BIMM Manchester Prospectus 2015/16

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Dear StudentWelcome to BIMM Manchester, our new specialist music industry college, here in the Capital of the North!

Since BIMM was established in Brighton, over a decade 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.

BIMM enjoys an enviable reputation as a springboard into employment and we now have over 1000 members in our active Alumni Association who regularly share their career success with us. Read a selection of these stories on pages 12 -13. BIMM Manchester is dedicated to opening up a wide range of career options for graduates in music performance, songwriting, music business and event management. As with our four existing centres, BIMM Manchester will provide a dynamic, creative community which represents all aspects of the music industry and provides the perfect place to network, collaborate with other professionals and establish the foundations of your future career. The music industry – although alluring – may seem an impenetrable secretive place. At BIMM we believe that the secret of success is no secret. If you want to get on in music you need to get connected – and there is no better place to do this than at BIMM.

We are so excited to be opening our doors in the unique, dynamic and creative City of Manchester and we are working closely with key players in the City’s music industry to generate opportunities for our students. In this 2015/16 prospectus, you will find everything you need to make an informed choice about the next stage in your education. We have included details on our

Higher and Further Education courses, industry specialist tutors, life in Manchester, course fees, career development at BIMM and student support.

All BIMM Manchester courses are listed in UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) - the nationally recognised route into Higher Education for University applicants. Our admissions team can provide all the support you need to apply to BIMM – please call us for a personal assessment and review to help you to choose the right course for you.

BIMM Higher Education courses in Manchester 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. If you are passionate about music, BIMM is for you – and we can work with you to develop the artistic, technical and entrepreneurial skills needed for a career in the music industry.

We very much look forward to welcomingyou to BIMM.

Yours sincerely,

- VASEEMA HAMILTON MAPrincipal – BIMM Manchester / Brighton / Bristol

- STEVE COBAINCollege Manager - BIMM Manchester

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Really impressed with what you have here, you’re very lucky.”

- ROGER DALTREY

CONTENTSAbout BIMM

Manchester – The Place to Study

Life at BIMM

Masterclasses

Careers in the Music Industry

Student Success

Tutors

Courses

Student Services

How to Apply

International

Fees and Finance

Student Loans

Scholarships and Bursaries

Education Partners

Accommodation

Open Days

College Tours

Contact Information

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AT BIMM YOU WILL BE PART OF A CREATIVE COMMUNITY THAT GIVES YOU THE BEST OPPORTUNITY TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR TALENT AND WORK IN ONE OF BRITAIN’S BIGGEST AND MOST CELEBRATED INDUSTRIES.

The British music industry is worth over £4bn annually and employs over 140,000 people. For over 10 years, BIMM has been producing some of the industry’s brightest talents, from best-selling artists such as Tom Odell to leading songwriters, musicians, agents, producers, journalists, business professionals and major-label managers.

Location is vital to breaking into the music industry, so we have based our five institutes in Manchester, Brighton, Bristol, London and Dublin. These cities have thriving music scenes that allow you to make the most of our world-class connections and to help you have the best possible experience of what life is like in the music industry. In this creative environment you can network and develop lifelong contacts while performing and staging gigs at local venues and festivals, as well as working with record labels, music producers and rehearsal studios.

All of our colleges offer fully accredited courses and are QAA-assured. Our tutors are experts in their fields and still tour, play and produce music with some of the biggest recording artists in the world such as Radiohead, Paul Weller, Madonna and Paul McCartney.

WHY MANCHESTER?Attitude and ambition are synonymous with the Manchester music scene, qualities that have seen the city spawn some of the UK’s biggest bands and artists. Despite the international success of many Manchester acts the city retains a tight-knit music community comprising bands, promoters, managers and live venues all working together towards achieving success.

ABOUT BIMM

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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MANCHESTERMANY PROUD MANCUNIANS CLAIM THAT THEIR CITY IS THE UK’S PRIME MUSIC HOTSPOT – AND THEY MAY HAVE A POINT. WITH MORE VENUES AND BANDS THAN EVER BEFORE, THE PACE IS SKYROCKETING AND BIMM MANCHESTER IS SET TO BECOME A KEY PART OF THIS TRAJECTORY!

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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The modern Manchester is a rapidly evolving city crammed with nightlife that defies all weather. With 40 sites showcasing live music, it offers an endless whirl of overlapping sounds – from electronic and avante indie to lad rock, folk and much more. This non-stop music melange makes Manchester a perfect learning base for young musicians, and being a friendly and energetic city it offers them lots of like-minded people to hang out with!

Everyone plays Manchester. The Arena boasts world-famous bands while the neighbouring northern quarter’s hipster bars and clubs offer a range of upcoming talent.

