BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute
Musical Theatre and Dance BA (Hons)
BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 100 graduates of Musical Theatre and Dance BA (Hons) at BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Music.

Overall student satisfaction
56 /100
100 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21271 £18245 £22037
25-75 percentile range £17669 - £24998 £13359 - £22844 £16542 - £27746

Course Description

About the course

The BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance undergraduate course will provide you with a balance of creative and artistic modules and with knowledge and practical skills, allowing you to explore the demanding world of the professional performing arts industry, an industry that is constantly evolving and which requires performers with the ability to be flexible and adaptable to its shifting needs. The course also aims to enrich the student experience by offering both a rigorous training, as well as a level of optionality, allowing the student to shape their own creative identity.

This undergraduate course has high contact hours to enable you to fulfil your potential as a professional artist. You will have a diverse and intensive programme of training that will facilitate you with the subject specific skills and knowledge enabling you to graduate as an industry ready professional.

At Performers College we believe the opportunity to work in the performing arts profession should be available to all and not prevented by monetary, physical or cultural restrictions. The three years are underpinned with a curriculum spine which develops both transferable and life skills essential for longevity within your chosen career path.

On successful completion of the BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance, graduates will be equipped with the necessary skills to access a variety of roles with optimum technique and a suitable level of autonomy to enter the world of performing arts.

Performers College is exceptionally proud of the success and longevity of its alumni. Graduates of Performers College can be seen in many West End shows, UK Tours, on prestigious television programmes and performing worldwide.

Performers College has an established and robust assessment structure. Each discipline (Ballet, Jazz, Tap, Contemporary, Acting, Singing,) is assessed separately at levels 4, 5 and 6, thus ensuring that all module learning outcomes are identified and fulfilled. Tutors and students are given clearly defined assessment criteria, directly linked to the module learning outcomes and teaching is specifically directed to assist students in meeting the criteria. Experiential learning is a key principle of study with a firm belief in reflective practice and professional evaluation. This is made evident through our teaching strategies and assessment procedures. Learning activities will be contextually specific, informed by practices that are typical of, and relevant to, the diverse disciplines that constitute the ‘Triple Threat’ performer. Students will engage in the commensurate study of dance, acting, singing and performance, developing subject -specific knowledge and skills. BA (Hons) Musical Theatre and Dance consists of practical subjects, underpinned with the curriculum spine.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

Normal entry requirements are 80 UCAS points from three A Levels at CCD (or an equivalent level 3 qualification), plus five GCSE's at C/4 or above including English Language. For applicants with significant prior professional experience, offers may be made under BIMM Institute Recognition of Prior Practice Policy.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

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

A minimum overall score of 170, and no lower than 165 in each band

TOEFL (iBT) 80

the minimum points must met in each band: Listening - 19 Reading - 19 Speaking - 21 Writing - 21

PTE Academic 50

A minimum score of 50 overall. At least 42 must be achieved in all four skills

Applicants that require a Student Visa to study can be accepted at the following location: Performers College Essex.
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Musical Theatre and Dance, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Musical Theatre and Dance BA (Hons)

Ireland £9250 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
EU £15950 year 1
International £15950 year 1

Additional fee information

Tuition Fees do not cover:

  • Dancewear, including shoes
  • Books
  • Trips relevant to your course
  • Accommodation

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

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.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute

The British and Irish Modern Music Institute is a group consisting of eight member colleges, with its locations spread mainly across the United Kingdom, and two locations in Germany. With each campus situated in a major city full of cultural activity, students can expect to have the opportunity to bring their musical abilities to real performance situations outside of the college building. In terms of staffing, BIMM only hires and works with experienced professionals in their respective industries, ensuring applicants that they’re in the best hands for moving forward in their music career.

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Student composition of BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute

Total number of students enrolled at BIMM - British and Irish Modern Music Institute by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
undergraduates:
6490
postgraduates:
230
Total:
6720

Where is this programme taught

Performers College Birmingham
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