises training composition. One of the other areas in which
connected than in the industry. programmes and acts as a lobbying body on we place a major focus is the ‘business’ of
anybody else. behalf of the artist management sector. the music business. We feel it is vital that we
It was then that I was introduced to BIMM instil a sense of enterprise in our students
And you’ll be involved
and I assisted in the set-up of the college because they are the new music industry, or
You’ll mix with more in one of the most here in Ireland. The decision for Dublin to be in other words, they’re not just joining the
of the finest aspiring vibrant music scenes music industry –they’re creating a new one.
musicians in Europe, on the planet, because It’s a privilege to play my part in that and to
witness first hand so many of our students
and the largest alumni all of our colleges are in
launching successful careers in the music and
network in the industry. the cities where music creative industries.
matters most.
You’ll be introduced to
more world-class tutors, If you want to get into
every one of them active the music industry,
within the contemporary get into BIMM.
ALAN CULLIVAN
music business.
COLLEGE PRINCIPAL - BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN
WELCOME 3
YOUR MUSIC CAREER
STARTS HERE
AB UT BIMM
5 ABOUT BIMM
6 DUBLIN – THE PLACE TO STUDY
8 LIFE AT BIMM
10 MASTERCLASSES
12 ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY
16 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
18 STUDENT ENRICHMENT
20 STUDENT SUCCESS
24 TUTORS AS EUROPE’S LEADING PROVIDER OF MUSIC EDUCATION, BIMM HAS SPENT 35 YEARS
TURNING RAW RECRUITS INTO INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS. GET INSPIRED, CREATIVE
29 COURSES
AND BUSINESS-READY IN A PASSIONATE COMMUNITY WHERE MUSIC IS KING…
44 STUDENT SUPPORT
46 HOW TO APPLY
Music is booming. With the global industry Dublin or Hamburg, you’ll dive into a
49 FEES, FINANCE AND SCHOLARSHIPS worth an annual $50bn, there’s never been community of like-minded music-lovers
a better time to seize the growing career from every genre, and make connections
50 EDUCATION PARTNERS
opportunities out there. BIMM puts it all at with the industry decision-makers on your
51 ACCOMMODATION your fingertips. For 35 years, we’ve sparked doorstep. Harness BIMM’s state-of-the-
the creativity and sharpened the skill-sets of art facilities. Tap into contacts that range
53 OPEN DAYS AND COLLEGE TOURS our students, helping them achieve dream from leading labels to renowned studios
54 CONTACT INFORMATION roles at the top of the industry. BIMM’s and major festivals. Collaborate with fellow
success-rate says it all. We’ve kick-started students as you gig, learn and build a
the careers of household names like George bespoke CV. There’s no better place to get
Ezra, James Bay, The Kooks, Tom Odell, industry-ready.
Radiohead, Black Honey, Fickle Friends
and Ella Mai – not to mention countless top Every BIMM college offers fully accredited
songwriters, musicians, agents, producers, courses, with modules led by our dedicated
journalists, business professionals and teams of expert tutors. All active players
major-label managers. in their fields – boasting credits with the
world’s biggest artists, labels, publications
Anywhere you find a dynamic music city, and music businesses – they have the
you’ll find a BIMM college. Whether you passion and hard-won knowledge to drive
choose to study in London, Brighton, your career forward.
Birmingham, Bristol, Berlin, Manchester,
4 CONTENTS ABOUT BIMM 5
THE
DUBLIN PLACE MUSIC IS AT DUBLIN’S VERY
CORE. EVERY NIGHT OF THE
TO STUDY
WEEK YOU’LL HEAR THE
SOUND OF LIVE MUSIC PULSING
ACROSS THE CITY, WHETHER
IT’S INTERNATIONAL ACTS
AT THE 3ARENA AND THE
ACADEMY, OR LOCAL BANDS,
DJS AND ARTISTS – SOME OF
THEM FROM BIMM – ON STAGE
AT ONE OF DUBLIN’S HUNDREDS
OF LEGENDARY VENUES, BARS,
PUBS AND CLUBS.
Dublin is music. It’s a vital, living part
of the city’s identity with music venues
on every corner, from iconic arenas
to atmospheric bars. A stroll around
Dublin is like a musical history tour.
From the musical hub of Wexford
Street to The Workman’s Club –
venues run by music fans for music
fans – the soundtrack to Dublin is as
varied as it comes: trad to electro-
pop, folk to rock, pop to rockabilly, all
blaring out from pubs and bars. Just
follow your ears.
Throughout the year the city is
buzzing with world-renowned
festivals, including Longitude, Hard
Working Class Heroes and Forbidden WHELAN’S
Fruit, bringing together musicians and From Jeff Buckley to Arctic Monkeys, for
making it a magnet for creative people decades the world’s biggest acts have been
from all over the world. Outside of playing at this eclectic, legendary pub in
the thriving music scene, you’ll never the heart of the city. It’s a Dublin institution,
be short of things to do in Dublin. summing up the city’s attitude to music:
Explore the city’s teeming nightlife, they love it live and they love it diverse, with
relax in the cosy cafe’s, bars, parks and separate gigs often happening on different
restaurants, and immerse yourself in floors at the same time. BIMM Dublin gigs are
the country’s history and culture in the regularly held at Whelan’s and many BIMM
city’s many museums and galleries. Dublin students perform here with their
own bands.
6 DUBLIN - THE PLACE TO STUDY DUBLIN - THE PLACE TO STUDY 7
NO TWO DAYS ARE THE SAME AT BIMM. GIGS
LIFE
FROM TRACKING AT TOP RECORDING Live music is a vital part of the modern
STUDIOS TO PLAYING MAJOR FESTIVALS, industry, so don’t expect your life at BIMM to
YOUR COURSE WILL TAKE YOU FAR be spent snoozing in a classroom. Instead,
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM, GIVING your course will take you to the heart of
YOU THE EXPERIENCE AND INDUSTRY the city’s local scene, where you’ll sharpen
CONNECTIONS YOU NEED FOR A FLYING your live chops and business acumen as
START INTO YOUR CAREER. you play, stage and promote regular gigs.