The famous 1976 Sex Pistols gigs put on by the Buzzcocks in Manchester sparked an intense local scene at a time when the crucial DIY culture of punk began. These concerts made Manchester the first city outside London to have its own genuine punk scene with the Buzzcocks becoming a key part of the movement – inspiring a massive local boost that made Manchester the key city for post-punk thanks to Joy Division

and news reporter Tony Wilson’s Factory Records totally reinventing music for a new generation.

By 1980 Manchester was the hippest music city in the UK. The world’s home of the industrial revolution continued to innovate and still does to this day. Home to the computer, invented in Manchester just after WWll, it can also boast creating some of the UK’s favourite TV programmes. And it is out of this tradition of innovation that new music resulted – such as the lyrical smarts of The Smiths, New Order reinventing the wheel by crossing electro music with post punk and the Fall’s idiosyncratic releases.

By the end of the 1980s it all exploded as Madchester with the Stone Roses and the Happy Mondays leading the way. A working-class San Francisco, Manchester became the hippest place in the world! And it just keeps on coming, from Oasis outselling the Beatles to award-winning bands like Elbow and the complex, highly evolved local scene that exists today.

Vibrant, thrilling, multicultural Manchester has again reinvented itself and it still has the best soundtrack! With Manchester Nights now a club standard, what other city in the world can boast events named after itself? Come and be a part of it at BIMM Manchester!

- JOHN ROBB

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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 WE WANT TO HELP YOU BROADEN AND DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS AS A MUSICIAN OR A MUSIC-INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL. WHETHER IT’S LEARNING INSIDE THE CLASSROOM, IN A STUDIO, ON STAGE OR AT A FESTIVAL WE WILL PROVIDE YOU WITH ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES YOU NEED TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS THROUGH FULL-ON IMMERSION.

GUESTS AND MASTER CLASSESWe believe that to be the best it helps to meet the best. So we encourage and help you to network with and meet leading music-industry professionals. We use our connections to attract A-list musicians, songwriters, label executives, A&R reps and booking agents to share their knowledge with you in weekly masterclasses. Previous speakers include BIMM patron and The Who frontman Roger Daltrey and Glastonbury Festival founder Michael Eavis.

BIMM ALBUMEvery year we use our in-house record label to release an album featuring a host of BIMM musicians. You get to record at a professional studio with engineers and producers. BIMM bands and artists submit demos for inclusion on the album, which is released to the public and industry professionals to showcase the best of BIMM talent.

GIGSLive music is a huge part of what we do at BIMM. It’s not all about coursework, revision and exams: you will be heavily involved in Manchester’s live scene throughout the year, whether it’s gigging, rehearsing or promoting. We also run and put on our own shows, showcasing our musicians, bands and songwriters at the end of each term at a series of gigs across the city.

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MASTERCLASSES

ROGER DALTREY(THE WHO)

PAUL WELLER

RUFUSWAINWRIGHT

JEFF BECK

MEL CKEANE

MARKY RAMONE(THE RAMONES)

LEMMY (MOTÖRHEAD)

MICHAEL EAVIS(GLASTONBURY FESTIVAL FOUNDER)

PREVIOUS BIMM GUESTS INCLUDE...

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CAREERS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRYCAREER OPPORTUNITIES

The UK music sector offers a richly varied numbers of careers. In such a diverse industry it helps to have skills across a wide range of roles, and at BIMM we provide you with all the tools you need to achieve this. Consequently our students find work across the whole sector as session musicians, songwriters, management, agents, engineering and in A&R roles.

LEARNING FROM THE BEST All BIMM tutors are actively involved in the music business at the highest level. We also use our music-industry connections to attract many music industry A-Listers such as Paul Weller, Ethan Johns and Roger Daltrey to share their knowledge with you in weekly masterclasses.

WORKING WITH THE BESTOne of the best ways into the music industry is through work experience. At BIMM our contacts and industry partners allow us to help you gain internships, experience and entry level positions with some of the biggest names in music, including Sony Music, EMI, Universal Music, Warner Music UK, Target Live, Festival Republic, Bestival, XL Recordings, Wichita, Ninja Tune, ie:music, Big Life Management, Quite Great PR, Space Promotions and Duff Press.

HOW WE HELP YOU ACHIEVE THISAt BIMM we have individual tutorials designed to help you with your development and to discuss the direction you would like your career to take. We also have advisors who work with you on a one-to-one basis to help you reach your goals by finding appropriate internships and work experience, assisting you with your CV and putting together career action plans.

AT BIMM WE USE OUR EXCELLENT CONNECTIONS IN THE DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL MUSIC INDUSTRIES TO GIVE YOU THE BEST POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITIES TO FIND EMPLOYMENT IN ONE OF THE MOST DYNAMIC AND EXCITING VOCATIONS IN THE WORLD.

