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YOUR MUSIC CAREER STARTS HERE

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DEAR STUDENT,

YOUR MUSIC CAREERSTARTS HERE.

I began my career in music as the bass player with Dublin punk/pop band Puppy Love Bomb, and we were signed to Rough Trade Records. We did as most bands do – we toured, we recorded, we toured, we recorded. It was a lot of fun and I got to meet people I never imagined I would.

Moving on from the band, my first instinct was to gather experience in other areas of the industry in order to gain a more holistic view, so I worked at the independent label Lakota Records on successful campaigns for JJ72. While working there I discovered the Dublin indie pop band The Thrills and began to manage them. From there I established my company, Bareknuckle Management, and acts I’ve managed have won awards, toured with some of the biggest bands in the world and appeared on top US and UK music TV programmes.

In 2009 I helped set up the Music Managers Forum Ireland and became founding Chairman. The group organises training programmes and acts as a lobbying group on behalf of the artist management sector.

It was then that I was introduced to BIMM and started to help in the set-up of the

college here in Ireland. The decision for Dublin to be the first BIMM college outside the UK was based on the rich tradition of music and arts that’s always existed in Ireland and is still thriving today – it’s something I wanted to be a part of.

When BIMM Dublin opened in September 2011, I took up the position of Music Business tutor, and as the college expanded it led to my employment as Head of Department for Music Business Studies. In 2013, I moved into senior management, holding the positions of Head of Events and Guests, then College Manager, before being appointed as BIMM Dublin College Principal.

Throughout my time at BIMM, I’ve been lucky to see how the college has become the unique, genuine creative hub we always hoped it would. I’m proud to see that the focus we put on creativity and artistry is paying off, and students are creating wonderful work through performance and composition. One of the other areas on which we place a major focus is the ‘business’ of the music business. It’s vital that we instil a sense of enterprise in our students because they’re the new music industry, or in other words, they’re not just joining a music industry – they’re creating a new one. It’s a privilege to play my part in that, and to witness first hand so many of our students launching successful careers in the creative and music industries.

ALAN CULLIVANCOLLEGE PRINCIPAL – BIMM DUBLIN

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The global music industry is worth around $50bn annually and this figure continues to grow each year, providing a multitude of employment opportunities in the UK, Ireland and abroad. For 15 years, BIMM has been producing some of the industry’s brightest talents, from best-selling artists such as The Kooks, James Bay, Tom Odell, Radiohead and George Ezra to leading songwriters, musicians, agents, producers, journalists, business professionals and major-label managers.

Location is vital to breaking into the music industry, so we’ve based our colleges in Dublin, London, Berlin, Brighton, Bristol and Manchester – the six European cities where music matters most. These locations have thriving music scenes that allow you to take advantage of our unrivalled industry connections and the many collaborative opportunities that arise. 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 to get an authentic taste of what life in the music industry is really like.

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

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WHY DUBLIN?Dublin has a long history of embracing creativity and celebrating diversity. With a passion for live music, a large student population, one of Europe’s most vibrant arts scenes and the finest bars and shops Ireland has to offer, it’s the perfect place to immerse yourself. The footpaths are lined with live-music venues, from legendary pubs to landmark arenas, while the city also hosts several international music festivals, including Longitude and Forbidden Fruit.

AT BIMM YOU’LL 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 THE WORLD’S BIGGEST AND MOST CELEBRATED INDUSTRIES.

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DUBLIN THEPLACE TO STUDY

MUSIC IS AT DUBLIN’S VERY CORE. EVERY NIGHT OF THE 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 Dame 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, The Big Bang Festival of Rhythm, and Forbidden Fruit, bringing together musicians and making it a magnet for creative people from all over the world. Outside of the thriving music scene, you’ll never be short of things to do in Dublin. Explore the city’s teeming nightlife, relax in the cosy cafe’s, bars, parks and restaurants, and immerse yourself in the country’s history and culture in the city’s many museums and galleries.

WHELAN’SFrom Jeff Buckley to Arctic Monkeys, for decades the world’s biggest acts have been playing at this eclectic, legendary pub in the heart of the city. It’s a Dublin institution, summing up the city’s attitude to music: they love it live and they love it diverse, with separate gigs often happening on different floors at the same time. BIMM Dublin gigs are regularly held at Whelan’s and many BIMM Dublin students perform here with their own bands.

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WHETHER IT’S LEARNING INSIDE THE CLASSROOM, IN A STUDIO, ON STAGE OR AT A FESTIVAL, WE’LL PROVIDE YOU WITH ALL THE OPPORTUNITIES YOU NEED TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS THROUGH CONNECTING AND INTERACTING WITH THE INDUSTRY IN REAL-WORLD SCENARIOS.

GUESTS AND MASTERCLASSESWe believe that to be the best it helps to connect with the best, so we encourage you to meet and network with 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 regular Masterclasses. Previous guests have included: Hozier, Danny O’Donoghue (The Script), KT Tunstall, Chuck D (Public Enemy), John Grant (The Czars), Imelda May, Graham Coxon (Blur), Keane, Stephen Street (Producer: Blur, The Smiths), Michael Eavis (Glastonbury), Lawson, Ben Thompson (Two Door Cinema Club) and BIMM patron Roger Daltrey CBE (The Who).

THE BIMM ALBUMEvery year we release an album featuring a host of BIMM musicians. BIMM bands and artists submit demos for consideration, and the chosen acts get to record at a professional studio with engineers and producers. The album is released to the public and given to industry professionals to showcase the very best of BIMM talent.