You’ll also help to run BIMM’s end-of-term
AT
GUESTS AND MASTERCLASSES gigs, showcasing our musicians, bands and
At BIMM, you’ll learn from the best. Hosted songwriters at events across the city.
by the industry’s biggest artists and
most respected professionals, our regular
masterclasses are a great opportunity to
pick up insider knowledge and fill your
contacts book, as you network with A-list
BIMM
musicians, songwriters, label executives,
A&Rs and booking agents. Previous guests
include: Royal Blood, Tony Iommi, Josh
Homme, John Grant, Hozier, John Grant, KT
Tunstall, Chuck D (Public Enemy), Imelda
May, Graham Coxon (Blur), Keane, Stephen
Street (Producer: Blur, The Smiths), Nile
Rodgers (Chic, Daft Punk), Michael Eavis
(Glastonbury), Lawson, Ben Thompson
(Two Door Cinema Club) and BIMM patron
ONLY BIMM GIVES YOU THE SKILLS, Roger Daltrey CBE (The Who).
EXPERIENCE AND INDUSTRY CONTACTS TO “
BREAK INTO YOUR CHOSEN FIELD. WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES
Every BIMM college has the cutting- “I FELT I FINALLY FITTED
edge facilities you need to get creative. IN THERE. YOU COULD DO
We spare no expense to provide live YOUR OWN THING AND
performance spaces, professional studios, THAT’S WHAT WE
LUKE PRITCHARD, THEDID.”
KOOKS
Mac labs and practice spaces (onsite BIMM GRADUATE
and across town). We insist on high-end LUKE PRITCHARD, THE KOOKS
musical, recording, production and IT gear BIMM GRADUATE
from industry-standard brands like Orange
and Zildjian. And with our expert tutors on-
hand to assist, there’ll be no stopping you.
8 LIFE AT BIMM LIFE AT BIMM 9
MASTERCLASSES
WE’VE GOT THE MUSIC INDUSTRY’S BIGGEST NAMES ON SPEED-DIAL AND
THE PULLING POWER TO GET THEM IN FRONT OF YOU AT OUR LEGENDARY
MASTERCLASSES. YOU’LL LEARN INDUSTRY INSIGHTS AND THE PATH TO
GRAHAM COXON
SUCCESS FROM THE PERFORMERS, PRODUCERS AND PROFESSIONALS WHO
HAVE MADE IT TO THE BIG TIME.
BLUR
OUR PREVIOUS GUESTS INCLUDE…
CHUCK D NILE
PUBLIC ENEMY RODGERS
CHIC
ROYAL
PEACHES
BLOOD
LIANNE JOSH
LA HAVAS HOMME
QUEENS OF THE STONE AGE
10 MASTERCLASSES MASTERCLASSES 11
INDUSTRY
INSIGHT
Understanding how the music business
works is vital to getting your foot in the
door. As a BIMM student, you’ll benefit
from our wide-ranging contacts, helping
you build up a complete picture of the
industry and get in with the decision-
makers. Regular masterclasses, artist
ENHANCING
development sessions and an ongoing
programme of industry partner events
will all arm you with the knowledge you
EMPLOYABILITY
need to thrive, whether you’re networking
at exclusive music events or making your
mark during an internship at the world’s
biggest record labels.
LIVE
EXPERIENCE
At BIMM, we’re dedicated to giving sectors that inspire you, then tap into
you the skills, experience, contacts and BIMM’s unrivalled contacts book to put Head-turning performance is a vital
86%
confidence to let you thrive in the modern everything you’ve learnt into practice. factor for success in the modern
music industry. And with 86% of BIMM Of course, a music career doesn’t have industry. BIMM will help you take
alumni in employment six months after to mean live performance, so our varied command of the stage, both in your
graduation – and 83% of those working range of music courses are matched by Live Performance Workshop tutorials
of graduates are in work,
in the international music and creative our connections across every sector, with and when honing your craft in front of
6 months after graduation*
industries – our track-record speaks work experience placements that include real audiences made up of peers, fans
for itself. iconic record labels, magazines, festivals, and industry influencers.
music companies – and beyond.
Study at BIMM and you can expect a Whatever your discipline, you’ll find
forward-thinking degree course that Better still, because all of BIMM’s degree yourself at the heart of local live
adapts to your evolving career plans. courses link up with the wider music CAREER events – from BIMM-run gigs and A&R
Supported by our expert tutors, you’ll industry – and run alongside extra-
HUBS showcases to collaborations with fellow
master all the real-world skills that curricular modules in related skills from students from across the vibrant college
What happens next? It’s the all-important
employers demand, zone in on the video production to entrepreneurship community – and sharpen your business
question that will never be far from your
– you’ll build a watertight knowledge of acumen in the process.
mind during your BIMM degree – and with
the business that will help you pursue the
more careers specialists on-hand than
avenue of your choice. We’ll even open
any other music college, we’re equipped
82%
your eyes to the possibilities you hadn’t
to provide all the tailored guidance you
88%
considered – and give the skills to explore
need to kick-start a successful career.
them. It’s this mix of academic learning,
Of course, all of our BIMM courses are
practical industry savvy and enviable
carefully structured to cover the wider
of BIMM alumni are employed in business connections that makes BIMM
skills that employers expect. But they’re
professional/graduate jobs* graduates more employable, ready to of students find work through a
complemented by the dedicated Career
burst onto the job market with an edge network established whilst at BIMM*
Hubs at every BIMM college – and a
on the competition.
specialist team who are ready to assist
with everything from polishing your CV
to nailing down your business plan and * 2017/18 Graduate Survey
arranging work experience placements.
12 ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY 13
WORK
EXPERIENCE
There’s a time and place for theory –
but it’s the hands-on in class industry
experience we’re able to give our
students that makes BIMM degrees stand
head-and-shoulders above other
music educators.
After all, the best way to understand
and prepare for a career in your chosen
industry is to dive into the programme, INDUSTRY
picking up first-hand insider insights,
EXPERTS
bolstering your CV and making early
connections with music sector’s Every BIMM college boasts a dedicated
big players. team of respected music professionals,
whose active role in the business means
And only BIMM is able to secure the you’ll get up-to-the minute wisdom and
opportunities you’ll never see advertised, the secrets of what really makes the
with an unrivalled contacts book that industry tick. Perhaps you’ll be taught
unlocks the door to leading record labels, to pen hooks by a top songwriter-to-
festivals, music companies, magazines – the-stars. Shown how to mix by the
and more. producer of your favourite albums. Or
take a guest masterclass from legends
We’re proud to be partnered with major like Royal Blood, Tony Iommi and
festivals including Glastonbury, The Great Chuck D.