If you’re serious about a career in the music industry and want a great education in how the industry works – this is the real deal.”

- ROB HARRIS - JAMIROQUAI

GET CONNECTEDAt BIMM we are proud of our close industry contacts and enjoy supporting our students as they progress in their careers.

BPIUNIVERSAL MUSICSONY MUSICWARNER MUSICPRS FOR MUSICTHREE SIX ZEROBELIEVE DIGITALARCTANGENT FESTIVALTHE GREAT ESCAPE FESTIVALINTERNATIONAL LIVE MUSIC CONFERENCE

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RAK STUDIOSCOMMUNION MUSIC

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STUDENT SUCCESS BIMM 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.

TOM ODELL BIMM songwriting graduate Tom progressed to the top of the music industry in 2013. His year began with the winning of the BRITs Critic’s Choice Award, and his debut album ‘Long Way Down’ went to number one. Tom discovered he’d topped the chart just prior to his performance at Glastonbury Festival – what a day!

BEN THOMPSON –TWO DOOR CINEMACLUB

As live drummer for Two Door Cinema Club, Ben has toured the globe several times, performed at a multitude of domestic and international festivals and made numerous television appearances.

THE KOOKSMulti-million-selling indie-poppers The Kooks began as students at BIMM, forming as a band in 2002. The band’s 2006 debut album ‘Inside In/Inside Out’ is certified as four-times platinum in the UK, and its follow-up, 2008’s ‘Konk’, went straight into the chart at number one. The band is BRIT-nominated and won in the category of Best UK & Ireland Act at the MTV Europe Awards in 2006.

NATASHA BENTBIMM graduate Natasha is now a highly successful booking agent. She is Vice President at The Agency Group in London, personally representing artists including Foals, CHVRCHES and Foster The People.

LUKE SITAL-SINGH

A young British talent with Glastonbury sets and sessions for BBC 6 Music and Radio 2 beneath his belt, Luke is an artist of real promise. Supported by DJs including Steve Lamacq, Lauren Laverne and Dermot O’Leary, he’s been compared to greats such as Jeff Buckley and Bon Iver.

GEORGE EZRASongwriting student George Ezra signed to Columbia Records in 2012 and has been performing across the UK, including a performance at Glastonbury Festival 2013.

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STUDENT SUCCESS ADAM PITTS – LAWSON

BIMM graduate Adam Pitts is the drummer for Lawson, a major-label-signed foursome with no fewer than five top 20 singles to their name. Lawson have twice supported pop heavyweights The Wanted, and also toured alongside Will Young and Westlife. The band’s debut album of 2012, ‘Chapman Square’, was a top-five hit on its initial release.

CHARLIE MCLEAN –BIFFCOSONGWRITING.

Biffco is the songwriting team behind hits for Ellie Goulding, Kylie Minogue, Spice Girls, Little Mix, Will Young, U2 and many more – and Charlie is an essential part of its creative processes, working as assistant to the company’s founder, Richard ‘Biff’ Stannard. With writing and backing vocalist experience already accumulating, Charlie is now positioned to further develop her talents as an engineer.

BETH ROWLEYHaving provided backing vocals for the likes of Ronan Keating and Enrique Iglesias during her time at BIMM, Beth truly grabbed the proverbial bull by the horns come graduation and signed to major label Universal, who released her 2008 debut album ‘Little Dreamer’. The record reached six on the UK albums chart. Beth’s collaborated with Crowded House and the legendary Burt Bacharach, and performed on Top Of The Pops and This Morning, as well as several other TV shows.

JENN HANEEF – YAMAHA

After graduating from BIMM, Jenn secured a career at Yamaha as a drum tutor, teaching both groups and individual students. Jenn was awarded her degree by Glastonbury founder Michael Eavis.

KATE WALSHKate topped the iTunes chart with her second album, 2007’s ‘Tim’s House’, and in doing so the BIMM graduate became the first-ever unsigned artist to do this. She’s since released several recordings through her own Blueberry Pie label, with distribution via Universal, and also returned to BIMM as a tutor.

JORDAN WHITMOREHaving completed a BA (Hons) course in Professional Musicianship at BIMM, Jordan became a member of the Atlantic Records A&R department. The label is home to such high-profile acts as Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Missy Elliott and Plan B.

More success stories can be found on our website – www.bimm.co.uk/alumni#success-stories

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SARAH JAY HAWLEYHead of Vocals

Sarah’s background is in jazz and blues, having started

performing as a teen in underground clubs. Sarah has worked with Massive Attack and Finlay Quaye and has performed at Glastonbury and toured the world as a session singer. Sarah has written and performed songs for film and TV including ‘The Matrix’, ‘Hold Back the Night’ and ‘Grand Theft Audio.’. She is currently working on a solo album with guitarist Fitzroy Stafford Douglas.

