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ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSICDIPLOMA IN LIVE SOUND AND TOUR MANAGEMENT

MUSIC DIPLOMAS

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WELCOME

In the following pages your Heads of Department introduce themselves including our new Head of Further Education Michael Bowes. They set out some essential equipment lists and recommended reading for you to get started on along with other important information on enrolment, gigs, campuses, learning support, bus routes, and careers information, all of which are designed to help your smooth induction into BIMM life.

To deliver your courses, our industry professionals will bring in their vast experience as performers, songwriters and live sound technicians along with many years of teaching experience to ensure they provide you with a vocationally relevant learning experience. If I can give you one piece of advice for when you are here, it would be to get involved in every opportunity we provide. Whether it is a gig audition, learning support, masterclass or careers tutorial, BIMM is set up to give you the experience and support needed to help you improve your skill and provide you with the qualification for whatever is next in your journey.

I look forward to meeting you all and remember, we are all here to help you fulfil your potential in whatever path you have chosen in the music industry.

MARTIN WRIGHTCollege Principal

I WOULD LIKE TO WELCOME YOU TO YOUR DIPLOMA COURSE AT BIMM INSTITUTE BRIGHTON. IN THIS PACK YOU WILL FIND USEFUL INFORMATION REGARDING YOUR QUALIFICATION AND GUIDES TO HELP YOU PREPARE FOR YOUR TIME ON THE COURSE.

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04 INTRODUCTION05 INDUCTION AND ENROLMENT06 COURSE INFORMATION07 ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC BASS08 ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC DRUMS09 ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC GUITAR10 ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC VOCALS11 ARTIST DEVELOPMENT DIPLOMA IN MODERN MUSIC SONGWRITING12 DIPLOMA IN LIVE SOUND AND TOUR MANAGEMENT13 RECOMMENDED RESOURCES14 STUDENT SUPPORT18 TRANSPORT19 GET CONNECTED AT BIMM21 FACULTY INFORMATION

CONTENTS

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Congratulations on your acceptance to BIMM Brighton. I am very envious of the journey that you are about to undertake. The course ahead of you and the opportunities that go with it are truly exciting. Not only will you be enhancing your musicianship but you will also be expanding your knowledge, giving you a rounded musical education that paves the way for success. As well as the exciting musical experiences that are ahead of you it is worth noting that you are studying on a highly valuable Diploma Course. This qualification will not only put you on track for your musical goals but it will also open the door to Higher Education study.

My role at BIMM is to oversee the assessments and help ensure that the curriculum runs smoothly and effectively. Your success and happiness is paramount and we can’t wait to see what you achieve this year.

INTRODUCTION

LEVEL 3 DIPLOMAS

Artist Development and Live Sound and Tour Management:

The Edexcel award in Artist Development and Live Sound and Tour Management are a recognised Level 3 qualifications within the National Qualifications framework which, if successfully obtained, will gain you access onto the 3 year BA courses that run at BIMM Institute Brighton (subject to grades and a progression interview if required), as well as higher education courses at other institutions.

USEFUL CONTACTSADMISSIONS: [email protected] SUPPORT: [email protected]: [email protected]

I’d like to take this opportunity to introduce myself: My name is Michael Bowes and I will be the new Head of FE. I’ve taught at BIMM Brighton for over ten years and my expertise are in drumming and percussion.

I’m passionate about ensuring you get the best opportunities for a future career in the music industry. My role will be to meet with you individually at regular intervals to discuss the course, your progress, your strengths and mentor you through any areas for development. This will also provide you with an opportunity to discuss any concerns that you may have.

Your happiness is my priority. Look forward to meeting you at enrolment.

HEAD OF FURTHER EDUCATION (FE) MICHAEL BOWES

FURTHER EDUCATION CURRICULUM LEADER DANIEL LATHAM

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INDUCTION AND ENROLMENTIN ORDER TO PREPARE YOU FOR STUDYING YOUR COURSE, YOU ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND AN ENROLMENT SESSION AND INDUCTION EVENT

Towards the end of August you will be sent instructions on how to pre-enrol onto your course. You will be asked to complete a pre-enrolment form and upload some essential personal information, as detailed at the bottom of this page. It is really important this part of enrolment is completed before you come in for your actual enrolment session.

