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MA Creative Music Production (London)

Institute of Contemporary Music Performance · London, United Kingdom · Master's (postgraduate)

Researched 28 Oct 2026

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Level

Master's

Duration

1 year (full time)

Tuition / year

£16,750 (≈ ₹20.4 lakh)

Intakes

September

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Course overview

MA Creative Music Production (London) is a postgraduate (master's) course in arts, design & media at Institute of Contemporary Music Performance in London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year (full time), 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

Key highlights
UniversityInstitute of Contemporary Music Performance (Private)
LocationLondon, United Kingdom
CourseMA Creative Music Production (London)
LevelMaster's (postgraduate)
Subject areaArts, Design & Media
Duration1 year (full time)
Tuition per year£16,750 (≈ ₹20.4 lakh)
IntakesSeptember
English requirementIELTS 5.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (as published), or PTE 59

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Fees and costs

Tuition for international students is £16,750 a year, about ₹20.4 lakh.

2027/28 non-EU fee for full-time MA and MMus programmes in London; Glasgow fees not yet set

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.

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Career outcomes

Graduate employment

80.3%

Sustained employment with or without further study, 1 year after graduation, tax year 2023-24

Average (median) salary

£23,900

≈ ₹29.2 lakh a year

Median annualised earnings

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 master's courses. Some courses ask for more, so check the course page.

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent with 55%.
  • An audition or interview is part of the application.
  • A deposit of 50% of the first year's tuition fee secures your place.

English requirements

For this course: IELTS 5.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (as published), or PTE 59.

English tests accepted
TestWhat 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 Academic59 overall with 59 in each component (undergraduate and postgraduate).
TOEFL iBTUndergraduate 72; postgraduate 79 (minimums: listening 17, writing 17, speaking 20, reading 18).
Duolingo English TestUndergraduate 100 overall; postgraduate 105 overall, with subscore minimums.
Indian Class 12 EnglishICMP's India entry requirements list Standard 12th English at 60%. Confirm with admissions before relying on it for a Student visa.

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Intakes

This course starts in: September.

Upcoming intakes and deadlines in the UK

How to apply

  1. Check the entry requirements and the deadline on the official course page.
  2. Take IELTS, PTE or the test the university accepts, if you need one.
  3. Prepare your documents: transcripts, statement of purpose, recommendation letters and CV.
  4. Apply on the university's application portal and pay any application fee.
  5. Accept your offer, meet any conditions and pay the deposit.
  6. 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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FAQs

What is the fee for MA Creative Music Production (London) 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 full-time MA and MMus programmes in London; Glasgow fees not yet set. Fees usually rise each year, so check the course page before you apply.

How long is MA Creative Music Production (London)?

The course takes 1 year (full time).

What English score do I need?

IELTS 5.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component (as published), or PTE 59. 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.

  1. Institute of Contemporary Music Performance: MA Creative Music Production (London) (opens in a new tab)
  2. ICMP: course fees for EU, EEA and international students (2027/28) (opens in a new tab)
  3. ICMP: international students (opens in a new tab)
  4. ICMP: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. ICMP: international entry requirements (India) (opens in a new tab)

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