STEVE TRAFFORDHead of Songwriting

Steve’s list of credits is as quirky as his own singing and

songwriting style. He has worked with Paul Heaton (the Housemartins and the Beautiful South), Cerys Matthews (Catatonia), and the Fall (as bass/guitarist) amongst many others. Steve writes for independent films, has contributed to the score of Manchester film ‘Hi Rise’ and has released his own solo album. Steve is currently singer/songwriter with Rubberbear with Tom Chapman (New Order).

BRIGGY SMALEHead of Music Business

As BBC Radio 1 Entertainment News Presenter, Briggy has

covered festivals and music business events all over the world for all BBC outlets and major terrestrial and satellite TV channels. She has interviewed the biggest names in music from Kings of Leon to Kylie, Jay-Z to Jon Bon Jovi. She was awarded a Visiting Fellowship at Southampton Solent University for her services to the media and comes to BIMM Manchester from her role at BIMM Brighton where she guided and supported our students in developing their Personal Professional projects and preparation for industry.

JIMMY DOCHERTYHead of Guitar

With over 20 years experience in the recording industry,

Jimmy has worked extensively playing guitar and backing vocals with Ronan Keating. He also works with Australian X-Factor judge and Grammy nominated singer Guy Sebastian. His production company The Northern Song Collective are currently published by Hornall Bros Music.

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

HEADS OF DEPARTMENT

ALL OUR TUTORS ARE TOP MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS. THEIR ENVIABLE TALENTS AND EXPERIENCE INCLUDE:

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STUART EASTHAMHead of Bass

Stuart has been a professional bassist for over 25 years. He

has played some of the dingiest dives to some of the largest stages including the pyramid at Glastonbury, The Royal Festival Hall and everywhere in between. Sessions have ranged across many styles and countless recordings including stints at Maida Vale, Toe Rag, Broadcasting House, Parr Street, Revolution and many more.

BRYAN HARGREAVESHead of Drums

Bryan’s list of drumming credits makes for an

eclectic who’s who: Ben E King, Brian May, The Supremes, John Legend, Mika, The Temptations and Glen Campbell. His 20-year career has led to countless radio and TV appearances, most notably, as house drummer for the BBC’s radio theatre production, “Weekend Wogan”.

JOHN ROBBArtist Development

John Robb is a musician, writer, music journalist and

TV presenter. He formed the seminal punk/alt-rock band The Membranes in 1977 and still carries the punk flame today as lead singer of Goldblade, an act renowned for their incendiary live shows. He has written acclaimed biographies of The Stone Roses and The Charlatans, published by Ebury Press. His is also the Editor of Louder Than War, an award-winning music website.

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Professional Musicianship – BA (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME

Songwriting - BA (Hons) - 3 YEARS FULL-TIME

Music Business – BA (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME

Event Management - BA (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME

Music Production - BA (Hons) – 3 YEARS FULL-TIME

Artist Development Diploma in Modern Music – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Artist Development Diploma in Modern Music – Songwriting – 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Diploma in Live Sound Engineering and Tour Management– 1 YEAR FULL-TIME

Summer Schools

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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 students gave me valuable 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 both academically and musically challenging and will stretch you as a musician, composer and performer while also providing you with the essential business skills required to work successfully in the music industry. At BIMM 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 music business studies and music teaching practice. Each of these modules offers a different but equally fulfilling route into employment within the music industry.

GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, AND VOCALSUCAS CODE: W313

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PROGRESSION ROUTE BIMM Postgraduate Certificate in Further and Higher Education, Masters Degree or into Industry.

FHEQ LEVEL: • Year 1 - 120 credits at Level 4

• Year 2 - 120 credits at Level 5


ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at grade C or above (including English Language), plus two A-levels at grade E or above, or an equivalent Level 3 vocational qualification.

Grade 6 equivalency playing skills.

Applications by experienced musicians without formal qualifications may also be considered through 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 two 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.

Validated by the University of Sussex.

KEY INFORMATION:

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BA (HONS)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 as well as music production including work for film, television and online channels.

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 Manchester 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: 3C46(SUBJECT TO VALIDATION)

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Five GCSEs at C or above (including English Language), plus two A-levels at grade E or above, or an equivalent Level 3 vocational qualification.

Grade 6 equivalency playing skills.

Applications by experienced musicians without formal qualifications may also be considered through 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


• Songwriting Techniques • Arrangement Analysis• Music Business and Study

Skills • Artist Development and

Entrepreneurship • Songwriting 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 • Music Publishing• Composition Theory• Professional Songwriting• The Songwriter/ Producer

Optional Modules: • Studio recording• Performance in context• Studio Musicianship

YEAR 3

Mandatory Modules:• Personal and Business

Development • Analytical Perspectives • Commercial Songwriting• Professional Songwriting

Project

Optional Modules Group A:• Solo Performance • Ensemble Performance • Music Business Studies • Music Teaching Practice

Subject to validation by the University of Sussex.

