Commercial Modern Music / Nuacheol Tráchtála DT506
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Qualification awarded: BA (Commerical Modern Music) Level 8 / BA (Nuacheol Tráchtála) Leibhéal 8
Duration of programme:
4 years
Type of programme:
Honours Degree
Number of places:
100 approx.
What is Commercial Modern Music?
BIMM is a rock and roll college run by musicians for musicians and is the UK’s leading provider of modern music vocational and higher education courses. BIMM Dublin brings an exciting new contemporary music education opportunity to Ireland, offering a BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music - the first of its kind in the country. The course is validated by DIT (Dublin Institute of Technology).
Instrumental Streams: Drums, Bass, Guitar, Vocals, Songwriting
The BA (Hons) in Commercial Modern Music is a 4 year programme which has been designed specifically for guitarists, bass players, drummers, vocalists, songwriters, music teachers and those running commercial music projects who want to gain a level 8 qualification in modern music, while at the same time fulfilling their creative and commercial potential. The programme encourages musicians to hone their live performance skills whilst developing their career goals using a deadline-driven project management approach- keeping focus on the individual’s aspirations.
What are my career opportunities?
BIMM Group enjoys outstanding retention and achievement rates, excellent student feedback and a strong track record of alumni success; BIMM students have scored an unprecedented thirty UK Top 40 singles and Top 20 albums including The Kooks (who have sold over 2 million albums), Beth Rowley and Kate Walsh. Many more are working throughout the music industry within artist management, record labels, music publishing and live music production.
What other options do I have after completion?
Students who have reached the appropriate honours standard may have access to a wide range of Masters Degrees in DIT and elsewhere in Higher Education.
What will I study on this programme?
The BA (Hons) includes a mixture of classroom study, live performance and specialist workshops from BIMM’s studios and lecture rooms, equipped with a choice of vintage and state-of-the-art music gear in The BIMM Dublin building located in the city centre. The programme will be delivered by active professional tutors, all of whom have a variety of touring, performing and session experience, and a background in the professional music industry.
In addition to practical and academic lessons, course delivery is supported by BIMM Dublin’s comprehensive tutorial system that enables every musician to benefit from widespread access to music industry professionals for expert help and advice. There are also many extra-curricular activities including rehearsing, recording and performing in public, and visits from high level professional musicians and other music industry personnel.
Module listing
Year One & Year Two
Styles & Techniques, Advanced Musicianship, Music Business, Artist Development, Song Preparation, Live Performance Workshop (LPW), Theory & Aural Perception, Sight Reading.
Modules in Traditional Irish Music in DIT Conservatory of Music & Drama may be available subject to audition.
Year Three
All students take the mandatory modules in their third year of study:
Research, Cultural Perspectives, Professional Musicianship, Theory & Transcription.
You will be required to make a selection of optional modules:
Performance in Context, Session Skills, Commercial Band Management, Studio Recording, The Songwriter/ Producer.
Modules in Traditional Irish Music in DIT Conservatory of Music & Drama may be available subject to audition.
Year Four
All students take the mandatory modules in their fourth year of study:
Personal & Business Development, Analytical Perspectives, Professional Project (Two years of hard work come together in the realisation of the student’s final year project).
You will be required to make a selection of optional modules:
Solo Performance, Ensemble Performance, Commercial Songwriting, Music Business Studies, Music Teaching Practice.
Modules in Traditional Irish Music in DIT Conservatory of Music & Drama may be available subject to audition.
Entry Requirements
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Other Requirements: All applicants must attend an assessment / audition to establish their playing standard and eligibility for the course. Assessments will not commence until after the CAO deadline of the 1st of February 2012. A few weeks after the CAO closing date, we will contact all those who have applied and call them for assessment / audition. We will be running our assessments up until at least April. |
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What our students say!
Following graduation Here are some quotes from students who have attended our sister colleges in the UK:
- Beth Rowley – BIMM Graduate: “Having graduated from BIMM Brighton, I understand how important it is to receive professional training for a lasting career within the music industry. BIMM provides a vital link between the education community and the music industry and the lessons I learnt there have been invaluable to me, so far in my professional career.”
- Kate Walsh – BIMM Graduate: “Attending BIMM was brilliant ... it enabled me to spend a whole year mixing, studying and socializing with like minded people and musicians. It was such an inspiring time for all of us!”
Further information is available from
View BIMM's Frequently Asked Questions [Click here (PDF) ]
View BIMM's programme description [Click here]
BIMM Dublin College Manager:
Dara Kilkenny
E: info@bimm.ie
W: www.bimm.ie