GIGSLife at BIMM is not all about coursework, revision and exams – live music is a huge part of what we’re all about. Throughout your time at BIMM, you’ll be heavily involved in Dublin’s live scene, whether it’s gigging, rehearsing or promoting. We also run and put on our own end-of-term gigs, showcasing our musicians, bands and songwriters at a series of events across the city.

“PROVIDING YOU WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS.”

I FELT I FINALLY FITTED IN THERE. YOU COULD DO YOUR OWN THING AND THAT’S WHAT WE DID.”

LUKE PRITCHARD, THE KOOKSBIMM GRADUATES

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AT BIMM WE WANT TO HELP YOU BROADEN AND DEVELOP YOUR SKILLS AS A MUSICIAN OR MUSIC INDUSTRY PROFESSIONAL.

MASTERCLASSES“TO BE THE BEST IT HELPS

TO MEET THE BEST.”

PREVIOUS BIMM SPECIAL GUESTS INCLUDE…

CHUCK D PUBLIC ENEMY

GRAHAM COXON BLUR

MARKY RAMONERAMONES

MICHAEL EAVISGLASTONBURYFESTIVAL

PAUL WELLERTHE JAM

FRANK TURNERSINGER-SONGWRITER

KT TUNSTALLSINGER- SONGWRITER

RUFUSWAINWRIGHTSINGER-SONGWRITER

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EMPLOYMENT PORTFOLIO

We know how competitive the music industry can be. If you want to stand out, you need to be prepared. At BIMM, we’re dedicated to giving you unparalleled access to resources designed to expand your portfolio and land you that job. Whether it’s developing your online profile, growing your social media networks, having professional photography taken, developing an Electronic Press Kit (EPK), recording tracks for the BIMM Album in a professional studio, or filming a BIMM Sessions music video, you’ll graduate with a series of quality assets for your CV, and the connections and knowledge required to professionally promote yourself.

INDUSTRY INSIGHT

If you want to work in the music business, it helps to know how it runs. As a BIMM student, you’ll learn this in person, via our ongoing programme of industry partner events, Masterclasses and artist development sessions. From networking at Music Week’s industry event RADAR or soundchecking at The Great Escape, to an internship with one of the world’s biggest record labels, you’ll get unprecedented access to our network of contacts – and will be rubbing shoulders with those who make the music industry happen.

81% of graduates are working within

six months of leaving BIMM*

GET CAREER READY

At BIMM, our success is your success. From day one as a student, we want to know your career goals – we’ll log, track and nurture them, to make sure you accomplish them. We have dedicated Career Advisors who’ll help you search for suitable jobs, will assist one-on-one with your CV, and will find you work experience or a work placement that directly suits your needs. Last year, 34% of our students completed an internship while at BIMM, and we’re dedicated to seeing this figure increase year-on-year. We’re committed to helping you achieve a lifelong sustainable career in the music industry, and with our advice, guidance and support, you’ll leave us knowing exactly how to go out and get it.

60% of graduates found their job thanks

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT HUBSBIMM has over 50 dedicated Career Advisors at our on-site Student Creative Career Development Hubs across all six of our colleges.

WE KNOW HOW SERIOUS YOU ARE ABOUT FORGING A CAREER IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY, AND HERE AT BIMM, WE’RE JUST AS DETERMINED TO HELP GET YOU THERE. BY BEING THE BEST CONNECTED, WE GUARANTEE TO MAKE YOU BEST PREPARED FOR THAT JOB IN MUSIC.

We do this by connecting you to first-hand industry experiences where you’ll learn practical skills that can’t be taught in the classroom, but are essential in the real-world of employment. Our approach works too, because 81% of BIMM graduates are working within six months of leaving us, with almost 60% saying they found their job thanks to connections made at BIMM. Your music career starts here.

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AT BIMM WE’RE PROUD OF OUR CLOSE INDUSTRY CONTACTS AND ENJOY SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS AS THEY PROGRESS IN THEIR CAREERS.

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LIVE EXPERIENCE

Performing live in the classroom is one thing, but nothing is more important than hitting the stage in front of a real audience of friends, fans, fellow students and industry influencers. Whatever your chosen discipline, you’ll regularly participate in live events, including not only BIMM-run gigs and A&R showcases, but also opportunities with fellow students that come from being part of the wider BIMM community. You’ll gain hands-on experience of the inner workings of the music business, making you a better, more confident musician.

EXCLUSIVE FESTIVAL PARTNERSHIPS

The European festival and live events industry is one of the largest in the world, with a total of £3.1 billion generated in 2014 in the UK alone. BIMM partners with a selection of Europe’s biggest festivals to give you exclusive access to the most enviable real-life work experience around. Throughout 2015, over 1,100 BIMM students helped to set up, run and perform at festivals throughout the UK and Europe – taking care of everything including stage and event management, live sound, journalism and social media reporting. You’ll be industry-ready… and so will your CV.

INDUSTRY EXPERTS

Our tutors are some of the most influential and successful people in the music business and are still making waves today. Together, they’ve built up an enviable black book of contacts, including some of the biggest names in global music. In 2015, through these contacts, over 1,200 of our students had the opportunity to showcase themselves in front of major record labels, such as Virgin and EMI. They were also able to participate in everything from technical Masterclasses, and talking guitar techniques with Graham Coxon, to an industry Q&A session with Public Enemy’s Chuck D. You’ll learn face-to-face from those who really understand how the music industry works… and are willing you to succeed.

