About Us
Whatever your dream, you’ve come to the right place. BIMM is the largest and leading provider of music education in Europe. For over 35 years, we’ve taken raw talents and turned them into industry professionals, earning a living doing what they love. And as you’ll see from our graduate employment statistics – as well as world-conquering BIMM alumni like James Bay and George Ezra – nobody does it better.
We’ve got the next-generation facilities at our eight colleges in London, Berlin, Dublin, Manchester, Bristol, Birmingham, Hamburg and Brighton. We’ve got the experienced tutors who’ve done it for real, and contacts across the local, national and global music industry. And we’ll give you the skills, experience and industry contacts to break into your chosen field.
Stop dreaming and kick-start your music career at BIMM. We’re ready when you are.
Why Us?
We use our industry connections to generate unique opportunities for our students, giving them the best possible start to their career. For 35 years, we’ve sparked the creativity and sharpened the skill-sets of our students, helping them achieve dream roles at the top of the industry. BIMM’s success-rate says it all.
We’ve kick-started the careers of household names like Fountains DC George Ezra, James Bay, The Kooks, Tom Odell, Radiohead, Black Honey, Fickle Friends and Ella Mai – not to mention countless top songwriters, musicians , agents, producers, journalists, business professionals and major-label managers.
Dublin is music. It’s a vital, living part of the city’s identity with music venues on every corner, from iconic arenasto atmospheric bars. A stroll around Dublin is like a musical history tour. From the musical hub of Wexford Street to The Workman’s Club – venues run by music fans for music fans – the soundtrack to Dublin is as varied as it comes: trad to electro- pop, folk to rock, pop to rockabilly, all blaring out from pubs and bars. Just follow your ears.
At BIMM, you’ll learn from the best. Hosted by the industry’s biggest artists and most respected professionals, our regular masterclasses are a great opportunity to pick up insider knowledge and fill your contacts book, as you network with A-list musicians, songwriters, label executives, A&Rs and booking agents. Previous guests include: The Edge (U2), Josh Homme (Queens of the Stone Age), Hozier, John Grant, Danny O’Donoghue (The Script), Imelda May, Chad Smith (Red Hot Chili Peppers), Neil Hannon (Divine Comedy), Lianne La Havas, Snarky Puppy and a number of world renowned session musicians including Thomas Lang, John Scofield, Stu Hamm and producer Ethan Johns.
Live music is a vital part of the modern industry, so don’t expect your life at BIMM to be spent snoozing in a classroom. Instead, your course will take you to the heart of the city’s local scene, where you’ll sharpen your live chops and business acumen as you play, stage and promote regular gigs. You’ll also help to run BIMM’s end-of-term gigs, showcasing our musicians, bands and songwriters at events across the city.
All of our tutors are experienced music industry professionals. Their expertise range from songwriting and performance to music production, publishing and all things music business related. Our faculty includes active members on the Irish and international music scenes such as Rory Doyle (Hozier), Ro Yourell (Delorentos), Danny Snow (Villagers) Cormac Curran, (Hozier, Villagers, Lisa Hannigan, John Grant), Alan Duggan (Girlband), Louise MacNamara (Heathers) and music managers Michael Roe (All Tvvins) and Jim Lawless (The Coronas).
At BIMM, we’re dedicated to giving you the skills, experience, contacts and confidence to let you thrive in the modern music industry. And with 86% of BIMM alumni in employment six months after graduation – and 83% of those working in the international music and creative industries – our track-record speaks for itself.
Study at BIMM and you can expect a forward-thinking degree course that adapts to your evolving career plans. Supported by our expert tutors, you’ll master all the real-world skills that employers demand.
BIMM Institute Dublin programmes enhances student employability prospects in a variety of areas in the music and creative industries including the following: commercial band performance, live session playing, playing on recording sessions, band management, music journalism, live TV and radio broadcasting, tour management, stage management, film, game and multimedia licensing and music composition, performing in both wedding and cover function bands, musical theatre, working in a variety of roles in music venues, event promotion, Artiste and Repertoire and record labels, working in live music agencies and teaching music.