Escape, Reeperbahn and 2000trees,
where we’ve put our performance Alongside their inside-track knowledge
students on the stage and others into and energetic teaching, BIMM tutors
roles handling everything from technical come with bulging contact books that
production to artist liaison. can unlock fantasy career opportunities:
just ask the 1200-plus students from
We’ve offered our Music Business our 2017 cohort, who had the chance to
students invaluable experience at leading showcase their abilities in front of major
PR agencies like LD Communications, record labels including Virgin and EMI.
given our Music Journalism students
hands-on experience at publications
like DIY Magazine, and thrown our
83%
Event Management students into top
promotions companies like Melting Vinyl.
There’s no door that BIMM can’t open.
of BIMM graduates in work
are actively working in the
Music & Creative Industries
6 months after graduation*
14 ENHANCING EMPLOYABILITY
MEET OUR STUDENTS
ACADEMIC
EXCELLENCE
BIMM DEGREE PROGRAMMES IN DUBLIN ARE VALIDATED BY THE ESTEEMED
DUBLIN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (DIT) – ONE OF THE LARGEST HIGHER
EDUCATION INSTITUTIONS IN IRELAND
Ranked in Times Higher Education’s top you’ll have access to a range of exciting
100 global universities under 50 years networking events, careers opportunities,
old in 2016, DIT has a long history of social activities, news and reunions.
academic success. Its alumni include When combined with the hugely
many of Ireland’s leading writers, artists, proactive BIMM Alumni Network, you’ll
politicians and business leaders as well as have an amazing level of support and
many international figures successful in arts, assistance at your disposal, helping you to
architecture and business. secure the successful and sustainable career
in the music industry that you’re
When you graduate from BIMM the searching for.
NIAMH MCGOLDRICK
BA(Hons) in Commercial Modern Music,
BA (HONS) VOCALS
you’ll receive a highly sought-after degree
“The tutors are so passionate and
from the internationally renowned DIT, which
everyone is really rooting for you because
will look great on your CV and will be an
we’re all in the same boat. You can
impressive addition when applying for jobs.
definitely succeed in the music industry
You’ll also instantly become part of the
without BIMM, but coming from a small
DIT Graduate Network – a group of over
town, it makes getting started on your
90,000 former students – and through this
career a lot less overwhelming.”
16 ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE MEET
ACADEMIC QUALITY 17
OUR STUDENTS
MEET OUR STUDENTS
STUDENT
ENRICHMENT
WITH BIMM’S PROGRAMME OF EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES RANGING FROM
FOOTBALL TO PHOTOSHOP, IT’S EASY TO BROADEN YOUR HORIZONS AND BOOST
YOUR CV…
At BIMM, one size doesn’t fit all. Beyond your ‘The Collective’, which caters for students
core degree, we’re proud to compete against whose interests land firmly in the Grime, R’n’B
Europe’s best universities with our growing and Dance music categories. With a focus
programme of extra-curricular activities, all on events, artist management, marketing
designed to help you build new friendships, and A&R workshops, its main purpose is to
develop complementary skills, boost your CV promote and produce rising talent across the
– or simply blow off steam between studies. urban music spectrum.
Whichever college you choose, there’s BIMM Institute Dublin’s student led newspaper,
always something happening at BIMM. Not The Manuscript, launched a successful weekly
all our student pursuits are linked to your event in one of Dublin’s most prestigious
course – you’ll find everything from sociable music venues, Whelan’s. The Midnight Hour
quiz nights to a good-natured five-a-side Sessions hosts BIMM acts of all genres and
football league, plus countless one-off styles in a venue the very heart of Dublin’s
clubs and societies. But make no mistake: a music scene. Performing at these sessions
proven factor in the standout employability allows students to gain valuable experience
of BIMM graduates are the extra-curricular in performing outside of the
opportunities we offer in music-related fields. college environment.
You’ll have so much fun, you won’t realise how
much you’re learning. Look beyond your core modules and you’ll GEMMA BRADLEY
find a thousand ways to get a head-start in BA (HONS) SONGWRITING
Perhaps you’ll choose to get involved with your chosen industry. As a Music Journalism
the famous BIMM Album, which showcases student, you could interview headline bands “I love the hustle and bustle of city
the best songs from your college each year, for the BIMM magazine and website. As an life, there’s always something going
and lets you collaborate with fellow students Events Management student, you could drill on somewhere. Its rather exciting and
in a high-end studio. Maybe you’ll build your into our contacts and find yourself shadowing a whole lot different to the small rural
live confidence with our Lamplight Sessions a major tour. town I’m from in Derry! I think there’s
and jam nights. You could throw yourself into a great music scene down here and
staging local gigs, gaining on-the-ground Whatever your discipline, be sure to diversify there’s loads of opportunities and
experience of working with artists, venues and your skill-set with our five-week, mid-term platforms to showcase your music; also
promoters. Or offer your services to the BIMM BIMM Extra mini modules, choosing from areas there are lots of new and upcoming
record label, where you’ll juggle a real budget as diverse as Music Production, Photoshop artists that are just crazy good!.”
and drive your roster all the way to the top. and Video Editing, Mindfulness, Essay Writing
Need proof? How about BIMM London’s Skills, Entrepreneurship – and more.
18 STUDENT ENRICHMENT MEET OUR STUDENTS 19Originally studying vocals at BIMM Brighton,
Natasha re-focussed her efforts on the live
music sector by creating her own independent
STUDENT SUCCESS
booking agency. After earning a reputation as an
agent with genuine passion for music, she was
headhunted by the Coda Music Agency in 2013,
where she currently holds the position of Vice
A BIMM DEGREE ISN’T ABOUT GIVING YOU A SCROLL AND A HANDSHAKE. WE President. Most recently, she was nominated in
PREPARE OUR STUDENTS FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, NATASHA BENT Music Week’s ‘Women in Music Roll of Honour’.
WITH 83% OF EMPLOYED BIMM GRADUATES ACTIVELY WORKING IN THE MUSIC CODA AGENCY
AND CREATIVE INDUSTRIES.