You will be asked to attend an enrolment session at some point during the week commencing 19th September. You will be informed of the exact date once you have completed your pre-enrolment. At your enrolment event you will receive important information about the College and your course, including your timetable and course book plus you will get the opportunity to meet your future class mates.

TERM DATES

ENROLMENT WEEK: commencing 19th September 2016

TERM 1: 3rd October 2016-9th December 2016TERM 2: 9th January 2017-17th March 2017TERM 3: 10th April 2017-16th June 2017

PRE-ENROLMENT FOR YOUR COURSEAll students are required to complete pre-enrolment information prior to your enrolment day. You will have been sent an e-mail with a link to the pre-enrolment portal which will guide you through all the required processes.Below is a list of things that MUST be completed:

Pre-enrolment form must be completed in full and submitted – the link to this form will have been sent to you by e-mail

Passport style photo – This will be used for your student ID card. Please follow the guidelines on the pre-enrolment portal. You will not be able to enter BIMM buildings without an ID card.

Proof of ID – please upload a colour scan of your passport/driving license/Citizen card to the pre-enrolment portal

Proof of Academic Qualifications – If you have not already sent copies to the Admissions team colour scans of your academic qualifications should be uploaded to the pre-enrolment portal

PRE ENROLMENT FORMS MUST BE COMPLETED BY THE 12th SEPTEMBER 2016.PLEASE NOTE: Timetables cannot be provided before enrolment. This is a full-time course and the timetables given to you at enrolment are not flexible. Any part-time jobs must work around the timetable given.

We will also being holding Induction and Freshers’ Events the following week, from the 26th September, which will be a fantastic opportunity to meet and network with lots of BIMM students and watch some brilliant bands. The Induction week culminates with a special BIMM Freshers’ Gig and an Induction event at the Theatre Royal in Brighton city centre, on Friday the 30th September.

IF YOU DO NOT ATTEND YOUR ENROLMENT SESSION, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO START YOUR COURSE.

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COURSE INFORMATION

Diploma

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MODERN MUSIC BASS HEAD OF BASS FRANC O’SHEA

With many opportunities available for bassists in the music industry, our aim is to help you create a strong musical foundation which you can build on as you develop your playing skills. Whether you intend to progress on to the degree course or just want to improve your playing, the diploma course will increase your understanding of what is required of today’s bass player providing skills that will enable you to play in a variety of situations.

Our courses feature high quality tuition from seasoned players who are all currently active in the music industry and have a clear idea about all aspects of the bass player’s role. Techniques, styles, theory, ear training and music in context are all covered, which will enable you to make the most of your time at BIMM as you progress and develop a range of important musical skills.

Artist Development Diploma

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Bass and lead

Tuner

Metronome/Metronome app (Pro Metronome)

Headphones and 1/4 jack input

Stationery and manuscript paper

Spare strings

Ear plugs

All students are strongly advised to wear ear protection when in class, practising or performing.

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HEAD OF DRUMS PAT GARVEY

For the aspiring drummer coming to study at BIMM, you are taking the first step to owning your career, broadening your horizons and putting yourself in a position to begin being able to take advantage of unique opportunities, world class tuition and support for your development as a budding musician. You’ll have the chance to network with 1,000s of like minded musicians and, being based in Brighton, you’ll become part of one of the most vibrant and diverse music scenes in the world.

The course will provide you with the highest standard of tuition and will help you to develop your own voice on your instrument and excellence in your chosen discipline. You’ll get the support you need to help develop your career along the path you want to take it, and you’ll be supported and guided on your journey by tutors who have the experience of working in the music industry at the highest levels worldwide. Subjects like styles, performance, technique, theory, business, pre-production and much more, are all covered in depth by experienced industry professionals, not just with a proven track record in their field but in education as well, and all taught within our world class facilities.


ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Sticks and brushes

Practice pad




Ear plugs

MODERN MUSIC DRUMS


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HEAD OF GUITAR DAMIEN MORRIS

The guitar tutors at BIMM Institute Brighton will provide you with the skills and knowledge that will help you become a complete guitarist ready for the ever expanding world of contemporary music.