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BIMM GRADUATES PROVE THAT TALENT, HARD WORK AND CONNECTIONS ARE AN IMPRESSIVE MIX, WITH NEARLY 80% OF OUR ALUMNI MAKING A LIVING OUT

OF MUSIC ALONE. HERE WE PROFILE SOME OF OUR SUCCESS STORIES – WITH MANY MORE TO BE FOUND AT: WWW.BIMM.IE/STORIES

STUDENT SUCCESS

After graduating from BIMM Bristol, where she was awarded her degree by Glastonbury Festival founder Michael Eavis, Jenn secured a career at Yamaha as a drum tutor, teaching both groups and individual students. She went on to launch the Waterloo Music School in Bristol with fellow BIMM alumna Louisa Baker, teaching drums, keyboards, vocals, guitar and bass to a variety of ages across the local community. Both graduates perform in the all-female band The Baronesques.JENN HANEEF

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Multi-million-selling indiepoppers The Kooks began as students at BIMM, forming as a band in Brighton in 2002. Their 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 domestic chart at No. 1, with album number three, ‘Junk Of The Heart’ going Top 10 in 2011. The band is BRIT Award nominated and won in the category of ‘Best UK & Ireland Act’ at the MTV Europe Awards in 2006.

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As live drummer for Two Door Cinema Club, BIMM graduate Ben has toured the globe several times, performed at a multitude of domestic and international festivals and made numerous television appearances. A musician endorsed by Vic Firth and Zildjian, Ben’s abilities are well honed, and he continues to be a pivotal part of Two Door Cinema Club’s success.

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Since graduating from BIMM London, jazz singer Zara has been signed to DJ Gilles Peterson’s Brownswood Recordings, released two albums to rave reviews in the media, and has toured the world; including performing all over the US and gigging at an exciting array of European summer festivals. She’s also won a plethora of awards and honours, including The Art Desk’s ‘Album of the Year’, ‘Best Jazz Act’ at the 2014 MOBO Awards and ‘Vocalist of the Year’ at the 2015 Jazz FM Awards.

Izzy studied a Diploma in Vocals at BIMM London, graduating in 2012, and wasted no time in getting her music career up and running. In 2013 she won the ILUVLIVE Open Mic competition in front of a crowd which included Emeli Sandé and Naughty Boy. Since then she’s supported Sam Smith on his UK tour, opened for Jamie Cullum at The Roundhouse, played Glastonbury twice, signed a worldwide recording contract with Epic Records, and performed two tracks on ‘Later… With Jools Holland’.

The rise of BIMM Brighton singer-songwriter and guitarist James has been meteoric. In 2015, he won the BRITs ‘Critics’ Choice Award’ and placed second in the ‘BBC Sound Of’ list. His single ‘Hold Back The River’ peaked at No. 2, hitting the top spot in Ireland, while ‘Let It Go’ charted in the UK Top 10. His debut album ‘Chaos and the Calm’ went to No. 1 in the UK, and is currently the fifth biggest artist album of 2015.

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After graduating from the Songwriting course at BIMM Brighton, Kate went on to become the first unsigned act to top the iTunes chart with her second album ‘Tim’s House’, knocking Take That from the top slot and securing distribution with Mercury Records. Kate continues to write and record music on her own label Blueberry Pie, and is currently a Songwriting tutor at BIMM Brighton.

KATE WALSHSONGWRITER

A graduate of BIMM Brighton, Natasha is now a highly successful booking agent. She is vice president at The Agency Group in London, personally representing artists including Foals, The Knife, CHVRCHES and Foster The People, while The Agency Group’s wider roster features acts including 50 Cent, Bring Me The Horizon, Paramore and A$AP Rocky.

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Philip is a former student who has well and truly taken the music world by storm as drummer for the band Radiohead – to date they’ve sold in excess of 40 million albums worldwide. Radiohead’s 1997 album ‘OK Computer’ was voted the best album of the past 25 years by readers of Q Magazine, and in 2008 Philip was named the 26th greatest drummer of all time by Gigwise.

PHILIP SELWAY RADIOHEAD

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Having completed a BA (Hons) in Professional Musicianship at BIMM in 2010, Jordan became a member of the Atlantic Records A&R department. The label is home to high-profile acts such as Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Jason Mraz, Missy Elliott and Plan B. Jordan also works for Brighton-based music supervision company The Sound Works.

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BIMM graduate Adam is the drummer for Lawson, a major-label-signed foursome with no fewer than six Top 20 singles to their name and success throughout the world. Lawson have twice supported pop heavyweights The Wanted, and have also toured alongside Will Young and Westlife. The band’s 2012 debut album, ‘Chapman Square’, was a Top 5 hit on its initial release, and they had a No. 3 hit with ‘Juliet’ both in the UK and abroad.

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 talents as an engineer, working with the likes of One Direction and Susan Boyle.

CHARLIE MCCLEANBIFFCO SONGWRITING

George joined BIMM Bristol in 2011 to study Songwriting – and was signed to Columbia Records less than a year later. His debut single ‘Budapest’ reached No. 3 in the charts, attaining Platinum status. His debut album ‘Wanted On Voyage’ hit No. 1, selling over one million copies in the UK alone, and was the UK’s third biggest-selling album of 2014.

BIMM Brighton Songwriting graduate Tom signed to Columbia Records and in 2013 was nominated in the ‘BBC Sound Of’ poll. He won the ‘Critics’ Choice Award’ at The BRITs, played Glastonbury Festival and his debut album ‘Long Way Down’ went to No. 1. His rise continued into 2014, with two BRIT Award nominations and a win as the Ivor Novello ‘Songwriter of the Year’.

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They really have done it all – from performing with Red Hot Chili Peppers and playing guitar on The Commitments soundtrack, to vocal coaching Bono and being frontman for the indie band JJ72. And they all remain active in the industry, meaning you’ll have direct access to their in-demand insider knowledge!