HERE’S SOME STUDENTS WHO HAVE GONE FROM THE CAMPUS TO THE WORLD
STAGE – WITH MORE TO BE FOUND AT WWW.BIMM.IE/STORIES
SIMON DAVIS THE KOOKS ZARA MCFARLANE
Having originally studied a Multi-million-selling Since graduating from BIMM
BA (Hons) in Professional indiepoppers The Kooks London, jazz singer Zara
Musicianship in Brighton, began as students at BIMM, has been signed to DJ Gilles
IZZY BIZU forming as a band in Brighton Peterson’s Brownswood
Simon has since moved
into the competitive in 2002. Their 2006 debut Recordings, released two
Izzy studied a Diploma in
world of computer game album ‘Inside In/Inside Out’ albums to rave reviews in the
Vocals at BIMM London,
programming, and has found is certified as four-times media, and has toured the
graduating in 2012, and
great success in Singapore platinum in the UK, and its world; including performing
wasted no time in getting her
as the founder and CEO follow-up, 2008’s ‘Konk’, went all over the US and gigging at
music career up and running.
of Mighty Bear Games. In straight into the domestic an exciting array of European
In 2013 she won the ILUVLIVE
2017, the company acquired chart at No. 1, with album summer festivals. She’s also
Open Mic competition in
over $1 million from outside number three, ‘Junk Of The won a plethora of awards and
JAMES BAY front of a crowd which
Heart’ going Top 10 in 2011. honours, including The Art
investors Global Founders
included Emeli Sandé and
Capital, Skycatcher and The band is BRIT Award Desk’s ‘Album of the Year’,
The rise of BIMM Brighton singer-songwriter and guitarist Naughty Boy. Since then she’s
RocketInternet. Simon nominated and won in the ‘Best Jazz Act’ at the 2014
James has been meteoric. In 2015, he won the BRITs ‘Critics’ supported Sam Smith on his
remembers his student days category of ‘Best UK & Ireland MOBO Awards and ‘Vocalist
Choice Award’ and placed second in the ‘BBC Sound Of’ list. UK tour, opened for Jamie
very well and claims he Act’ at the MTV Europe of the Year’ at the 2015 Jazz
His single ‘Hold Back The River’ peaked at No. 2, hitting the Cullum at The Roundhouse,
wouldn’t have formed such Awards in 2006. FM Awards.
top spot in Ireland, while ‘Let It Go’ charted in the UK Top played Glastonbury twice,
a keen business mind if it
10. His debut album ‘Chaos and the Calm’ went to No. 1 in the signed a worldwide recording
weren’t for his time spent
UK, and was the fifth biggest artist album of 2015. contract with Epic Records,
studying at BIMM.
and performed two tracks on
‘Later… With Jools Holland’.
20 STUDENT SUCCESS STUDENT SUCCESS 21CHARLIE MCCLEAN
BIFFCO SONGWRITING
Biffco is the songwriting team behind hits
for Ellie Goulding, Kylie Minogue, the Spice
Girls, Little Mix and many more – and BIMM
graduate Charlie is an essential part of its
creative processes, working as assistant
producer alongside the company’s founder,
Richard ‘Biff’ Stannard. With considerable
writing and backing vocalist experience
behind her, Charlie is rapidly developing her
FICKLE FRIENDS talents as an engineer, working with the likes
of One Direction and Susan Boyle.
GEORGE EZRA After graduation, Natti, Sam, Harry, Chris
and Jack received praise from the UK’s
music blogging community, before Zane
George joined BIMM Bristol in 2011 to study Lowe picked their song ‘For You’ as his
Songwriting – and was signed to Columbia ‘Track of the Week’. Shows at The Great
Records less than a year later. His debut Escape and Berlin Music Week followed, plus
single ‘Budapest’ reached No. 3 in the UK and German tours, buzz on US music
charts, attaining Platinum status. His debut trade bible Billboard, support slots for The
album ‘Wanted On Voyage’ hit No. 1, selling Ting Tings, and recording sessions at Abbey
over one million copies in the UK alone, Road studios.
and was the UK’s third biggest-selling
album of 2014.
JORDAN JOSHUA BEN THOMPSON
TWO DOOR
WHITMORE LEDGER CINEMA CLUB
Having completed a BA After gaining a Music Business As live drummer for Two
(Hons) in Professional degree, Josh found work Door Cinema Club, BIMM
Musicianship at BIMM at the Free Trade Agency, graduate Ben has toured
in 2010, Jordan became an international booking the globe several times,
a member of the agent with an amazing performed at a multitude of
Atlantic Records A&R roster of artists including domestic and international
department. The label The National, Father John festivals and made numerous
COCO LEAMAN
TOM ODELL is home to high-profile Misty, St. Vincent, The War television appearances. A
Coco completed a Music Business degree acts such as Ed Sheeran, On Drugs and Sleater-Kinney. musician endorsed by Vic
at BIMM Brighton in 2016. Soon afterward, Bruno Mars, Jason Mraz, Josh’s role at Free Trade is Firth and Zildjian, Ben’s
she started an internship with Kerry Missy Elliott and Plan B. central to the wider range of abilities are well honed, and
BIMM Brighton Songwriting graduate Tom
Gordy Enterprises based in L.A, where she Jordan also works for the music industry, working he continues to be a pivotal
signed to Columbia Records and in 2013
continues working today. KGE clients are Brighton-based music closely alongside promoters part of Two Door Cinema
was nominated in the ‘BBC Sound Of’ poll.
some of the biggest musicians in the world supervision company The (both regionally in the UK Club’s success.
He won the ‘Critics’ Choice Award’ at The
including Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Sound Works. and internationally) as well
BRITs, played Glastonbury Festival and his
Rockwell, Berry Gordy and Lionel Richie. As as artists’ wider teams which
debut album ‘Long Way Down’ went to No.
an ambassador for the company, Coco has includes management, record
1. His rise continued into 2014, with two
attended various industry events such as labels and their PR teams.
BRIT Award nominations and a win as the
CAA, Fox Rothschild, Spotify and Nielsen,
Ivor Novello ‘Songwriter of the Year’.
Interscope Records, a Hollywood Walk of
For more success stories, visit www.bimm.ie/stories
Fame ceremony and movie screenings.