Musical elements, techniques and styles will be linked together to help you apply them to your own personal passions for music, as well as helping you become involved with other talented musicians.

The common ground between different styles and genres will become clear as you develop musicality as an individual as well as the tools every musician needs to work creatively and effectively in a band situation.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Guitar and lead

Tuner




Spare strings

Ear plugs

Capo

Slide

Various plectrums


MODERN MUSIC GUITAR


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HEAD OF VOCALS KATE CAMERON

Brighton is the home of many a rock star because it’s beautiful, it’s quirky and it cherishes the creative soul; it’s big enough to attract the attention of the musical elite, and small enough for you to make a big impression on. I hope you are really excited to be here!

I’m sure you have joined us because you know you have talent and you want to train it to the point where music can be your career. This is exactly what we want – to develop our students as excellent vocalists and live performers, ready for real work. So you are going to be taught exclusively by high achieving professionals who will gladly pass on the skills, knowledge and love of the art of vocalising that have taken them so far in your chosen industry.

You’re just about to set out on an amazing journey. You will be surrounded by music and inspired by great talent from tutors, guests and of course your fellow students, a microcosm of the music industry with links across the world. From this pool will come the connections you will keep for the whole of your working life.

So get ready to launch, to work and to play hard and to grab all the opportunities that are going to be coming your way. And don’t forget to love the music! That’s at the heart of why we’re all here.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Microphone and lead

Keyboard


Small practice amp


MODERN MUSIC VOCALS


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HEAD OF SONGWRITING JAKE SHILLINGFORD

The outstanding stable of professional songwriting tutors we have at Brighton will provide you with the skills and knowledge that will hone your skills in composition and performance, ready for the ever expanding world of contemporary music.

Musical and compositional elements and performance and styles will be professionally linked together to help you apply them to your own personal passions for music, as well as helping you become involved with other talented musicians.

The common ground between different styles and genres will become clear as you develop your own musicality as an individual, as well as the tools every songwriter needs to work creatively and effectively in the music industry. I hope you make the most of your exciting musical journey and I wish you the very best of luck! Work hard and enjoy every moment!

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Keyboard


Ear plugs


MODERN MUSIC SONGWRITING


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HEAD OF LIVE SOUND AND TOUR MANAGEMENT ZOE MARTIN

Welcome Live Sound and Tour Management students to your BIMM Institute Brighton course. Your time here will give you the necessary skills and networking opportunities to really focus on what you want for your career in the music industry, be it front of house engineer, backline technician, monitors or setting up and managing your own events. The course will provide you with the necessary entry qualification for one of our industry renowned BA programmes which include Event Management and Music Production.

Whilst studying at BIMM Institute Brighton you will have a chance to meet like minded aspiring professionals from all aspects of the industry allowing you to start networking with potential managers, performers, producers and technicians that you could end up working with on your journey into and through the professional music industry. Your tutors will guide you through an essential selection of modules, including ‘Live Sound Practice’, ‘Backline Sound & Production’, ‘Ear Training & Mixing’ and ‘Tour and Events Management’. Whilst supporting your learning, your tutors will also provide you with their hands on experience on the road, giving you the tools and knowledge to continue in their foot steps. There will be opportunities for you to shadow our live sound team and other industry professionals in performance classes as well as out in real world scenarios.

I wish you every success with the year ahead.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

Stationery

Ear plugs


LIVE SOUND ENGINEERING AND TOUR MANAGEMENT

Diploma in

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JOURNALS/MAGAZINES

Music Week (Main UK Industry Magazine)

M Magazine (PRS Magazine)

Mojo Magazine

NME

Q Magazine

The Fly

The Guardian Guide (Saturdays)

