This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.
BIMM University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The BA (Hons) Music Business, Events and Marketing is designed for aspiring professionals looking to thrive in the business side of the music and wider creative industries. Combining key elements of Business, Events, and Marketing, this course equips you with the entrepreneurial mindset, industry knowledge, and practical skills needed to succeed in today’s fast - paced music landscape. Throughout this three-year degree, you will develop expertise in music commerce, event management, marketing, and digital branding, learning through a mix of real-world projects, industry placements, and hands on experiences.
- Year One provides a foundation in industry structures, live music, artist management, marketing, and music publishing.
- Year Two builds on business fundamentals, exploring financing, digital trends, social media, and optional specialisms such as record label management or touring.
- Year Three focuses on innovation and entrepreneurship, culminating in a Final Project, alongside advanced topics in business ethics, music law, and audience engagement.
Modules
Students can expect to study the following core modules: YEAR 1:
- The Music Business
- Content Creators Toolkit
- Music Event Planning & Promotion
- The Creative Industries
- Artist Management
- Music Publishing
- Event Production & Tours
- The Creative Industries & You
- Business & Entrepreneurship
- Marketing
- Defining Your Practice in Context
- Financing Innovation
- Live Sound
- Exploring Your Practice Through Collaboration
- Industry Futures
- Digital Design & Branding
- Final Project
- Employability Toolkit
Assessment method
Assessment methods are varied and balanced to suit a wide range of students and may take practical, written, portfolio or other form. Students are given the opportunity to work collaboratively with those studying other music related disciplines, representative of the way in which the Music and wider Creative Industries also require collaboration. All written and portfolio assessments are submitted electronically by way of a Virtual Learning Environment and where possible, feedback is delivered in audio and/or video form, as well as written. Examples of methods used: - Practical Exams - Written exams - Practical coursework - Multimedia coursework - Written coursework - Presentations
How to apply
This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.
14Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
BIMM University welcomes applicants from International countries that will require a student visa to study in the UK. Applicants must meet requirements set by UKVI. Upon acceptance of an offer you may be required to attend a consultation with a member of the International Admissions team.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MPP
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Interview
Once your application is received, you will be contacted by a member of the admissions team to arrange an interview. Full guidelines on what to prepare will be emailed to you.
Other
Our auditions and interviews are conducted in a relaxed and supportive manner. They are as much about you assessing us and making sure BIMM Music Institute is the right place for you to study. The audition or interview also gives you another opportunity to learn more about the course you have applied for. Auditions, Interviews and Portfolio Submissions Depending on which course you choose, you may need to attend an audition, interview or submit a portfolio of work as part of your application.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | a minimum of 5.5 must be achieved in each band (Reading, writing, listening, speaking) |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Level B2 | A minimum overall score of 170, and no lower than 165 in each band |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | the minimum points must met in each band: Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | A minimum score of 59 overall. At least 59 must be achieved in all four skills |
We also accept the following qualifications: - ESOL Skills for Life Level B2 (Higher B2 on CEFR Scale) - IGCSE English Language (First Language) at C/4 or above - IGCSE English Language (Second Language) at B/3 or above - International Baccalaureate Standard English A at grade 4, OR Higher Level English B at grade 4. If you have studied a different English Language qualification, please send details to the admissions team and we will confirm if it can be accepted. Applicants that need a student visa to study will be required to have taken a UKVI approved qualification, achieving the minimum requirements. Full details can be viewed on our website. Applicants must have met the minimum requirement and be in receipt of results prior to enrolment.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| EU | £15950* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| International | £15950* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
The tuition fee shown is for year 1 of study only.
Fees may be subject to increase on an annual basis, and do not cover additional costs such as:
Visa application costs
Living costs (rent/bills/travel)
Equipment required for your course
(computer and software/instrument/books)
Sponsorship information
Each year we offer various bursaries and scholarships. For further information, please view details on the BIMM University website
Provider information
BIMM University
38-42 Brunswick Street West
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 1EL