Year Two and Three Each year, students undertake mandatory modules, and also choose one additional subject from the optional module choices.

Please Note Module names and structure may change during the validation process

KEY INFORMATION:

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MUSIC BUSINESSBA (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 industry as it is now, with the aim that you will develop your own ideas in a creative space and make a contribution to the music industry of the future.

The course will give you insight into the complex structure of today’s international creative industries and equip you with a comprehensive business skill set.

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 music entrepreneur then BIMM is the place to study, we have hundreds of artists and bands just waiting to work with you.

You could discover the next big thing right here!

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum entry requirements are five GCSEs at grade C or above (including English Language), 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 APEL.

For entry to Year 2, students must complete Year 1 with 120 credits achieved.

MODULES

YEAR 1


• Concert Promotion and Tour Management

• Live Sound Technology • Music Business and

Study Skills • Legislation, Administration

and Finance • Introduction to Online music • Artist Development and

Management


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


Also available as a two year accelerated programme at BIMM Brighton – see www.bimm.co.uk for more details.

KEY INFORMATION:

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BA (HONS)

EVENT MANAGEMENT

If you are an aspiring promoter or event manager then the BA (Hons) in Event Management is an ideal foundation for a career in the creative industries. Alongside the growth of digital music, the live-music scene has 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 fanbase.

At BIMM 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 BIMM artists and numerous local venues in Manchester. This access to performers and venues really sets the BIMM Event Management degree apart from others available in the UK.

The BA (Hons) in Event Management (Music) is designed to encompass the range of skills required to be an effective event manager. It will equip you with transferable skills covering 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 able to take part in a range of work placements and internships with established events and venues including The Deaf Institute, Gorilla and The Albert Hall. You will be encouraged to develop an entrepreneurial spirit that will equip you for a long and successful career in the events industry.

UCAS CODE: N820

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PROGRESSION ROUTE BIMM Postgraduate Certificate in Further and Higher Education, Masters or into Industry.




ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum 160 UCAS tariff points (two 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 and Admissions Team.

MODULES

YEAR 1


• Concert Promotion and Tour Management

• Live Sound Technology• Legislation, Regulation &

Finance• Events in Context• Introducing Event

Management• Music Business and

Study Skills


YEAR 2


• Research Methods • Events and the Audience • Event Concept and Design • Engaging with Industry• Marketing and Media • Events, Logistics and

Services

YEAR 3

All students take the following mandatory modules in their Third year of study:

• Professional Project • Personal and Business

Development • Financial Management

and Funding • Event Promotion and

Digital Media • Events and the Environment


Also available as a two year accelerated programme at BIMM Brighton – see www.bimm.co.uk for more details.

KEY INFORMATION:

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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 an elusive magic to a recording, making the difference between the success and failure of a commercial project.

BIMM’s BA (Hons) in Music Production is a specialist vocational programme designed for those wishing to pursue a career as a producer of music applications such as music recording, live performances, film, computer games, animation, television and online music.

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 proudly on the cutting edge with wholly modern equipment and software available to students, and is unique in combining the creative use of technology alongside a rigorous, critical and theoretical examination of music production.

UCAS CODE: W373

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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum 160 UCAS tariff points (five GCSEs at C or above (to include English) and two 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 and

Admissions Team.

MODULES

YEAR 1


• Sound Environments • Studio Engineering • Computer Music • Audio Theory and Acoustics • Video and Multimedia

Production • Academic Study and

Research Skills


YEAR 2


• 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


KEY INFORMATION:

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PROGRESSION ROUTE BIMM BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship Year 1 (Instrumental stream)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Four GCSEs at C or above (to include English and Maths) and Grade 4-6 equivalency playing skills.

FHEQ LEVEL: • Level 3

This full-time course is designed specifically for guitar, bass, drums and vocals.

The BIMM Artist Development Diploma is equivalent to two A Levels and is a great option for musicians looking to focus their talent, develop as an artist and potentially move on to a degree level programme.

During the course you will be encouraged to form bands and work closely with other musicians whilst also gaining a solid understanding of the business side of the music industry.

This qualification is equivalent to two 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 and 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 ROUTEBIMM BA (Hons) Songwriting

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:Four GCSEs at C or above (to include English and Maths) and Grade 4-6 equivalency playing skills.

The course is designed for singer /songwriters who may also have instrumental ability.


For module descriptions and more information, visit www.bimm.co.uk

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

On this highly creative full-time course you will develop the skills needed to take your original song ideas and transform them into well-constructed and arranged compositions.