TWITTER FEEDS TO FOLLOW

@thebpi

@ppluk

@CMU

@songlinesmag

@basca_uk

@theivors

@musicweeknews

@m_magazineprs

@prsformusic

@prsfoundation

@uk_music

@aim_uk

@recordoftheday

@officialcharts

@guardianmusic

WEBSITES/BLOGS

PRS – www.prsformusic.com

PPL – www.ppluk.com

BASCA – www.basca.org.uk

SONGLINES – www.songlines.co.uk

AUDIOBOO (Music Section) www.audioboo.fm/browse/music/boos

Brighton Open Mic Nights www.brightonandhoveopenmicnights.weebly.com

The Quietus – www.thequietus.com

Drowned in Sound – www.drownedinsound.com

Fact – www.factmag.com

Pitchfork – www.pitchfork.com

The Line of Best Fit – www.thelineofbestfit.com

The 405 – www.thefourohfive.com

The Guardian Music – www.theguardian.com/music

Clashmusic – www.clashmusic.com

The Argus– www.theargus.co.uk

RECOMMENDED RESOURCESBIMM INSTITUTE BRIGHTON RECOMMENDS THAT ALL STUDENTS START TO EXPLORE THE RESOURCES HIGHLIGHTED BELOW BEFORE TERM STARTS.

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STUDENT SUPPORT

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PASTORAL SUPPORTThe Student Support team is available for one-to-one tutorial sessions for students to discuss any issue they may be struggling with. These are strictly confidential and can include any topic, ranging from personal issues, attendance and assessment related queries, booking in for one of the services or any special considerations we may need to take into account for your course and/or exams. The student services office can be accessed by students and we encourage you to book an appointment to see us at any time, for additional support as and when needed.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICESWe are committed to helping students fulfil their potential during their time at BIMM and place emphasis on supporting the development of our students, both academically and personally. With this in mind, the Student Support team is available at every step of the student journey to offer confidential support and guidance on issues such as stress, smoking, alcohol and drugs, depression, anxiety issues, disability and learning support, family/friendship/relationship problems and eating disorders, 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 as well as enrich the BIMM Institute Brighton experience.

ACADEMIC TUTORIALS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTStudents are encouraged to book regular one-to-one tutorials to work on technique, master their academic writing and discuss their skills development and long/short term career goals. Tutorials give students a unique opportunity to be individually guided by the most experienced industry professionals in the country.

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BIMM INSTITUTE BRIGHTON IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS AND IS PARTICULARLY COMMITTED TO ENSURING THAT STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND SPECIFIC LEARNING DIFFICULTIES ARE PROVIDED WITH SUPPORT AND EQUAL ACCESS TO THEIR CHOSEN COURSE OF STUDY.

We have an excellent Learning Support provision for those with additional support requirements.

If a student indicates on their application and/or pre-enrolment form that they require further support, a member of the Student Support team will contact them before the start of the course to arrange an individual consultation. Alternatively you can contact us with any questions or concerns on [email protected]

If you have any reports or paperwork relating to your disability or additional support requirements, please email these with your application.

We work with students with a wide range of disabilities, including but by no means restricted to:

Specific learning difficulties (such as dyslexia, dyspraxia, ADHD)

Autistic spectrum disorders (including asperger syndrome)

Mental health difficulties (such as depression, bi-polar disorder)

Long-term medical conditions (such as HIV, crohn’s disease, multiple sclerosis)

Unseen disabilities (such as diabetes, asthma, epilepsy)

Sensory impairments (such as visual impairment, hearing impairment)

Mobility or physical impairments (such as paralysis, arthritis)

Please note that we do not have an Educational Psychologist in house. If an Educational Psychologists report is required we can refer but these reports do incur a charge of approximately £350.

DISABILITY AND LEARNING SUPPORT

COUNSELLINGBIMM Institute Brighton offers counselling to any student in need of the service via an external professional practice. This free and confidential provision offers individuals the opportunity to explore a wide range of emotional and psychological issues. The counselling service provided is hugely experienced and abides by the British Association for Counselling Code of Ethics.

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FINANCIAL SUPPORTDiscretionary Bursary – students under the age of 19 facing financial hardship may be eligible for a Discretionary Bursary through our partner institution Central Sussex College. Check their website for more information.

Advanced Learner Loan – if you’re over 19 years old and enrolled on a Level 3 course, you may be eligible for financial support – please visit the website for more info.