JOHNNY BOYLEHEAD OF DRUMS

Johnny has been playing drums since the age of 12 and joined his first band when he was just 14. Since then, he’s played, recorded and toured with many notable artists, including Andy White, The Frames, Marianne Faithful, Pugwash, LiR, The Duckworth Lewis Method, Mundy, Damien Rice, Neil Hannon, Finbar Furey and Don Baker. Over the course of his career, Johnny has made television appearances with Elton John, Ronan Keating, Westlife, Atomic Kitten, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Shayne Ward. He’s also played on many movie soundtracks, including those for ‘I Went Down’ and ‘Once’.

MEET YOUR TUTORS“IRELAND’S BEST CONNECTED.”

OUR BIMM DUBLIN TUTORS ARE SOME OF THE MOST SUCCESSFULPEOPLE IN THE MODERN MUSIC BUSINESS.

OLLIE COLEHEAD OF LIVE PERFORMANCE

Ollie is a self-taught multi-instrumentalist and songwriter who began playing and writing at the age of six. Having had some success with his first band Swampshack, he formed the three-piece rock band, Turn. Ollie was Turn’s singer, songwriter and main guitarist, and they soon signed to Infectious Records in London. They released three Irish Top 10 albums, played sell-out gigs at Vicar Street and Oxegen festival, and were nominated for Ireland’s coveted ‘Choice Music Award’ in 2005. Ollie left the band in 2006 to work on his solo album, which was given 5 stars by The Irish Times. He continues to progress his career as both a songwriter and solo artist.

RAY BOYLE HEAD OF GUITAR

Ray began his career in the 90s as lead guitarist 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 in Classical Guitar Recital. Ray has collaborated and played with a broad range of artists, including Babyshambles, Suede and the virtuoso violinist Cora Venus Lunny. He’s been musical composer and arranger for theatre productions, and has scored several animated shorts and projects for the Dublin Fringe Festival. Drawing on his wide-ranging knowledge of styles and techniques, Ray’s been a guitar tutor since 2006.

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MICHAEL ROEHEAD OF MUSIC BUSINESS

A graduate of the National University of Ireland Maynooth, Michael started as a musician playing drums in various bands, including Adebisi Shank. He began working in the industry as an agent, booking tours for artists in Europe and Asia. He founded the Irish independent label Richter Collective, building it into an internationally respected company with worldwide distribution. In 2011, Michael set up MKR Management, which offers consultancy, artist management and label services to US independent labels wishing to set up in Europe. He also manages Dublin-based band All Tvvins, among others.

COLM QUEARNEYHEAD OF SONGWRITING

Colm is the owner of The Qube Analogue and Digital Recording Studio in North Strand, Dublin, where he’s been recording and producing bands since 2004. As a session guitarist he’s performed with Cathy Davey, Damien Dempsey, Mundy and Mark Geary, and has played guitar and co-written songs with Jerry Fish, The Pale and Bronagh Gallagher. To top off his prolific musical endeavours, Colm is also a solo artist performing under the name of Q, with three albums released under this guise to date.

PAUL MOORE HEAD OF BASS

Paul has been playing electric bass since the age of 14 and upright bass from 16. He’s recorded with Mary Coughlan, Declan O’Rourke, Juliet Turner, Katie Melua, The Chieftains, Colm Wilkinson, Donal Lunny, Ronnie Drew and Mark Knopfler, and worked exclusively with Riverdance for four years between 1998 and 2001, holding the role of Musical Director. Paul has also performed live with Andrew Strong, Frances Black, Jimmy MacCarthy, Paul Brady, Alex Chilton, Rita Coolidge, Moving Hearts, Solomon Burke and Van Morrison. He’s recorded movie soundtracks and has performed in numerous musicals. Paul has broad teaching experience, having taught Bass and Musicianship with The Making Music Workshop based in the North of Ireland, and has performed Bass Masterclasses on many occasions.

PAUL WALSH HEAD OF VOCALS

Paul started his music career as the lead singer of Dublin band Royseven, who were signed to Universal and the Warner Music Group during their ten-year career. Touring with artists such as One Republic, Kaiser Chiefs and Bryan Adams, the band performed at many of Europe’s leading music festivals, including Germany’s Rock Am Ring and Rock im Park, Ireland’s Oxegen, and Switzerland’s Montreux Jazz Festival, to name just a few.

MARK GREANEY HEAD OF EDUCATION

Mark formed JJ72 in 1996 and was lead singer, songwriter, guitarist and manager. Signed to Sony Records while still at school, their first album went Top 20 in the UK and Top 10 in Ireland, and achieved four Top 40 UK hit singles. JJ72’s second album recorded with Flood (Depeche Mode, U2, Smashing Pumpkins, PJ Harvey) also went Top 20 in the UK and Top 10 in Ireland, scoring two Top 40 UK singles. They also played all the major festivals and toured with U2, Coldplay and Muse. Since JJ72, Mark has been in Concerto for Constantine and has toured with Smashing Pumpkins and Snow Patrol.

CORMAC CURRANHEAD OF MUSIC THEORY

Cormac composed and arranged the string and brass scores for the No. 1 platinum-selling album ‘Becoming a Jackal’ for the band Villagers, which in 2010 was nominated for the Mercury Music Prize, a Choice Music Award and a MOJO Award. The single ‘Becoming a Jackal’ won the ‘Best Song Musically and Lyrically’ at the Ivor Novello Awards in 2011. Cormac has spent his last few years touring with Villagers and playing support to bands and artists such as Elbow, Neil Young, Grizzly Bear, Midlake, John Grant, The National, and many more.