22 STUDENT SUCCESS STUDENT SUCCESS 23MEET YOUR TUTORS
EUROPE’S BEST CONNECTED RAY BOYLE
HEAD OF GUITAR
BIMM DUBLIN’S TUTORS ARE SOME OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE Ray began his career in the 90s as lead guitarist
IN THE MODERN MUSIC BUSINESS. and songwriter in the band The Ultra Montanes,
signing to Sony indie label Lakota and releasing
an album and several singles. He later studied
classical guitar, completing his Recital Diploma at
Trinity College of Music London and his Licentiate
BIMM Dublin’s tutors have been there and in Classical Guitar Recital. Ray has collaborated
done that. Not only are they experts in and played with a broad range of artists, including
education, they’re experienced performers, Babyshambles, Suede and the virtuoso violinist
songwriters and music industry professionals Cora Venus Lunny. He’s been musical composer
who combine their teaching with an active and arranger for theatre productions, and has
role in the business. Instead of dusty, scored several animated shorts and projects for
outdated dogma, you’ll get the inside-track, the Dublin Fringe Festival. Drawing on his wide-
the practical secrets you won’t find in any ranging knowledge of styles and techniques, Ray’s
textbook and the up-to-the minute wisdom been a guitar tutor since 2006.
that you’ll need for a flying start in a fast-
moving business.
With years of experience in the music industry,
our tutors have achieved a lot. They’ve toured OLLIE COLE
the world, scored multi-platinum hit records, JOHNNY BOYLE HEAD OF SONGWRITING
interviewed global superstars, organised HEAD OF DRUMS
major music festivals and collaborated with Ollie is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist
some of the world’s most incredible acts Johnny has been playing drums since and songwriter who began playing
including Oasis, Prince, The Rolling Stones, the age of 12 and joined his first band and writing at the age of six. Having
Beyoncé and Sir Paul McCartney. when he was just 14. Since then, he’s had some success with his first band
played, recorded and toured with Swampshack, he formed the three-piece
At BIMM, you’ll have direct access to their many notable artists, including Andy rock band, Turn. Ollie was Turn’s singer,
in demand insider knowledge and you’ll White, The Frames, Marianne Faithful, songwriter and main guitarist, and they
graduate prepared and connected for a Pugwash, LiR, The Duckworth Lewis soon signed to Infectious Records in
successful and sustainable career in the music Method, Mundy, Damien Rice, Neil London. They released three Irish Top
industry. Hannon, Finbar Furey and Don Baker. 10 albums, played sell-out gigs at Vicar
Over the course of his career, Johnny Street and Oxegen festival, and were
See who your tutors are and what they’ve has made television appearances with nominated for Ireland’s coveted ‘Choice
been up to, and we guarantee you’ll be Elton John, Ronan Keating, Westlife, Music Award’ in 2005. Ollie left the band
impressed! Atomic Kitten, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and in 2006 to work on his solo album, which
Shayne Ward. He’s also played on many was given 5 stars by The Irish Times. He
movie soundtracks, including those for continues to progress his career as both
‘I Went Down’ and ‘Once’. a songwriter and solo artist.
24 TUTORS TUTORS 25JAMES BYRNE
HEAD OF MUSIC BUSINESS
PAUL MOORE
HEAD OF BASS
James owns and runs Any Other
Paul has been playing electric bass since City, an independent label, creative
the age of 14 and upright bass from consulting and management
16. He’s recorded with Mary Coughlan, company based in Dublin. It has
Declan O’Rourke, Juliet Turner, Katie released records by James Vincent
Melua, The Chieftains, Colm Wilkinson, McMorrow, Villagers and Girl
Donal Lunny, Ronnie Drew and Mark Band, has consulted for various
MARK GREANEY Knopfler, and worked exclusively with international Publishing and
HEAD OF EDUCATION Riverdance for four years between 1998 Recording companies, and manages
and 2001, holding the role of Musical
new Irish artists Pillow Queens, Maria
Mark formed JJ72 in 1996 and was lead singer, songwriter, Director. Paul has also performed live
Kelly and Girl Band. As a musician,
guitarist and manager. Signed to Sony Records while still at with Andrew Strong, Frances Black,
James performs as a recording
school, their first album went Top 20 in the UK and Top 10 Jimmy MacCarthy, Paul Brady, Alex
Chilton, Rita Coolidge, Moving Hearts, and touring member for Mercury-
in Ireland, and achieved four Top 40 UK hit singles. JJ72’s nominated and Choice-prize-winning
Solomon Burke and Van Morrison. He’s
second album recorded with Flood (Depeche Mode, U2, Irish songwriter SOAK. James has
recorded movie soundtracks and has
Smashing Pumpkins, PJ Harvey) also went Top 20 in the a wealth of experience within the
performed in numerous musicals. Paul
UK and Top 10 in Ireland, scoring two Top 40 UK singles. has broad teaching experience, having independent music sector which
They also played all the major festivals and toured with taught Bass and Musicianship with The gives him a unique perspective on
U2, Coldplay and Muse. Since JJ72, Mark has toured with Making Music Workshop based in the the skills and knowledge required to
Smashing Pumpkins and Snow Patrol. North of Ireland, and has performed survive within the modern
Bass Masterclasses on many occasions.
music industry.
KARL BREEN
HEAD OF MUSIC THEORY
SHELLEY BUKSPAN HEAD OF VOCALS
Karl has been an in-demand session guitarist for the
past 20 years, and in that time has recorded, gigged
An American/Israeli singer, songwriter and performer,
and toured with many acclaimed international artists,
Shelley has been part of the Irish music scene since 1986.
including Sinead O’Connor, Clannad, Gavin Friday,
As a front woman and solo artist, she’s performed at many
Brian Kennedy, Lesley Garrett, The Irish Tenors and
events and festivals, including CMJ New York and the
Briana Corrigan (The Beautiful South), among others.
Montreux Jazz Festival, among others.
His TV work has seen him perform as a backing
She’s also appeared on TV and radio shows both in Ireland
musician with Elton John, Westlife, Olly Murs,
and abroad, such as sessions for the BBC, with the RTE
Sugababes, Enrique Iglesias, Katie Melua, LeAnn
Orchestra and many more.
Rimes, Natasha Bedingfield, Rodney Crowell, Andrea
Corr, Steve Earle, Deacon Blue, Cliff Richard, Russell
Watson, Sharon Shannon and Andrea Bocelli. For a full list of tutors, visit www.bimm.ie/tutors
26 TUTORS TUTORS 27MEET OUR STUDENTS
COURSES
DUBLIN
HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES
30 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC
(GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS AND VOCALS)
34 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC
(SONGWRITING)
39 CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP
(GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS
AND SONGWRITING)
DIPLOMA COURSES
40 BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN DIPLOMA IN
MUSIC & AUDIO PRODUCTION
42 BIMM INSTITUTE DUBLIN DIPLOMA IN
MUSIC BUSINESS
CONOR KING
BA (HONS) BASS
“I wanted to be a full time student who
would receive a level 8 degree and
the idea that my tutors would people
who have had success and who are still
working in the industry was a major
reason why I chose the course.