UNDER-18 STUDENTSBIMM is dedicated to monitoring the welfare of all our students, in particular those who are under the age of 18. We have a strong Safeguarding and PREVENT policy and are committed to ensuring that parents/guardians are kept informed of all important information throughout the course, including attendance concerns and assessment feedback. We also hold a Parents’ Information Evening in Term 1, where we will provide further information about the course and progression routes (including UCAS applications), and an additional Parents’ Evening in Term 2 where parents can discuss their child’s progress on the course with tutors and the Student Support team.

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BIMM IS WELL CONNECTED TO THE REST OF THE CITY VIA PUBLIC TRANSPORT.

BUSThe ‘Brunswick Place’ bus stop on Western Road is directly outside our main campus at BIMM West and is serviced by buses from all over the city;

1, 1A, 2 Hove – Kemp Town

5, 5A, 5B West Hove – London Road

20, 21, 21B Brighton Centre – Hanover

25, 46, 49 Portslade – Lewes Road – Moulsecoomb

6, 60, 700 South Coast – Brighton Centre

For details about service times and route information please refer to www.buses.co.uk

For cheaper bus travel in the Sussex area, students can get discounted tickets using the Brighton Bus App for Smart Phones. For more information visit the website www.buses.co.uk/app

TRAINFor those living outside of the city, BIMM is easily accessible from either Brighton or Hove mainline station. There are also frequent trains which run to and from London Victoria and London Bridge. Have a look on www.southernrailway.com for train times and ticket prices.

BIKEBrighton and Hove is very cyclist-friendly with accessible cycle lanes and bike storage all over the city. If you live a short distance from the College it might be the most cost effective way to travel. Find out more about cycling in Brighton www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/parking-and-travel/travel-transport-and-road-safety/cycling

TRANSPORT

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GET CONNECTED AT BIMMNETWORKING EVENTSBIMM hold networking events in Term 1, which is a great opportunity to get together with other students from different courses that have similar musical interests. Not only is it a great way to find new friends and swap some phone numbers, but it’s also a good place to start finding band members.

BIMM GIGSOnce you’ve got your band together and had some rehearsals, you can audition for one of BIMM’s end-of-term gigs. We hold two of these a term and utilise the amazing venues that are on our doorstep such as, Concorde 2 and The Old Market. In addition to these gigs we also have termly Lamplight gigs at the Latest Music Bar and Event Management Gigs at Bleach. These are ticketed events with all proceeds going to one of BIMM’s nominated charities, and are a great opportunity for students to get some live performance experience and put on a brilliant show for their peers, friends and families.

BIMM ALBUMThe BIMM album is a showcase of BIMM’s best songwriting talent. Students have the opportunity to submit their demos to be reviewed by our Artist Development team, and a selection of these songs will be professionally recorded and available to buy as a CD or digital download.

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CAREERS AND INDUSTRY TEAMYour career in music starts here at BIMM and we have a dedicated Careers and Industry team looking forward to working with you.

We support the next generation of music performers and professionals in a number of ways, if you are a performer or songwriter, you will be invited to artist development tutorials where you will be advised on recording, gigs, your digital profile, photography, videos and promotion.

For industry professionals, there are numerous exciting placements at companies across labels and promoters, publishers, PRs and magazines. Book a Careers tutorial to get advice on your CV or on starting your own business. We also have a well established festival programme, from Glastonbury to the Great Escape, we have opportunities for you to get involved.

All students are welcome at the Careers Hub, this is where you will meet employers and A&Rs, lawyers and agents; lined up this year we have YouTube, Universal, Sony Music and more ready to come and network with you and your fellow students. Book a tutorial, get involved as soon as you get here, we’re looking forward to meeting you!

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FACULTY INFORMATION

CAMPUSES

We have three main campuses in Brighton and you can expect to have lessons at each site:

BIMM West and BIMM House:38-42 Brunswick Street WestHoveEast SussexBN3 1EL

BIMM East:7 Rock PlaceBrighton East SussexBN2 1PF

All sites are within easy access of local amenities and transport links.