During the course you will be encouraged to work closely with other musicians to develop your ideas while also gaining a solid understanding of the business side of the music industry.

This qualification is broadly equivalent to two A-levels.

SONGWRITING(Edexcel BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Music - 1-year fully accredited)

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC

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DIPLOMA IN LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING AND TOUR MANAGEMENT

The Diploma in Live Sound Engineering and Tour Management will give you a broad understanding of what happens behind-the-scenes in the world of live music.

You will develop your skills in live sound engineering, tour and events management and in backline set-up allowing you to work closely with live acts in venues or on the road.

This qualification is broadly equivalent to one A-level.

(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: Four GCSEs at C or above (to include English and Maths). Applicants must be able to demonstrate evidence of a basic understanding of the live music environment through relevant work experience.


*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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EVERY YEAR AT BIMM WE RUN A RANGE OF SUMMER SCHOOLS FOR MUSICIANS LOOKING TO DEVELOP THEIR TECHNIQUE AND CONFIDENCE AS LIVE PERFORMERS. IF YOU’RE A GUITARIST, SINGER, BASSIST OR DRUMMER A BIMM SUMMER SCHOOL IS A FANTASTIC WAY TO SPEND YOUR BREAK.

Each Summer School is run over a five-day week and consists of dedicated tuition on your instrument, followed by a live performance workshop every afternoon to hone your performance skills. You will be guided by your tutors and a different special guest each day. The last day will involve forming bands and rehearsing your favourite track of the week in preparation for an afternoon performance for your friends and family.

BIMM Summer Schools are open to all musicians aged 11+ who are not absolute beginners on their instrument. We always have a good range of ages at the Summer Schools, so remember you’re never too old or too young to rock out!

SUMMER SCHOOLS

SIGN-UP FOR SUMMER SCHOOLIf you would like to give BIMM a try and join us on one of our Summer Schools then email us at [email protected]

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STUDENTSERVICES

EDUCATION SUPPORTWe have a full-time team providing a range of services for those who need support throughout their studies. These include students with special learning difficulties, dyslexia, medical conditions and other disabilities. Our Student Services team will work on a one-to-one basis to help students learn skills to assist with reading, writing, revision and approach to exams and coursework.

PERSONAL SUPPORTOur Student Services team also offers counselling and stress-management. This is done on a one-to-one basis and is strictly confidential. We understand that there are certain stresses and anxieties that can affect students so our fully qualified counsellors will help with any problems you may have from financial worries to personal issues.

WE WANT TO MAKE YOUR TIME AT BIMM AS EASY AND COMFORTABLE FOR YOU AS POSSIBLE. WE HAVE EDUCATIONAL AND PERSONAL SUPPORT TEAMS DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF BEING HERE.

FIND OUT MOREIf you have any Student Services questions you can call our team on 08442 646 666.

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HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES1. Make your application through UCAS at

www.ucas.com. To apply via UCAS you will need your course code and also the correct campus and institution codes. The first UCAS deadline for application is January 15 2015. There are further opportunities to apply but it is recommended you meet this first deadline.

2. For Performance courses you will require an assessment with BIMM. Once we have received your application we will book your assessment or you can book one before you apply by calling our admissions teams on 08442 646 666. For Music Production courses you will be required to submit a portfolio of your work on application. For Music Business or Event Management courses you will need to apply through UCAS. Your personal statement will be sent for marking with one of our admissions tutors to determine

suitability for the course. Please make sure your personal statement is relevant to the course that you are applying for.

3. If your UCAS application is successful you will be made either a conditional or unconditional offer. If it is conditional it will be pending BIMM receiving any further information that is required, such as exam results and certificates. If it unconditional then you have met the entry criteria for the course.

4. Confirmation of your place will be made through ‘Track’ on ucas.com. It is then up to you to confirm if you wish to take your place.

HOW TO APPLYAPPLYING TO BIMM IS SIMPLE. ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS FOLLOW THESE STEPS.

KNOW YOUR CODESB39 – Institution Code for BIMMR – Campus Code for Manchester

FURTHER EDUCATION COURSES1. You can apply directly to BIMM to

secure your place on one of our Further Education courses by entering your details in the Apply Now section on the BIMM Manchester website (www.bimm.co.uk/Manchester/apply-now), by calling 08442 646666 or emailing [email protected].

2. When we have received your enquiry we will ask you in for an assessment. If you are applying for a course that does not involve a practical performance element you will be assessed on your qualifications, experience and an interview.

3. After your assessment or interview we will either make you an offer of a place or suggest what you need to do to develop your skills.