In addition to learning from your course
content, tutorials and masterclasses I
really appreciate the knowledge you
obtain from being around full time
musicians whether it be your tutors,
fellow classmates or anyone in the
common room.”
28 MEET OUR STUDENTS COURSES 29If you’re a musician who wants to gain a also have the opportunity to audition for the
degree-level qualification but also fulfil your BIMM Album and termly BIMM gigs.
creative and commercial potential, then
BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music is the Your course will culminate in either a
right choice to help turn your passion for Professional Project utilising academic research
music into a career. skills or an Analytical Perspectives dissertation
designed to investigate music through key
This four-year programme aims to develop concepts and theories associated with cultural
your performance skills at the same time as studies; giving you a head start into the
progressing your career goals, using a deadline workplace and enhancing an appreciation
driven project management approach. and understanding of your cultural and social
environment.
BA (HONS) At BIMM Dublin, we understand that live
COMMERCIAL
performance is the key to you becoming a So, what are you waiting for? To make your
great musician, so you’ll spend a lot of time on way as a musician, connect with us, and we’ll
stage to help you develop and find your niche connect you to a life in music.
MODERN MUSIC as a performer.
You’ll also further hone your skills by receiving
PROGRESSION
Graduates can progress directly to
GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS AND VOCALS tuition in techniques, music theory and styles employment in the music industry in roles
across a wide range of genres from pop, punk, such as solo performer, band member, session
CAO CODE: DT506 folk and funk. The degree is both academically musician, backing vocalist or songwriter.
and musically challenging, providing the
perfect balance between practical and MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
technical skills and theory and analysis. The minimum academic requirements are
4 YEARS FULL-TIME
two H5s and four O6s or H7s at Leaving
You’ll be part of a creative community of gifted Cert (formerly two Higher Level C3s and
writers, performers, critical thinkers and music four Ordinary Level D3s). All applicants must
industry professionals who you can collaborate attend an audition at which they can earn
and network with to help bring your talent up to 600 additional points to add to their
to life. Leaving Cert points. Five Distinctions at
FETAC Level 5 will also be deemed to comply
Through a range of optional modules, including with the minimum entry requirements.
Performance in Context, Studio Musicianship,
Session Skills, Commercial Songwriting, Music Equivalent qualifications that will be
Business Studies and Music Teaching Practice, considered from EU applicants can be viewed
you can tailor the degree to fit your own at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents
personal goals.
Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.
Life at BIMM will stretch you as a musician and
performer but will inspire you as a fan, as you
attend unique Masterclasses with some of the
best players and musicians in the world. You’ll
30 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC 31BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music
PERFORMANCE MODULES
YEAR 1 YEAR 2
• Styles 1 • Styles 2
• Techniques 1 • Techniques 2
• Music Business and Study Skills • Applied Music Business and Study Skills
• Artist Development and Entrepreneurship • Essential Development Skills
• Live Performance Workshop • Performativity and Live Music
• Music Theory and Keyboard Skills • Applied Music Theory, Transcription and
Keyboard Skills
YEAR 3 YEAR 4
All students take mandatory and optional All students take the mandatory and
modules in their third year of study. These optional modules in their fourth year of
modules are an example of some of the study. These modules are an example
units that can be studied during Year 3 of of some of the units students could be
the degree programme. All modules for studying during Year 4 of the degree
the academic year beginning in September programme. All modules for the
will be confirmed in writing prior to the academic year beginning in September
commencement of the programme. will be confirmed in writing prior to
commencement of the programme.
• Cultural Perspectives
• Advanced Music Theory and Arrangement Pathway A
• Research Methods • Professional Project (Major)
• Professional Musicianship • Analytical Perspectives (Minor)
Students will select one choice from the Pathway B
following optional modules: • Analytical Perspectives (Major)
• Professional Project (Minor)
• P
erformance in Context
• Digital Marketing in the Music Business Students will select one choice from the
• Studio Musicianship following optional modules:
• Studio Recording
• The Songwriter/Producer • Commercial Songwriting
• Music Publishing • Solo Performance
• Ensemble Performance
• Music Business Studies
• Music Teaching Practice
• Professional Development
• Composition and Analysis
For module descriptions and more
32 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC information, visit www.bimm.ie BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC 33BA (HONS)
COMMERCIAL 4 YEARS FULL-TIME
MODERN MUSIC COURSE MODULES CAO CODE: DT506
(SONGWRITING)
CAO CODE: DT506 YEAR 1 YEAR 2
Teaching Practice, you can tailor the degree to fit
If you’re a songwriter who wants to gain a your own personal goals. • Songwriting Techniques 1 • Songwriting Techniques 2
degree-level qualification, but at the same time • Styles Analysis • Arrangement Analysis
fulfill your creative and commercial potential, You’ll get to attend unique and inspiring • Live Arrangement Workshop • Live Performance Workshop (SW)
then BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music is Masterclasses with some of the best musicians in • Music Theory and Keyboard Skills • Applied Music Business and Study Skills
the right choice to help turn your passion for the world, which will stretch you as a songwriter. • Music Business and Study Skills • Essential Development Skills
music into a career. You’ll also have the opportunity to audition for • Artist Development and Entrepreneurship • Applied Music Theory, Transcription and
the BIMM Album and termly BIMM gigs. Keyboard Skills
At BIMM Dublin, our Songwriting degree is one
of a kind. We have a strong focus on writing Your course will culminate in a Professional
technique, analysis and personal stylistic Project designed to teach academic research YEAR 3 YEAR 4
development. You’ll be encouraged from day skills and give you the opportunity to develop
one to explore your creativity as an artist, where a live industry project of your choice and giving All students take mandatory and optional All students take mandatory and optional
our expert tutors will guide you to deliver career you a head start into the workplace when modules in their third year of study. These modules in their fourth year of study. These
making tunes. you graduate. modules are an example of some of the modules are an example of some of the
units that can be studied during Year 3 of units students could be studying during
Our four-year programme aims to develop So, to make your way as a songwriter, connect the degree programme. Year 4 of the degree programme.