STUDENT CARDS

You will be issued with a BIMM student card and lanyard at the start of your course. It is compulsory that you wear your student card at all times when within BIMM.

STUDENT COMMON ROOMThis is situated in BIMM West. There is a water cooler, vending machines and seating areas to relax and socialise in between lectures.

PRACTICE FACILITIES

At BIMM Institute Brighton we make teaching spaces available in BIMM House, West and East for students to book and rehearse in for free, timetable permitting.

BIMM Institute Brighton has also teamed up with Monster Studios www.monsterstudios.co.uk and please delete Bird Studios and replace with Small Pond smallpondrec.co.uk to offer BIMM students free rehearsal time. Please contact these studios directly to make a booking.

There are a number of other rehearsal rooms available in Brighton. Brighton Electric is one of the best; we use their facilities on a regular basis for running various auditions and assessments. www.brightonelectric.co.uk/rehearse

BIMM Institute Brighton does not have any dedicated rehearsal rooms onsite.

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FINANCEINFORMATION PACK

2016/17DIPLOMA STUDENTS

THE UK & IRELAND’S MOST CONNECTED

MUSIC COLLEGE

YOUR ROUTE INTO THE MUSIC INDUSTRY

DEALING WITH YOUR FINANCES WHILE YOU’RE STUDYING CAN BE A DAUNTING TASK, ESPECIALLY IF YOU’RE DOING IT FOR THE FIRST TIME. ”

FINDING OUT ALL THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FUNDING AVAILABLE TO YOU, AND RESEARCHING THE COSTS YOU NEED TO TAKE INTO ACCOUNT CAN BE CONFUSING.

SO WE’VE PUT TOGETHER THIS SMALL PACK OF INFORMATION IN ORDER TO MAKE THINGS EASIER FOR YOU. “

Paying your course fees

Loans and finance

Making the most of your money while studying

Tips for making the most of your money

Cost guidelines

Useful information and advice

Educational / charitable trusts and foundations

Refunds

Contact the Finance Team

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PAYING YOUR COURSE FEES

THE DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT OF YOUR COURSE FEE BALANCE IS 31ST AUGUST 2016 FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2016/17 – WE’LL SEND YOU A REMINDER CLOSER TO THE TIME”

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NON-PAYMENT OF FEES CAN RESULT IN THE STUDENT BEING REFUSED AT ENROLMENT, THE WITHHOLDING OF QUALIFICATION CERTIFICATES, THE WITHHOLDING OF REFERENCES, THE REFUSAL OF ACCESS TO RESOURCES, THE PREVENTION OF PROGRESSING INTO FURTHER YEARS OF STUDY AND, IF NECESSARY, FORMAL DEBT COLLECTION PROCEDURES.

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BIMM BRIGHTON IS A PRIVATE VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROVIDER.DIFFERENT LEVELS OF FUNDING CAN BE ACCESSED FOR STUDENTS DEPENDING ON THEIR COURSE, AGE AND INDIVIDUAL LEARNING REQUIREMENTS.

HOW MUCH ARE MY COURSE FEES?

UK & EU students under 19*: Funded (free)

UK & EU students 19 or over: £5,950

Non-EU students: £11,450

YOU CAN PAY YOUR COURSE FEES IN THE FOLLOWING WAY:

Online through a secure link: www.bimm.co.uk/pay Bank transfer Telephone by credit or debit card

You will need your Student ID for the payment reference.

Further details are provided in the Methods of Payment information sheet, alternatively please contact the Finance department for more details on 0844 2 646 666.

All applications are subject to BIMM Terms and Conditions – click here to view.

* only available if academic requirements have been met.

LOANS & FINANCE

You can apply for a 24+ Advanced Learning Loan to help with the tuition costs of a college or training course if you’re 24 or older. The course must have started on or after 1st August 2013 and be an eligible Level 3 or 4 course (e.g. A-Levels). Loans have to be paid back. Repayments don’t start until April 2016 and you won’t have to pay anything back until you earn more than £21,000 a year. The loan doesn’t depend on your income and there are no credit checks. For more information please visit: www.gov.uk/advanced-learning-loans/overview For free and impartial money advice, please visit the Money Advice Service: www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk

24+ ADVANCED LEARNING LOANS

Please note: This is only available for Music Business & Level 3 Diploma in Live Sound.