If you have any queries about BIMM courses you can call our Admissions team on 08442 646666 or by emailing [email protected]

STUDENTSERVICES

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INTERNATIONALIF YOU ARE A NON-UK RESIDENT, APPLYING TO BIMM HAS NEVER BEEN EASIER, AND YOU CAN APPLY FOR ALL OF OUR FULL-TIME COURSES.

HOW TO APPLY1. You have to undertake an assessment,

which 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 for their audition and therefore we can offer an assessment application that can be sent via email. Please send your assessment application request to: [email protected]

2. Once the assessment process has been completed we will send you a contract offer that needs to be signed and returned.

3. 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:

ENTRY CRITERIAYou 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 VISA1. As an international student you need a

visa to study in the UK.

2. 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. If you have applied through UCAS it will be dependant on you confirming your place on Track and paying full fees.

3. Once you have received your CAS number you will be able to proceed with your visa application.

In March 2012 BIMM was awarded full ‘Highly Trusted Status’ by the UK Border Agency.

FURTHER INFORMATIONTo discuss all of your options with one of our advisors please get in touch by calling +441273 626666 or emailing [email protected].

Minimum score of:

6.5 overall (with no lower than

6.0 to be achieved in each of the

listening and writing sections)

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Qualification

IELTS

PTE

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FEES AND FINANCEAS PART OF THE COUNTRY’S MOST SUCCESSFUL GROUP OF MUSIC COLLEGES, BIMM IS UNIQUELY POSITIONED TO OFFER OUTSTANDING VALUE AND QUALITY.

Many UK universities are charging £9,000 a year for degree courses – all of our undergraduate three-year degree courses are priced at under £6,000 for UK and EU students. All BIMM courses are fully accredited so you can apply to the Student Loans Company to cover the full amount of tuition fees payable.

To find out more, please refer to our finance packs or website for more information on funding options. All fees quoted apply to the 2015/16 academic year only, and are on a per annum basis.

One Year Courses Under 19 years

Over 19 years Non EU Students (Deposit required)

UCAS Code

BIMM Diploma Live Sound/Tour Management

N/A £4,950(£500 deposit)

£9,950 (£1,000 deposit)

N/A

BIMM Artist Development Diploma Modern Music

N/A £4,950(£500 deposit)

£9,950 (£1,000 deposit)

N/A

BIMM Artist Development Diploma Songwriting

N/A £4,950(£500 deposit)

£9,950 (£1,000 deposit)

N/A

Higher Education Courses UK & EU Students

Non EU Students (Deposit required)

UCAS Code

BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship

£5,950 £10,950(£1,000 deposit)Balance to be paid within 6 weeks

W313

BA (Hons) Songwriting £5,950 £10,950(£1,000 deposit)Balance to be paid within 6 weeks

3C46

BA (Hons) Music Production £5,950 £10,950(£1,000 deposit)Balance to be paid within 6 weeks

W373

BA (Hons) Music Business 3-Year Course


N826

BA (Hons) Event Management 3-Year Course


N820

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AT BIMM WE HAVE ENSURED THAT OUR DEGREE-COURSE TUITION FEES OFFER EXCEPTIONAL VALUE FOR OUR STUDENTS, WITH ALL OF OUR THREE-YEAR HE COURSES PRICED AT UNDER £6,000 PER ANNUM FOR UK AND EU STUDENTS.

For most students studying a degree-level course, tuition fees can be covered by a student loan from the Student Loans Company. BIMM continue to be able to offer loans through the Student Loans Company as we have been fully QAA assessed which is a requirement of the government to be able to offer student loans on a continuing basis.

Both UK and EU students are eligible to apply for a student loan. You can find out more information on the guidelines of and how to apply for a student loan at www.slc.co.uk. The government also provides useful information on student finance at www.gov.uk/student-finance.

Student loans for Tuition fees provided by the Student Loan Company will cover a maximum of £6,000 of fees per annum, if you are eligible for a loan. Where the annual course fees are in excess of £6,000, the balance must be paid by the student prior to enrolling each academic year.

REPAYMENTSYour repayments are linked to your income. You only make repayments when your income is over £21,000 a year, and if your income drops below this amount repayments stop. Each month you pay back 9% of any income over £21,000, this would work out at approximately £30 per month if you were earning £25,000 per year.

For more information on loans or any queries you may have on tuition fees and student finance please contact the BIMM finance team on 0844 2 646 666 or by emailing [email protected].

STUDENT LOANS

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BIMM IS DEDICATED TO OFFERING OPPORTUNITIES TO AND SUPPORTING TALENTED AND PASSIONATE ASPIRING MUSICIANS. OUR AIM IS TO DO AS MUCH AS WE CAN TO HELP YOU SUCCEED.