For a full list of tutors, visit www.bimm.ie

DUBLIN COURSES

BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC (GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS AND VOCALS)

BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC (SONGWRITING) BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION

CPD DIPLOMA PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP (GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS AND SONGWRITING)

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If you’re a musician who wants to gain a degree-level qualification, but at the same time fulfil your creative and commercial potential, then the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music is the right choice to help turn your passion for music into a career.

This four-year programme aims to develop your performance skills at the same time as progressing your career goals, using a deadline-driven project management approach.

At BIMM Dublin, we understand that live performance is the key to you becoming a great musician, so you’ll spend a lot of time on stage to help you develop and find your niche as a performer.

You’ll also further hone your skills by receiving tuition in techniques, music theory and styles across a wide range of genres from pop and punk to folk and funk.

The degree is both academically and musically challenging, providing the perfect balance between practical and technical skills, and theory and analysis.

You’ll be part of a creative community of gifted writers, performers and music industry professionals who you can collaborate and network with to help bring your talent to life.

Through a range of optional modules, including Performance in Context, Session Skills, Commercial Songwriting, Music Business Studies, and Music Teaching Practice, you can tailor the degree to fit your own personal goals.

Life at BIMM will stretch you as a musician and performer, but will inspire you as a fan too, as you attend unique Masterclasses by some of the best players and musicians in the world. You’ll also have the opportunity to audition for the BIMM Album and termly BIMM gigs.

Your course will culminate in a Professional Project designed to teach academic research skills, and give you the opportunity to develop a live industry project of your choice, giving you a head start into the workplace when you graduate.

So to make your way as a musician, connect with us, and we’ll connect you to a life in music.

PROGRESSIONGraduates can progress directly to employment in the music industry in roles such as solo performer, band member, session musician, backing vocalist or songwriter, or can continue their study with a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching at BIMM Brighton or a MMus Popular Music Performance at BIMM London.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSThe minimum academic requirements are two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary Level D3s at Leaving Cert level or equivalent. All applicants must attend an audition at which they can earn up to 600 additional points to add to their Leaving Cert points. Five Distinctions at FETAC Level 5 will also be deemed to comply with the minimum entry requirements. Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.

“TURN YOUR PASSIONFOR MUSIC INTO A CAREER.”

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YEAR 3

All students take mandatory and optional modules in their third year of study. These modules are an example of some of the units that can be studied during Year 3 of the degree programme. All modules for the academic year beginning in September will be confirmed in writing prior to the commencement of the programme.

• Research Methods• Cultural Perspectives• Professional Musicianship• Theory and Transcription

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Performance in Context• Commercial Band Management• Studio Recording• The Songwriter/Producer• Music Publishing

YEAR 2

• Styles 2• Techniques 2• Applied Music Business and Study Skills• Music in Context• Pre-Production and Live Performance

Workshop 2• Applied Music Theory and Transcription

YEAR 1

• Styles 1• Techniques 1• Music Business and Study Skills• Artist Development and Entrepreneurship• Pre-Production and Live Performance

Workshop 1• Music Theory and Notation

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 info@bimm.co.uk

For module descriptions and more information, visit www.bimm.ie

YEAR 4

All students take the mandatory and optional modules in their fourth year of study. These modules are an example of some of the units students could be studying during Year 4 of the degree programme. All modules for the academic year beginning in September will be confirmed in writing prior to commencement of the programme.

• Professional Project• Professional Development• Analytical Perspectives

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Solo Performance• Ensemble Performance• Commercial Songwriting• Music Business Studies• Music Teaching Practice

BA (Hons) Commercial Modern Music

PERFORMANCE MODULES

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30 BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING

If you’re a songwriter who wants to gain a degree-level qualification, but at the same time fulfill your creative and commercial potential, then the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music is the right choice to help turn your passion for music into a career.

At BIMM Dublin, our Songwriting degree is one of a kind. We have a strong focus on writing technique, analysis and personal stylistic development, and you’ll be encouraged from day one to explore your creativity as an artist, where our expert tutors will guide you to deliver career-making tunes.

Our four-year programme aims to develop your songwriting skills at the same time as progressing your career goals, using a deadline-driven project management approach. The degree is both academically and musically challenging, providing the perfect balance between practical and technical skills, and theory and analysis.

To succeed as a great songwriter, a detailed understanding of the music business is essential. We’ll share our knowledge of music publishing, contracts and recording technology, and will deliver our teaching in line with the latest trends and directions in the evolving music industry.

You’ll be part of a creative community of gifted writers, performers and music industry professionals who you can collaborate and network with to help bring your talent to life.

Through a range of optional modules, including The Songwriter/Producer, Commercial Songwriting, Music Business Studies and Music

Teaching Practice, you can tailor the degree to fit your own personal goals.

You’ll get to attend unique and inspiring Masterclasses by some of the best musicians in the world, which will stretch you as a songwriter. You’ll also have the opportunity to audition for the BIMM Album and termly BIMM gigs.

Your course will culminate in a Professional Project designed to teach academic research skills, and give you the opportunity to develop a live industry project of your choice, giving you a head start into the workplace when you graduate.

So to make your way as a songwriter, connect with us, and we’ll connect you to a life in music.

PROGRESSIONGraduates can progress directly to employment in the music industry in roles such as solo performer, band member, session musician, backing vocalist or songwriter, or can continue their study with a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching at BIMM Brighton or a MMus Popular Music Performance at BIMM London.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSThe minimum academic requirements are two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary Level D3s at Leaving Cert level or equivalent. All applicants must attend an audition at which they can earn up to 600 additional points to add to their Leaving Cert points. Five Distinctions at FETAC Level 5 will also be deemed to comply with the minimum entry requirements.

Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.

BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC

(SONGWRITING)

COURSE MODULES

YEAR 3

All students take mandatory and optional modules in their third year of study. These modules are an example of some of the units that can be studied during Year 3 of the degree programme. All modules for the academic year beginning in September will be confirmed in writing prior to the commencement of the programme.

• Cultural Perspectives• Theory and Transcription• SW/Producer• Music Publishing• Research Methods

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Studio Recording• Performance in Context• Commercial Band Management• Studio Musicianship

YEAR 2

• Applied Music Theory and Transcription (SW)

• SW Techniques 2• Arrangement Analysis• Live Performance Workshop• Applied Music Business and Study Skills• Music in Context

YEAR 1

• SW Techniques 1 • Styles Analysis• Live Arrangement Workshop• Music Theory and Notation• Music Business & Study Skills• Artist Development

and Entrepreneurship

YEAR 4

All students take mandatory and optional modules in their fourth year of study. These modules are an example of some of the units students could be studying during Year 4 of the degree programme. All modules for the academic year beginning in September will be confirmed in writing prior to commencement of the programme.

• Professional Project• Professional Development• Analytical Perspectives• Commercial Songwriting

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Ensemble Performance• Solo Performance• Music Business Studies• Music Teaching Practice

4 YEARS FULL-TIME

CAO CODE: DT506CAO CODE: DT506

For module descriptions and more information, visit www.bimm.ie

31BA (HONS) COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC: SONGWRITING

SUCCESS DOESN’T ALWAYS COME EASILY. IT TAKES THE RIGHT COMBINATION OF TALENT, HARD WORK AND VALUABLE CONNECTIONS TO MAKE YOUR WAY IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.”

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3534 BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION

The BA (Hons) Music Production degree at BIMM Dublin is a specialist programme designed for those wishing to pursue a career in a range of music industry roles, such as producer, sound engineer or creative artist.

The aim of the course is to nurture your creative flair while you develop your skills as a music producer across a wide range of contexts, including traditional studio and live recording, songwriting, live sound and music for moving image. You’ll study the context of contemporary music and the industry that supports it, as well as learning personal, project management and business skills.

Networking and collaboration are central to the degree, and you’ll be encouraged to create music projects with your peers on the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music programmes.

You’ll undertake hands-on learning in our high-tech production facilities and will have direct access to cutting-edge equipment and software, where you’ll be directed in its use by professional industry tutors who really know the ins and outs of the kit.

So to make your way in music production, connect with us, and we’ll connect you to a life in music.

PROGRESSIONGraduates can progress directly to employment in the music industry in roles such as producer, DJ, sound engineer, film and television composer and computer music designer, or they can continue their study with a BIMM Postgraduate Certificate in Further and Higher Education or a Masters Degree.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSA minimum of six subjects at Leaving Cert level, including two Higher Level C3s, and four Ordinary Level D3s, to include Maths and English or Irish. Applicants must also submit a portfolio of their work which includes a personal statement. Applicants may be called for an additional interview by admissions if necessary.

Validated by the University of West London.

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!”

“

BA (HONS)

MUSIC PRODUCTION

APPLY DIRECT TO BIMM DUBLIN

3 YEARS FULL-TIME

THE WAY IN WHICH MUSIC IS RECORDED, MIXED AND MASTERED IS AS INTEGRAL TO THE CREATIVE PROCESS AS COMPOSITION AND PERFORMANCE. THE BEST PRODUCERS CAN ADD AN ELUSIVE MAGIC TO A RECORDING THAT’S

OFTEN THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE SUCCESS AND FAILURE OF A PROJECT.

KATE WALSH, BIMM GRADUATE

YEAR 3

Year 3 affords students the opportunity to participate in the self-directed final Production Project, while choosing from a range of optional modules including Sound Design, Music Pedagogy and Composition for the Moving Image that will best prepare them for a career as a music industry professional. Students take five modules. There are two mandatory modules and students select three out of six optional modules. • Production Project• Personal and Business

Development

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Songwriting 3• Sonic Manipulation• Location Recording

and Post• Music for the Moving

Image 2• Music for Games• Music Pedagogy in Practice

YEAR 2

Year 2 requires students to apply their skills to increasingly ‘real-world’ scenarios involving arranging, advanced sequencing and remixing in contemporary dance styles, while studying the cultural heritage of popular music. Students also have the chance to select optional modules that allow them to specialise in studio management, live sound and songwriting. Students take six modules. There are five mandatory modules and students select one out of three optional modules. • Mixing and Audio

Production 2• Electronic Music

Production• Arranging• Music for the Moving

Image 1• Music Industry Landscape

Students will select one option from the following optional modules:

• Live Sound• Songwriting 2• Studio Management

YEAR 1

In Year 1, students address the essential production skills that will underpin not only the rest of their studies, but also their future career. This includes working with a wide range of analogue recording techniques and equipment, digital mixing, audio production and sequencing platforms, as well as developing an understanding of music theory, songwriting and the music business. Students take six modules.

• Recording Skills• Software Environments• Mixing and Audio

Production 1• Songwriting 1• Musicianship• Popular Music Culture

Please note: All modules are mandatory and run throughout the academic year (29 weeks).

BA (Hons) Music Production

COURSE MODULES

For module descriptions and more information, visit www.bimm.ie

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39CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP

If you’re a musician striving to reach your full potential, but you can’t commit to a full-time programme, then the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship can help turn your passion for music into a career.

This one-year practical and vocational course is ideal if you want to further your musical abilities on a part-time basis of 4.5 hours a week.