Professional and Career Development Loans are commercial bank loans that can be used to help pay for work-related learning. You can borrow between £300 and £10,000 to help support the cost of up to two years of learning (or three years if it includes one year’s relevant unpaid practical work). The Government will pay the interest on the loan while you’re learning and for one month afterwards. You’ll then need to start repaying it as you would any other commercial loans product. The loan can be used to pay for course fees or other costs, such as travel and living expenses. You can also use the loan to supplement other forms of support, including grants or bursaries.

As the Professional and Career Development Loan is a commercial loans product, you should make sure you have investigated all the funding options that may be open to you to ensure you take an informed decision about whether the loan is right for you.

PROFESSIONAL AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT LOANS

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MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY

It’s not much fun, but if you take a detailed look at your income and likely expenditure, you should be able to get a realistic picture of your finances and avoid running out of money during the year!

It’s a good idea to start looking at your budget for the year well in advance of starting your first term. First have a look at what income you may have coming in:

Once you have a budget, it’s important that you try to keep to it and monitor what you’re spending your money on. If you overspend one month, you’ll have to cut down on spending the next month!

WE KNOW THAT MONEY CAN BE A WORRY FOR YOU AS A STUDENT. IT ISN’T EASY TRYING TO FIND THE CASH TO PAY FOR COURSE FEES AND LIVING EXPENSES WHILE STUDYING, BUT IT CAN BE MORE MANAGEABLE IF YOU PLAN REALISTICALLY. EVEN IF YOU’RE LIVING AT HOME AND YOUR PARENTS ARE PAYING FOR YOUR COURSE FEES, YOU’LL PROBABLY STILL NEED TO FIND MONEY FOR OTHER LIVING EXPENSES.

BUDGETING

Savings

Earnings from workBenefits Possible grants, bursaries, etc

Then have a realistic look at what you might be spending your money on:

Course Fees Telephone FoodToiletries Utility BillsTravel

TV LicenceAccommodation

Equipment for your course InsuranceClothing Going Out Childcare

Laundry

The next step is to work out a monthly budget using the information you’ve gathered. Don’t worry if you’re not good with numbers, ask family or friends for help, or make an appointment with Student Services once term has started.

THERE ARE MANY WEBSITES THAT HAVE INTERACTIVE TOOLS TO HELP YOU BUDGET – YOU MAY FIND THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES HELPFUL:Money from parents

www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/tools/

budget-plannerwww.studentcalculator.org.uk/

www.ucas.com/how-it-all-works/student-finance/

managing-money/figuring-out-budget

TIPS FOR MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MONEY

TRY TO AVOID USING CREDIT CARDS AND STORE CARDS IF POSSIBLE. IT’S EASY TO GET INTO DEBT QUICKLY WITHOUT REALISING IT AND THE REPAYMENTS CAN BE DIFFICULT TO MEET”

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Read and keep your bank statements – don’t ignore them!

If you’re renting accommodation, make sure you fill in a form at reception to get a letter stating that you’re a student at BIMM, as full-time students are exempt from paying Council Tax.

Work part-time while you study. This can provide you with useful extra money throughout the year – just make sure you don’t take on so many hours that it interferes with your study.

Take on temporary work during the holidays to earn extra money.

Shop around and get the best deals for services such as gas, electricity and your phone. Most companies will offer discounts if you set up a direct debit to pay your bills. Always check estimated bills against the meter. If you’re sharing a property, make sure everybody pays their share and always let the utility companies know if you’re moving.

Make sure you buy a TV licence if you have a TV – you could end up with hefty fine if you don’t.

Get Contents Insurance and insure any instruments you may have. This is common sense but something many students forget.

Walk or cycle around town to save money on travel.

Investigate funding from charitable and educational trusts and foundations. Some offer small grants to students depending on their circumstances. See our ‘Useful information and advice’ section on page 9 for some useful links.