your songwriting skills at the same time with us, and we’ll connect you to a life in music.
as progressing your career goals, using a • Cultural Perspectives Pathway A
deadline-driven project management approach. PROGRESSION • Advanced Music Theory and Arrangement • Professional Project (Major)
The degree is both academically and musically Graduates can progress directly to employment in • Research Methods • Analytical Perspectives (Minor)
challenging, providing the perfect balance the music industry in roles such as solo performer, • Music Publishing • Commercial Songwriting
between practical and technical skills, theory band member, session musician, backing vocalist • The Songwriter/Producer
and analysis. or songwriter. Pathway B
Students will select one option from the • Analytical Perspectives (Major)
To succeed as a great songwriter, a detailed MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS following optional modules: • Professional Project (Minor)
understanding of the music business is essential. The minimum academic requirements are • Commercial Songwriting
We’ll share our knowledge of music publishing, two H5s and four O6s or H7s at Leaving Cert • Performance in Context
contracts and recording technology and will (formerly two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary • Digital Marketing in the Music Business Students will select one option from the
deliver our teaching in-line with the latest trends Level D3s). All applicants must attend an audition • Studio Musicianship following optional modules:
and directions in the evolving music industry. at which they can earn up to 600 additional • Studio Recording
points to add to their Leaving Cert points. Five • Solo Performance
You’ll be part of a creative community of Distinctions at FETAC Level 5 will also be deemed • Ensemble Performance
gifted writers, performers and music industry to comply with the minimum entry requirements. • Music Business Studies
professionals, who you can collaborate and For module descriptions and more • Music Teaching Practice
network with to help bring your talent to life. Equivalent qualifications that will be information, visit www.bimm.ie • Professional Development
considered from EU applicants can be viewed • Composition and Analysis
Through a range of optional modules, including at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents
The Songwriter/Producer, Commercial
Songwriting, Music Business Studies and Music Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.
34 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING 3536 MEET
BA (HONS)
OUR STUDENTS
COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING 37If you’re a musician striving to reach your PROGRESSION
full potential but you can’t commit to a full- Graduates can progress directly to a career in
time programme, then the CPD Diploma in the music industry, or can continue their study
Professional Musicianship can help turn your with BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music in
passion for music into a career. Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals or Songwriting
at BIMM.
This one-year practical and vocational
course is ideal if you want to further your MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
musical abilities on a part-time basis of 4.5 The minimum entry requirement is successful
hours a week. completion of one module at Level 5. This is
equivalent to one O6 (formerly one Ordinary
At BIMM Dublin, we understand that live Level D3) in any subject at Leaving Cert.
performance is the key to you becoming a Applicants must be 17 on 1st January in the
great musician, so you’ll spend a lot of time year of entry. All applicants must also attend an
working on your techniques and styles to audition to determine their eligibility
help you develop and find your niche as a for the course.
CPD DIPLOMA performer. You’ll receive expert guidance from
your highly skilled BIMM tutors, all of whom Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.
PROFESSIONAL have had vast experience in the music industry,
and continue to be a part of the business today.
MUSICIANSHIP You’ll also study music theory and the
fundamental skills required to read and
COURSE MODULES
GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS perform music notation. During your
time on the course you’ll connect with
AND SONGWRITING like-minded fellow musicians for exciting PERFORMANCE SONGWRITING
collaboration projects and will get to plug • Music Styles • Core Music
into unique networking opportunities, such • Instrumental Theory
1 YEAR PART-TIME as Masterclasses with global music industry Techniques • Song Stylistics
professionals. You’ll also have the opportunity • Core Music • Songwriting
to audition for the BIMM Album and the BIMM Theory
end-of-term gigs. All in all, it’s a fantastic part-
time introduction to modern music and the For module descriptions and more
industry that surrounds it. information, visit www.bimm.ie
The course is fully validated by the Dublin
Institute of Technology and successful
completion will gain you 30 ECTS credits. It’s a
great gateway to either taking your first steps
in a music industry career.
So, what are you waiting for? To make your
way as a musician, connect with us, and we’ll
connect you to a life in music.
38 CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP 39DIPLOMA IN
MUSIC AND AUDIO
PRODUCTION
BIMM INSTITUTE DIPLOMA IN MUSIC AND AUDIO PRODUCTION
This BIMM Institute Dublin Diploma will An extensive range of pastoral and career
serve as a fundamental introduction to tutorials, masterclasses and industry
Music and Audio Production, providing workshops will also be available, to ensure
students with the core knowledge, technical that students are fully supported in taking the
and creative skills required for a range of first steps in their Music and Audio career. 1 YEARS FULL-TIME
creative industries. Having completed the
course, students will be equipped for entry PROGRESSION ROUTE
level employment in areas as diverse as Graduates can progress directly to a career
music production, audio engineering, audio in the music industry as a Music Producer or
for games, broadcast, post-production, Audio Engineer.
corporate audio, pro-audio sales and audio Diploma in Music and Audio Production
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
COURSE MODULES
system installation.
This is equivalent to one O6 (formerly one
The programme will be delivered in the Ordinary Level D3) in any subject at Leaving
context of the vibrant and diverse BIMM Cert. Applicants must be 17 on 1st January
Institute Dublin student community, in the year of entry. All applicants must YEAR 1
providing unique opportunities for also attend an interview to determine their
collaborative student learning, as well as eligibility for the course. All students take the following core
direct connectivity to Industry that will modules in their first year of study:
enhance future career prospects. Applications are made directly to BIMM
Dublin, initially via the ‘Apply Now’ form on • Audio Engineering
The facilities at BIMM Institute Dublin have the www.bimm.ie website. Applications open • Mixing
been specifically designed to accommodate on 5th November and close at 5.30pm on 31st • Commercial Production
a course of this nature, with some of the key July each year. and Business Practice
features being a state of the art in-house
recording studio, and Mac labs that will both Mature students are welcomed and must be
feature heavily in your learning experience. 23 on 1st January in the year of application
in order to be classified as such. The primary
As an integral part of the BIMM Institute entry criteria for consideration will be the
Dublin community, Music and Audio interview.
Production students will be given the
opportunity to assist in the regular recording Equivalent qualifications that will be
output of BIMM Institute Dublin performance considered from EU applicants can be viewed
students, while also gaining ‘real world’ at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents
practical experience as stage technicians at
For module descriptions and more information,
auditions and performances in the purpose
visit www.bimm.ie/dublin
built Live rooms.
