Learn more about studying Songwriting & Music Business (Bristol Campus) as an international student.
What BIMM University says about their program:
The BA (Hons) Songwriting and Music Business will see you nurture your talents as a songwriter while making the most of our unparalleled music industry connections. You’ll graduate with an in-depth knowledge of your art as well as with invaluable experiences of the industry that supports it. You’ll focus on songwriting techniques, styles and genres, working with bands, music publishing and marketing. These topics ensure that once you graduate, you’ll be a musician with detailed knowledge of how the music business works. By combining your creative and artistic practices with your interest in business, you’ll be able to progress into a wide range of careers. These careers include becoming a self-managed artist or songwriter, composer for film or TV, entering into music publishing and copyright collection, live performance of original material or professional qualifications in areas such as entertainment law or music and business education. BIMM student on guitar As you progress through the course, you can specialise in topics that interest you most. This is possible through our optional modules, such as creative performance, session skills, songwriting, technology, composing for film and TV, arranging, recording, teaching and research. By having these optional modules in place, you’ll be able to tailor your course to meet the career outcome that’s meant for you. Day to day collaboration with fellow songwriters, performers, producers and event management students will help you gain real-world experiences. You’ll also gain further real-world experience via our unrivalled work experience opportunities. These work opportunities give you the chance to develop hands-on industry knowledge through placements and internships with a variety of music-focused employers. You’ll also be supported in entrepreneurial ventures of your own design. Throughout your degree, you’ll be taught by experienced and inspiring lecturers who are still active in the industry today. They’ll be there – along with our Student Services and Careers Team – to help you define and reach your personal and professional goals. So, what are you waiting for? Combine your passion for songwriting and music business today for a fulfilling music industry career in the future.
For Postgraduate courses, we usually require a bachelor degree with a 2:2 or equivalent grade.
Undergraduate programs:
Min. 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each element
Min. 72 overall with 18 in Reading, 17 in Writing, 17 in Listening and 20 in Speaking
Min. 50 overall with no less than 42 in each element
170 overall with 165 in each component
Pass with Merit
Postgraduate programs:
Min 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in each element
Min. 83 overall with 19 in Reading, 24 in Writing, 20 in Listening and 20 in Speaking
Min. 58 overall with no less than 50 in each element
170 overall with 165 in each component
Pass with Distinction
£15,950 per year
£15,950 per year
£15,950 per year
| Category | Cost (in British Pound Sterling) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | £2,289 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | £1,723 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | £290 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | £31 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | £14 |
| Monthly public transport pass | £200 |
| Monthly grocery basket | £119 |
| Coffee shop drink | £4 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | £14 |
| Gym membership | £54 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced).
Many international students will require a visa to study in the UK, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.