At BIMM Dublin, we understand that live performance is the key to you becoming a great musician, so you’ll spend a lot of time working on your techniques and styles to help you develop and find your niche as a performer. You’ll receive expert guidance from your highly skilled BIMM tutors, all of whom have had vast experience in the music industry, and continue to be a part of the business today.

You’ll also study music theory and the fundamental skills required to read and perform music notation, such as sight reading. During your time on the course you’ll connect with likeminded fellow musicians for exciting collaboration projects, and will get to plug into unique networking opportunities, such as Masterclasses with global music industry professionals. You’ll also have the opportunity to audition for the BIMM Album and the BIMM end-of-term gigs. All in all, it’s a fantastic part-time introduction to modern music and the industry that surrounds it.

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

COURSE MODULESPERFORMANCE• Music Styles• Instrumental

Techniques• Theory and

Sight Reading

SONGWRITING• Musicianship• Song Stylistics• Songwriting

For module descriptions and more information, visit www.bimm.ie

steps in a music industry career, or continuing on with study in the form of the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music at BIMM.

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.

PROGRESSIONGraduates can progress directly to a career in the music industry, or can continue their study with a BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music in Guitar, Bass, Drums, Vocals or Songwriting at BIMM.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSThe minimum entry requirement is successful completion of one module at Level 5. This is equivalent to one subject at Leaving Cert level. Applicants must be 17 on 1st January in the year of entry. All applicants must also attend an audition to determine their eligibility for the course.

Validated by Dublin Institute of Technology.

1 YEAR PART-TIME

CPD DIPLOMA

PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIPGUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS AND SONGWRITING

“MIX WITH IRELAND’SMOST TALENTED ARTISTS.”

GUITAR, BASS, DRUMS, VOCALS AND SONGWRITING

38 CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIP

WE WANT TO MAKE YOUR TIME AT BIMM DUBLIN AS EASY AND AS COMFORTABLE AS POSSIBLE, SO WE HAVE EDUCATIONAL AND PERSONAL SUPPORT TEAMS DEDICATED TO HELPING YOU GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR STUDY EXPERIENCE.

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

PERSONAL SUPPORTOur Student Support 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 Support Team will help with any problems you may have, from financial worries to personal issues.

FIND OUT MOREIf you have any Student Support questions, please call our team on 01 5133 666 or email dublin@bimm.ie

STUDENT SUPPORT

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4342 HOW TO APPLY HOW TO APPLY

CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIPApplications for the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship (DIT Course Code: DT506C) are made directly to BIMM Dublin, initially via the ‘Apply Now’ form on the www.bimm.ie website. Applications open on 5th November and close at 5.30pm on 31st July each year.

Applicants must have successfully completed one module at Level 5 (i.e., one subject at Leaving Cert Level or one module at FETAC Level 5, or equivalent) and must be 17 years of age on 1st January in the year of application.

All applicants must attend an audition to determine their eligibility for the course.

Mature students are welcomed and must be 23 on 1st January in the year of application in order to be classified as such. The primary entry criteria for consideration will be the audition.

AUDITIONSApplicants to the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music and the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship will be required to complete an audition in order to determine their eligibility for their chosen course. Auditions for BA applications will begin in March and continue through to May.

Applicants for the CPD Diploma course will be auditioned from March and throughout the summer, but priority will be given to those applying for the full-time course. Audition requirements will be sent to each applicant in advance, and audition dates and times will be sent at least ten days in advance. Please note that all correspondence is carried out by email.

If you have any queries about applying for a BIMM Dublin course, please contact our Admissions Team on 01 5133 666 or by emailing dublin@bimm.ie

BA (HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSICAll Irish and EU applicants who wish to apply for the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music must do so through the CAO (www.cao.ie/apply.php), using the course code DT506. Applications open on 5th November and close at 5.15pm on 1st February each year. As this is a restricted course, late applications are not accepted.

Applicants must achieve a minimum of two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary Level D3s in any subjects at Leaving Cert Level or equivalent. A minimum of five Distinctions at FETAC Level 5 will also be accepted.

All applicants must attend an audition to determine their eligibility for the course. CAO applicants can gain up to a maximum of 600 additional points at audition to add to their Leaving Cert points. 

Mature students are welcomed and should apply through the CAO as usual. Applicants must be 23 years of age on 1st January in the year of application in order to be classified as such. The primary entry criteria for consideration will be the audition.

Equivalent qualifications that will be considered from EU applicants can be viewed at: www2.cao.ie/downloads/documents/Guidelines-EU-EFTA.pdf

BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTION Applications for the BA (Hons) Music Production course (Irish and EU) are made directly to BIMM Dublin rather than via CAO. Applicants should apply online at www.bimm.ie/apply. Applications open on 5th November each year and close on 31st July at 5.30pm.

Applicants must achieve a minimum of two Higher Level C3s and four Ordinary Level D3s at Leaving Cert level, or equivalent, including Maths and English or Irish. A minimum of five Distinctions at FETAC Level 5 will also be accepted.

All applicants for the BA (Hons) Music Production must submit a portfolio of their work, including a written statement outlining the materials submitted. The statement should also demonstrate what the student hopes to gain from the course and their future music production aspirations. Applicants may be asked to attend an interview if deemed necessary by Admissions staff.

Mature students are welcomed and must be 23 years of age on 1st January in the year of application in order to be classified as such. For the BA (Hons) Music Production, the primary entry criteria for consideration will be the interview and portfolio.

HOW 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!

45FEES, GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS

BA (HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSICThis course is part of the Free Fees scheme, so if you’re eligible, you’ll only have to pay the student contribution fee which was €3,000 in 2015/16.

