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BIMM University

Brighton, United Kingdom · Private · Est. Around 40 years of teaching (no founding year on its site)

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

Around 40 years of teaching (no founding year on its site)

Type

Private

Location

Brighton, United Kingdom

Ranking

Not ranked

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About the university

BIMM University is a private university for the creative industries. It brings together several schools, including BIMM Music Institute, MetFilm School and Performers College, and says it has more than 8,000 students from 60 countries. Its music courses run at campuses in London, Brighton, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester, as well as Dublin and Berlin.

Indian students mostly come for music production, songwriting, performance and music business. BIMM Music Institute charges one international fee for all its courses: £15,950 a year in 2026/27, or £13,950 with the early acceptance discount. This page lists BIMM Music Institute courses; MetFilm School and Performers College publish their own fees.

Type
Private university for music, film, media and performing arts
Total students
Over 8,000, from 60 countries
Schools
BIMM Music Institute, MetFilm School, Performers College, MetStudios, Northern Ballet School and BIMM University Berlin
UK music campuses
London, Brighton, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester (also Dublin and Berlin)
Course length
Bachelor's degrees 3 years full time; master's 1 year full time

Rankings

    Popular courses with Indian students

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    Fees for international students

    Course fees
    CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
    BA (Hons) Music Production3 years (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh
    BA (Hons) Music Business, Events and Media3 years (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh
    BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance3 years (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh
    MA Music for Film, Media and Games1 year (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh
    MA Business for the Creative Industries1 year (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh
    MA Popular Music Practice1 year (full time)£15,950≈ ₹19.5 lakh

    Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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    Scholarships

    • All full-time BIMM Music Institute courses (2026/27)

      Early Acceptance Discount

      Value: £2,000 off tuition each year (fee falls to £13,950)

      Eligibility: Non-EU applicants who accept their offer and pay the deposit by the published deadline (6 August 2026 for 2026/27 entry). Cannot be combined with other discounts or scholarships.

      Official page (opens in a new tab)

    Admission requirements

    Undergraduate

    • BIMM's English and academic requirement tables do not list Indian Class 12; contact the international team to confirm how it is assessed.
    • Performance courses need a successful BIMM admissions assessment.

    Postgraduate

    • A good degree, normally UK 2:2 or above, or significant experience in the creative arts or industries.
    • All master's applicants are interviewed, and a portfolio may be requested.

    Documents

    • Valid passport
    • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
    • Degree certificate and transcripts (for master's)
    • English test score
    • Portfolio or admissions assessment where the course asks for it
    • Personal statement

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    English language requirements

    English requirements
    Test or routeTypical requirement
    IELTS AcademicUndergraduate: 6.0 with 5.5 in each element. Master's: 6.5; MA course pages ask for at least 6.0 in each band.
    PTE AcademicUndergraduate: 59 with 59 in each element. Postgraduate: 62 with 59 in each element.
    TOEFL iBTUndergraduate 72, postgraduate 86 (component minimums apply). Tests from 21 January 2026: 4 (UG) or 4.5 (PG) overall.
    Duolingo English TestUndergraduate: 110 with 100 in each component. Postgraduate: 120 with 100 in each component.

    Accommodation and living costs

    BIMM does not run its own halls in the page text we could read. It publishes accommodation guides for London, Brighton, Manchester, Bristol and Birmingham covering areas, types of lettings and transport, so students usually rent privately or in private halls.

    Accommodation and living costs
    ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees

    Campus and location

    BIMM Music Institute teaches at city campuses in London, Brighton, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester, so you can pick the city that suits your budget and music scene.

    • Music courses in production, songwriting, performance and music business.
    • Same international fee at every UK campus.
    • Sister schools for film (MetFilm School) and performing arts (Performers College).
    • Campuses also in Dublin and Berlin.

    Careers and graduate outcomes

    BIMM says its courses give students industry connections and real-world experience. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide for the rules.

    Graduate outcomes
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    Studying in the UK

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    FAQs

    How much does BIMM cost for Indian students?

    BIMM Music Institute charges £15,950 a year for all full-time courses in 2026/27, or £13,950 if you accept your offer and pay the deposit early. The deposit is £4,000 for self-funded students.

    Can I pay in instalments?

    Yes. After the deposit, the balance can be paid in six monthly instalments from September to February.

    What IELTS score do I need?

    IELTS 6.0 with 5.5 in each band for bachelor's courses, and 6.5 (6.0 in each band on the MA pages) for master's courses.

    Which city should I choose?

    Music courses run in London, Brighton, Bristol, Birmingham and Manchester at the same fee. Rent and living costs differ between cities, so compare them in our UK guide.

    Sources

    1. BIMM Music Institute: fees and finance for international students (opens in a new tab)
    2. BIMM Music Institute: international students (opens in a new tab)
    3. BIMM Music Institute: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
    4. BIMM Music Institute: course finder (opens in a new tab)
    5. BIMM Music Institute: accommodation (opens in a new tab)
    6. BIMM University: About us (opens in a new tab)
    7. BIMM University: Schools (opens in a new tab)

    Official website: www.bimm.university (opens in a new tab)

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