Last year BIMM offered over £200,000 in scholarships and bursaries to our students in need of financial help to make the most of their talents. It is an initiative we are proud to be a part of and we will be continuing with. For more details about the following scholarships and bursaries visit the ‘fees and scholarships’ section at www.bimm.co.uk/Manchester.

For further information on how to apply, please call 0844 2 646 666 or email [email protected].

EMI BURSARY

BIMM SPRINGBOARDSCHOLARSHIP

BIMM SCHOLARSHIP

PRS SCHOLARSHIP

BIMM MANCHESTERSCHOLARSHIPS

MIM PETER GRANT SCHOLARSHIP

140DB SCHOLARSHIP

SCHOLARSHIPS AND BURSARIES

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EDUCATION PARTNERS

BIMM 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 and BIMM Manchester Higher Education graduates leave with a prestigious award from one of the UK’s most highly respected universities.

Middlesex University validates our successful specialist music teaching post-graduate course.

Our longstanding local Further Education partner supports BIMM Brighton in the accreditation of our Level 2 and 3 programmes.

Tech Music School, also part of the BIMM group, offers a range of qualifications from Diploma to Degree levels.

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 our Rock Studios Saturday school for 11-18 year-olds.

As an education provider BIMM is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards for our students. The BIMM group of institutes has been successfully assessed by the rigorous Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA) and has also received the UK Border Agency (UKBA) ‘Highly Trusted Sponsor status’.

Knowsley College supports BIMM Manchester in the accreditation of our Level 3 programmes.

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ACCOMMODATIONMANCHESTER IS A THRIVING STUDENT CITY SO YOU ARE NEVER SHORT OF PLACES TO LIVE. WHEREVER YOU CHOOSE TO LIVE YOU WILL ALWAYS BE WITHIN EASY REACH OF BIMM MANCHESTER BY BUS, TRAM OR TRAIN.

AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES:

• Dedicated student housing • Private landlords• Houseshare opportunities • Part-boards with families

You can find more details at bimm.co.uk/manchester/accommodation. When you apply we will send you an accommodation pack to help you find your perfect place to live, and each year we also have a dedicated online forum for new students to find out all they need to know about living in Manchester.

EDUCATION PARTNERS

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OPEN DAYSWE HOLD MONTHLY OPEN DAYS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR FOR YOU TO 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

BOOK YOUR PLACETo book your place on one of our open days, visit www.bimm.co.uk/manchester/open-days and complete our online booking form. We will then confirm your place.

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COLLEGE TOURSTHROUGHOUT THE YEAR BIMM TOUR THE COUNTRY VISITING SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES TO TALK TO STUDENTS ABOUT CAREERS IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.

Our college tours are an interactive experience featuring live music as well as a presentation and Q&A session with our experienced college tours team. We lift the lid on how the music industry works and offer advice and guidance on how to pursue your dream career.

WANT US TO VISIT YOUR SCHOOL?If you’re a student, parent or teacher and would like BIMM to visit your school or college, please contact us by emailing our Events team on [email protected].

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CONTACT INFORMATIONTO APPLY TO BIMM, BOOK AN ASSESSMENT OR ASK US A QUESTION, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO GET IN TOUCH.

BIMM MANCHESTER 8 Great Marlborough StreetManchesterM1 5NNUnited Kingdom

TEL (UK): 0844 2 646 666TEL (INT): (0044) 1273 626 666email: [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/BIMMManchester

TWITTER: www.twitter.com/BIMMManchester - or tweet @BIMMManchester

YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/user/tvbimm

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BRUCE CARTER – THE WHIP, MIKE JOYCE, EDITORS / JIMMY DOCHERTY – THE STEREOPHONICS, RONAN KEATING / AARON BROWN – CHARLOTTE HATHERLEY / LUKE FLOWERS – CINEMATIC ORCHESTRA, ROOTS MANUVA / BRYAN HARGREAVES – BEN E KING, BRIAN MAY, JOHN LEGEND / JENNIFER JOHN – DAMON ALBARN, PALOMA FAITH, BRIAN ENO / CLAIRE PILLING – GLORIA JONES / SARAH JAY HAWLEY – MASSIVE ATTACK, FINLAY QUAYE / STEVE TRAFFORD – PAUL HEATON, CERYS MATTHEWS, THE FALL /

BRIGGY SMALE – KYLIE, RADIO 1 / LIAM WALSH – OASIS, THE KILLERS, BJORK, ELBOW / MAL CAMPBELL – PATTI SMITH, NICK CAVE / JAKE SHILLINGFORD – MY LIFE STORY / DAMIAN MORGAN – TERRY HALL, ANDY ROURK / JOHN ROBB – GOLDBLADE, STONE ROSES / NEIL YOUNG – BADLY DRAWN BOY, KING CREOSOTE

BIMM TUTORS

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