40 DIPLOMA IN MUSIC AND AUDIO PRODUCTION ABOUT BIMM 41
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC AND AUDIO PRODUCTIONDIPLOMA IN
MUSIC BUSINESS
BIMM INSTITUTE DIPLOMA IN MUSIC BUSINESS
The BIMM Institute Dublin Diploma in PROGRESSION ROUTE
Music Business is designed to provide Graduates can progress directly to a career
students with a skillset specifically aimed in the music industry in entrepreneurial areas
at future employment in fields as diverse such as artist management, A&R, events,
1 YEARS FULL-TIME
as Music Promotion and Marketing, Artist marketing, media law, merchandising, music
Management, Tour Management, Physical publishing, journalism and tour management.
and Digital Music Distribution, e-commerce
in the Music Industry, Music Publishing and ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Recording, Live Music Events and Touring This is equivalent to one O6 (formerly one
and PROs. Ordinary Level D3) in any subject at Leaving
Diploma in Music Business
Cert. Applicants must be 17 on 1st January
The course is perfectly suited to individuals
with no prior knowledge of the industry who
in the year of entry. All applicants must COURSE MODULES
also attend an interview to determine their
wish to use it as a springboard for further eligibility for the course.
study or entrepreneurship. It also offers
YEAR 1
music industry professionals and musicians Applications are made directly to BIMM
the opportunity to expand their knowledge Dublin, initially via the ‘Apply Now’ form on
All students take the following core
of the business side of their careers on the www.bimm.ie website. Applications open
modules in their first year of study:
a part time basis, while continuing their on 5th November and close at 5.30pm on 31st
professional practice. July each year.
• Recorded Music Industry
• Live Music Industry
An extensive range of tutorials, Mature students are welcomed and must be
• Music Publishing
masterclasses and industry workshops 23 on 1st January in the year of application in
will complement the curriculum, ensuring order to be classified as such.
that that students are fully supported and The primary entry criteria for consideration
connected to the existing BIMM community will be the interview.
of artists and performers, and exposed to a
wider network of industry opportunities.
Equivalent qualifications that will be
considered from EU applicants can be viewed
This course, like all qualifications at BIMM
at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents
Institute Dublin, is delivered by tutors with
experience working at the highest levels
of the music business, which ensures that
our delivery of this qualification will be
distinctive, relevant and uniquely
For module descriptions and more information,
cutting edge.
visit www.bimm.ie/dublin
42 DIPLOMA IN MUSIC BUSINESS ABOUT
DIPLOMA IN MUSIC BIMM 43
BUSINESSSTUDENT SUPPORT
WE WANT TO MAKE YOUR TIME PASTORAL SUPPORT
AT BIMM DUBLIN AS EASY AND Our Student Services Team also offer
COMFORTABLE AS POSSIBLE, SO WE counselling and stress management. This is
HAVE EDUCATIONAL AND PASTORAL done on a one-to-one basis and is strictly
SUPPORT TEAMS DEDICATED TO confidential. We understand that there are
HELPING YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF certain stresses and anxieties that can affect
YOUR STUDY EXPERIENCE. students, so our fully-trained student support
officers will help with any problems you may
EDUCATION SUPPORT have, from financial worries to personal issues.
We have a full-time team providing a
range of services for those who need FIND OUT MORE
support throughout their studies. These If you have any Student Services questions,
include students with specific learning please call our team on 01 5133 666 or email
difficulties, dyslexia, medical conditions and studentsupportdublin@bimm.ie
other disabilities. Our Student Services Team
work on a one-to-one basis to help students
develop skills to assist with reading, writing,
revision and approaching to exams
and coursework.
44 STUDENT SUPPORT STUDENT SUPPORT 45HOW TO APPLY
APPLYING TO BIMM IS SIMPLE. ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS FOLLOW THESE STEPS.
BUT REMEMBER, OUR COURSES ARE VERY POPULAR,
SO DON’T MISS THE DEADLINE!
HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES initially via the ‘Apply Now’ form on the
www.bimm.ie website. Applications open
BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC on 5th November and close at 5.30pm on
All Irish and EU applicants who wish to apply 31st July each year.
for BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music
must do so through the CAO Applicants must have successfully completed
(www.cao.ie/apply), using the course code one module at Level 5 (i.e. one subject at
DT506. Applications open on 5th November Leaving Cert Level or one module at FETAC
and close at 5.15pm on 1st February each year. Level 5, or equivalent) and must be 17
As this is a restricted course, late applications years of age on 1st January in the year of
are not accepted. application.
Applicants must achieve a minimum of 2 All applicants must attend an audition to
H5s and 4 O6s or H7s (formerly 2 Higher determine their eligibility for the course.
Level C3s and 4 Ordinary Level D3s), in any
subjects at Leaving Cert level, or equivalent. Mature students are welcomed and must be
A minimum of five Distinctions at FETAC 23 on 1st January in the year of application
Level 5 will also be accepted. in order to be classified as such. The primary
entry criteria for consideration will be
All applicants must attend an audition to the audition.
determine their eligibility for the course.
CAO applicants can gain up to a maximum AUDITIONS
of 600 additional points at audition to add Applicants to BA (Hons) Commercial Modern
to their Leaving Cert points. Music and the CPD Diploma in Professional
Musicianship will be required to complete an
Mature students are welcomed and should audition in order to determine their eligibility
apply through the CAO as usual. Applicants for their chosen course. Auditions for BA
must be 23 years of age on 1st January in the applications will begin in March and continue
year of application in order to be classified through to May.
as such. The primary entry criteria for
consideration will be the audition. Applicants for the CPD Diploma course will
be auditioned from March and throughout
Equivalent qualifications that will be the summer but priority will be given to
considered from EU applicants can be viewed those applying for the full-time course.
at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents/ Audition requirements will be sent to each
applicant in advance, and audition dates
If you have any queries about
CPD DIPLOMA IN and times will be sent at least ten days in
applying for a BIMM Dublin course,
PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP advance. Please note that all correspondence
please contact our Admissions
Applications for the CPD Diploma in is carried out by email.
Team on 01 5133 666 or by emailing
Professional Musicianship (DIT Course Code:
dublin@bimm.ie
DT506C) are made directly to BIMM Dublin,
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