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Clubs & Societies
Alongside lessons we run clubs, such as Keyboard Club and Business Club. We offer to unlimited career tutorials, so you can discuss your future music industry goals and pastoral meetings with our dedicated Student Services team to help you deal with any personal issued whilst you’re studying.
Accommodation
Dublin has various types of accommodation available such as private student accommodation, house shares, flats and ‘digs’ with a host family. Facebook is also a great way of linking up with students at BIMM and our Student Services team have a dedicated private Facebook group to help students advertise rooms and team up to find accommodation. Just search ‘BIMM Dublin Accommodation Forum’
We’ve put together a helpful guide to assist you with the process: BIMM Institute Dublin Accommodation Pack.
Students studying on TU Dublin accredited courses can also avail of supports offered at the TU Dublin Accommodation office at: TU Dublin Campus Life
Fees and Grants
BA (HONS) IN COMMERCIAL MODERN MUSIC
This course is part of the Free Fees Scheme, so if you’re eligible, you’ll only have to pay the student contribution fee which is currently €3,000. To check if you are, take a look at the Student Finance website. Detailed information on fees is available from the Registration Office at DIT.
For further information on additional funding you can also contact Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI).
FOUNDATION DIPLOMA IN PROFESSIONAL MUSICIANSHIPFor the academic year 2019/2020, fees for this course are €2,200. They’re payable directly to BIMM Dublin, with a deposit of €300 required to accept and secure a place on the course. A monthly payment plan is available for this course.
BIMM DUBLIN DIPLOMA IN MUSIC AND AUDIO PRODUCTION AND DIPLOMA IN MUSIC BUSINESSFor the academic year 2019/2020, fees for this course are €2,200. They’re payable directly to BIMM Dublin, with a deposit of €300 required to accept and secure a place on the course. A monthly payment plan is available for this course.
Detailed information on fees is available from the Registration Office at TU Dublin.Student Supports
We are committed to helping students fulfil their potential during their time at BIMM Institute Dublin and we place an emphasis on supporting the development of our students both academically and personally. With this in mind, the Student Services team is available at every step of the student journey to offer confidential support and guidance on issues such as stress, alcohol and drugs, disability and learning support, family/friends/relationship problems, sexual health, eating disorders, depression and anxiety issues; as well as on-going academic and practical learning support and advice. We also offer a wide range of additional support services that are designed to meet students’ academic and welfare needs and to enrich the BIMM Institute Dublin experience including disability support and counselling.
Transport Links
BIMM Institute Dublin is situated in the heart of Dublin’s Liberties and operates out of two campuses, Francis St and the Coombe, a short 15-minute walk from Dublin City Centre.
BIMM Institute Dublin is well connected to the rest of the city via public transport .
BIKE/WALK
Dublin’s centre is compact and easily walkable and good for cycling. Dublin Bikes is the bike sharing scheme for Dublin city. The stations are distributed throughout the city centre to enable easy access and optimal use. More info can be found at Dublin Bikes website.
BUS
BIMM Institute Dublin’s Francis Street and Coombe buildings are well serviced by buses from all over the city. There are bus stops on Patrick Street, Thomas Street and Cork Street that are just a stone’s throw away from BIMM Institute Dublin.
27 Clare Hall – Jobstown
151 Docklands (East Rd.) – Foxborough
56a, 77a Ringsend – Tallaght/ Citywest
49, 54a Pearse Street – Tallaght/ Ellensborough
13 Harristown – Grange Castle
40 Finglas Village – Liffey Valley Shopping Centre
123 Walkinstown – Marino
For details about service times and route information please refer to www.dublinbus.ie
TRAIN/LUAS
BIMM is easily accessible from Dublin’s four main railway stations – Heuston, Connolly, Pearse Street and Tara Street. The LUAS stops at St. Stephen’s Green, James’s Street and the Four Courts are all within walking distance of BIMM. Have a look at irishrail.ie and luas.ie for more information