To check if you are, take a look at www.studentfinance.ie Detailed information on fees is available from the Fees Office at DIT.

BA (HONS) MUSIC PRODUCTIONAs a private fee-paying course, the fees for 2016/17 are €5,950, although this is subject to change. Applicants who apply before 5.30pm on 1st February will receive a reduction of 5% on their fees for the first year. A deposit of €950 will be required to secure a place and full fees will be due by the end of August.

CPD DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIPFor the academic year 2016/2017, fees for this course are €1,950, payable directly to BIMM Dublin. A deposit of €300 is required in advance to accept and secure a place on the course.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTSThe fee structure for International students is equivalent to Dublin Institute of Technology’s International Fees. More information is available from the DIT International Office.

GRANTSA number of different grants are available from SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland). These are awarded on an individual basis and are means tested. They’re not usually available to students undertaking part-time study or private courses.

SCHOLARSHIPSBIMM is dedicated to supporting and offering opportunities to talented and passionate aspiring musicians. Our aim is to do as much as we can to help our students succeed.

Over the last year, we’re proud to have offered over €250,000 in scholarships and bursaries to those in need of financial help, allowing them to make the most of their talents. Many schemes are provided in conjunction with our high-profile music industry partners, and show our commitment to supporting talented music students from all backgrounds.

FEES, GRANTS AND

SCHOLARSHIPS WE KNOW BEING A STUDENT CAN BE EXPENSIVE, SO WE MAKE SURE

ALL BIMM DUBLIN COURSES ARE GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY.

FURTHER INFORMATIONFor any further information around fees, grants and scholarships please email dublin@bimm.ie or call 01 5133 666.

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4746 EDUCATION PARTNERS ACCOMMODATION

Our partners enable us to offer fully accredited courses which deliver internationally recognised academic qualifications to successful graduates.

DUBLIN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGYThe greatly admired DIT validates two of our BIMM Dublin courses. Graduates will leave with a qualification awarded by Dublin Institute of Technology.

UNIVERSITY OF WEST LONDONBIMM Dublin Music Production graduates will leave with an esteemed award from the University of West London’s London College of Music. BIMM London and BIMM Berlin graduates are also awarded their undergraduate and postgraduate degrees from UWL.

UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEXBIMM Brighton and BIMM Manchester Higher Education graduates leave with an award from one of the UK’s most highly respected universities.

BATH SPA UNIVERSITYThe excellent BSU is our key education partner in the South West of England validating all Higher Education courses at BIMM Bristol.

CENTRAL COLLEGE SUSSEXOur outstanding Further Education partner, Central Sussex College, supports BIMM Brighton in the accreditation of our Level 2 and 3 programmes, as well as our Level 3 courses at BIMM London.

KNOWSLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGEThe innovative Knowsley College supports BIMM Manchester in the accreditation of our Level 3 programmes.

As an education provider, BIMM is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards for our students. In Ireland, our partner DIT is responsible for assuring the quality of our courses, ensuring that the curriculum content and all teaching, learning and assessment are at an appropriate level for the award. We have this partnership to ensure that the education our musicians receive is in line with top international standards.

EDUCATION PARTNERSBIMM IS PRIVILEGED TO WORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH A HOST

OF HIGHLY INFLUENTIAL EDUCATION PROVIDERS.DUBLIN IS A THRIVING STUDENT CITY WITH PLENTY OF ACCOMMODATION

OPTIONS, SO FINDING SOMEWHERE TO LIVE WON’T BE DIFFICULT. IT’S VERY EASY TO GET AROUND, SO WHEREVER YOU CHOOSE, DUBLIN’S GREAT

TRANSPORT SYSTEM WILL GET YOU TO BIMM, AND YOU’LL NEVER BE MORE THAN FIVE MINUTES FROM BARS, SHOPS AND PARKS.

ACCOMMODATION

Students on the BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music and the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship are registered DIT students and, as such, can use the range of services provided for students there, including the Accommodation Service. This service offers assistance with finding accommodation and advice on all related matters. DIT also has a number of halls of residence throughout the city of Dublin, some of which are located within walking distance of BIMM. For more information, please visit the BIMM Dublin website: www.bimm.ie

Whether you decide to live in a bedsit, a flat, a shared house or even on a part-board basis with a family, there’s plenty to choose from, although they do fill up fast.

There are no halls of residence at BIMM Dublin, but our Student Support Team can offer a lot of guidance when it comes to finding suitable student digs.

AVAILABLE ACCOMMODATION INCLUDES:

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

4948 OPEN DAYS & COLLEGE TOURS OPEN DAYS & COLLEGE TOURS

OPEN DAYS

OPEN DAYSWe hold a number of Open Days throughout November, December and January so you can see for yourself what life as a BIMM student is really like.

At an Open Day you can:• Watch live performances from BIMM bands• See a presentation on our courses and philosophy• View our high-tech facilities• Meet our world-class tutors• Ask questions about life at BIMM and industry opportunities

“NEARLY 80% OF BIMM STUDENTS GO ON TO WORK IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY.”

BOOK YOUR PLACETo book on one of our Open Days, please visit the BIMM website and complete our online booking form. We’ll be in touch to confirm your place.

51ABOUT BIMM50 CONTACT INFORMATION

BIMM IS SHAPED BY ITS PEOPLE – THE STAFF WHO RUN IT, THE GUESTS

WHO VISIT IT AND THE STUDENTS WHO STUDY THERE.

BIMM Dublin62-64 Francis StreetDublin 8Ireland

Tel: 01 5133 666Email: dublin@bimm.ie

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