Course overview
BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance is a undergraduate (bachelor's) course in arts, design & media at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London, United Kingdom. It takes 3 years, with intakes in September.
Institute of Contemporary Music Performance is a private institution. Read the full course description, modules and entry rules on the official course page.
Key highlights
| University | Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (Private) |
|---|---|
| Location | London, United Kingdom |
| Course | BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance |
| Level | Bachelor's (undergraduate) |
| Subject area | Arts, Design & Media |
| Duration | 3 years |
| Tuition per year | £16,750 (≈ ₹20.4 lakh) |
| Intakes | September |
| English requirement | IELTS 5.5 (5.5 in each component), PTE 59 or Duolingo 100 |
Interested in BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance?A counsellor checks your eligibility and helps you apply, free of charge.
Fees and costs
Tuition for international students is £16,750 a year, about ₹20.4 lakh. Over 3 years that is roughly £50,250 (≈ ₹61.3 lakh) before any yearly increase.
2027/28 non-EU fee for BA and BMus programmes (London, Liverpool or Leeds)
Living costs for the UK as a whole: £12,000–18,000 a year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Plan my monthly living costsCareer outcomes
Graduate employment
100%
In work or further study 15 months after the course
Highly skilled jobs
30%
In highly skilled work 15 months after the course
Average (median) salary
£28,000
≈ ₹34.2 lakh a year
Typical range £26,500–30,000
Job roles
- Musician
- Music producer
- Sound engineer
- Sound designer
- Music therapist
- Private music teacher
Employers hiring for these roles worldwide
Universal Music Group
Sony
Warner Music Group
Spotify
TUI
BBC
Disney
Netflix
Apple
Abbey Road Studios
Eligibility
General entry requirements at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance for bachelor's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.
- Class 12 (Senior School Secondary Certificate) with an overall 60%, or 55% with RSL Grades 6–8.
- Every applicant must pass an audition or interview; this can be done online.
- A deposit of 50% of the first year's tuition fee secures your place.
English requirements
For this course: IELTS 5.5 (5.5 in each component), PTE 59 or Duolingo 100.
| Test | What the university asks for |
|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic or UKVI) | BA and BMus: 5.5 overall with 5.5 in all components. MA and MMus: the page lists 5.5 overall with at least 6.0 in all components. |
| PTE Academic | 59 overall with 59 in each component (undergraduate and postgraduate). |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 72; postgraduate 79 (minimums: listening 17, writing 17, speaking 20, reading 18). |
| Duolingo English Test | Undergraduate 100 overall; postgraduate 105 overall, with subscore minimums. |
| Indian Class 12 English | ICMP's India entry requirements list Standard 12th English at 60%. Confirm with admissions before relying on it for a Student visa. |
Intakes
This course starts in: September.
Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UKHow to apply
- Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
- Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
- Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
- Apply through UCAS and pay any application fee.
- Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
- Apply for your student visa for the UK, then arrange accommodation.
Documents you'll need
- Valid passport
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- Degree certificate and transcripts (postgraduate)
- English test score or Class 12 English result
- Personal statement
- Audition or portfolio material, as asked for by the course
About Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) is a private music school in London, with campuses also in Liverpool and Leeds. It has taught contemporary music for more than 35 years and offers Cert HE, bachelor's and master's courses in performance, songwriting, music production, audio engineering, music business, marketing and live events. About 40% of its students are international, including students from India.
International (non-EU) fees for 2027/28 entry are £16,750 a year for BA and BMus degrees and for full-time MA and MMus courses in London. ICMP's Creative Development Scholarship is not open to non-EU students, and it has no halls of its own, but it helps students find private housing.
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More courses at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance
- MA Music Business1 year (full time) · £16,750 / year
- MA Event Management & Experience Design1 year (full time) · £16,750 / year
- MA Creative Music Production (London)1 year (full time) · £16,750 / year
- MMus Popular Music Performance1 year (full time) · £16,750 / year
- BA (Hons) Music Business and Entrepreneurship3 years · £16,750 / year
- BA (Hons) Creative Music Production3 years · £16,750 / year
FAQs
What is the fee for BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance?
The tuition for international students is £16,750 a year (about ₹20.4 lakh). 2027/28 non-EU fee for BA and BMus programmes (London, Liverpool or Leeds). Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.
How long is BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance?
The course takes 3 years.
What English score do I need?
IELTS 5.5 (5.5 in each component), PTE 59 or Duolingo 100. Some universities also accept Class 12 English marks or other tests; confirm on the course page.
When can I start?
Intakes: September. Apply early: popular courses can fill up before the deadline.
Can Admission Mantra help me apply?
Yes. A counsellor checks your eligibility, helps you prepare your documents and statement of purpose, and guides you through the application and visa. The first conversation is free.
We researched this page on 28 Oct 2026 from the university's own pages. Fees, entry rules and intakes change every year; confirm them on the official course page before you apply. Listing a course doesn't mean Admission Mantra represents the university.
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