MA Popular Music Practice
BIMM University
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Our MA in Popular Music Practice focuses on the development and execution of a large–scale, individually tailored music–related project. This project will help you to grow within your areas of specialism and become ready to take the next step in your career.Over a full year of study (two years if you have chosen the part-time option), you will be pushed to expand and develop your personal, musical and industry practices. Focus on the ways that research, collaboration, performance, production ...Read more

Our MA in Popular Music Practice focuses on the development and execution of a large–scale, individually tailored music–related project. This project will help you to grow within your areas of specialism and become ready to take the next step in your career.Over a full year of study (two years if you have chosen the part-time option), you will be pushed to expand and develop your personal, musical and industry practices. Focus on the ways that research, collaboration, performance, production and more can be aligned in your project and practice.The MA Popular Music Practice course structure is designed to cover theoretical, practical and collaborative elements. It culminates in a major project of your choice focusing on one or more specialisms.Which specialisms will you choose?For your major project, you’ll focus on one or more of these areas of specialism in detail, tailoring your studies individually, whilst taking your understanding of theory, practice and research to an advanced level.Students are encouraged to combine these specialisms in creative ways, developing and producing original bespoke projects that can continue and flourish after their studies are complete. Performance Production Composition Entrepreneurship

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Emily
04 Mar 25

Great lecturers, laid back environment, always made to feel comfortable..Read more

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Iris
04 Mar 25

Really great links to the industry, good for connections. Some of the facilities are slightly outdated. Need more student space...Read more

Entry requirements

A good degree (normally 2.2 or above) or significant experience in a relevant field. All applicants will be subject to interview and a portfolio may also be requested for Recognition of Prior Certified or Experiential Learning (RPCEL). If you meet certain criteria, you may be eligible for a contextual offer with reduced entry requirements.

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£15,950 per year

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Popular Music Performance - BMus (Hons)
Really great links to the industry, good for connections. Some of the facilities are slightly outdated. Need more student space....
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BIMM University
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Nearest tube station: Fulham Broadway  0.1 miles away Nearest train station: West Brompton  0.3 miles away
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