Rehearsal space in Brighton can range from £7 to £13 per hour. BIMM students can book certain FREE rehearsal slots at Monster Studios or in-house at BIMM. Please ask Reception for more information once you have enrolled.

It’s likely that you’ll already have all the equipment you need for your course in terms of your chosen instrument. However, remember to factor the cost of replacement strings, leads, picks, etc. into your budget. Guitar and bass players are reminded that they’ll need a soft case for their instrument while at BIMM for health and safety reasons.

If you have your own computer, don’t forget to factor in the cost of internet access and any other running costs.

REHEARSAL SPACE

COURSE EQUIPMENT

Expenditure

AccommodationElectricityGasWaterTelephoneFoodTravelInsuranceClothingGoing OutTV Licence

Monthly Cost

£260 - £420 £10 - £65£10 - £65£10 - £30£25 - £80£100 - £260£20 - £100£22 - £65£40 - £60£80 - £220£12

Weekly Cost

£65 - £105 £3 - £17£3 - £17£3 - £8£6 - £20£25 - £65£5 - £25£5 - £15£10 - £15£20 - £50£3

The examples below are approximate and intended as a guide only. Costs of living can vary greatly from one student to the next depending on personal circumstances and choice. Please also remember that this list is not exhaustive – try to put thought into your own specific requirements and what these may cost.

COST GUIDELINES

USEFUL INFORMATION AND ADVICE

Brightside have loads of useful advice on funding and budgeting:

BRIGHTSIDE

News on where to get the best student freebies.

National and local discounts as well as special offers for students.

A site that encourages the recycling of all sorts of things by giving them away for free.

Cut the cost of your travel by a third if you’re a full-time student.

STUDENT DISCOUNTS AND OTHER STUDENT INFORMATION

There’s a big book that lists grant-making foundations called ‘The Educational Grants Directory’ which you can find in most libraries. Students could also call the Educational Grants Advisory Service for help on 0207 249 6636.

INFORMATION ON EDUCATION / CHARITABLE TRUSTS AND FOUNDATIONS

Association of Charitable FoundationsACF

All deposit payments are non-refundable. If you’re

unable to join us at BIMM for any reason before

the year starts, please contact the Finance Team to

discuss a refund of the portion of any course fees

you might have already settled. A full copy of our

refund policy is available upon request.

REFUNDS

www.brightknowledge.org/knowledge-bank/

money/

www.studentfreestuff.com/

www.savethestudent.org/student-discounts

www.uk.freecycle.org

www.16-25railcard.co.uk

www.family-action.org.uk

www.acf.org.uk

DISABILITY ACCESS STATEMENT

BERLIN

Disabled Access: Unfortunately, BIMM Berlin is currently not wheelchair accessible. Students who require wheelchair access are advised to apply to another BIMM college

LONDON

Disabled Access: All teaching buildings at BIMM London are wheelchair accessible

BRIGHTON

Disabled Access: At BIMM Brighton the majority of teaching buildings are wheelchair accessible. However, our BIMM East building is currently not wheelchair accessible, this mainly affects Music Production courses. If you require wheelchair access every effort will be made to arrange different rooms that are accessible.

DUBLIN

Disabled Access: All teaching buildings at BIMM Dublin are wheelchair accessible, however, there are some class rooms that cannot be accessed. If you require wheelchair access every effort will be made to arrange different rooms that are accessible.

MANCHESTER

Disabled Access: All teaching buildings at BIMM Manchester are wheelchair accessible

BRISTOL

Disabled Access: All teaching buildings at BIMM Bristol are Wheelchair accessible, however some class rooms are not accessible, students who wish to study either Professional Musicianship (Drums) or Music Production are advised to apply to a different BIMM college if they require wheelchair access.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP YOU THROUGHOUT YOUR TIME AT BIMM BRIGHTON

38-42 Brunswick St WestHoveEast SussexBN3 1EL

(UK) 08442 646 666(INT) 0044 8442 646 666

[email protected]

We are committed to helping you throughout your studies with us at BIMM Brighton and offer a wide range of support services designed to meet your academic and welfare needs, don’t hesitate to speak to us whenever required: T: 08442 646 66 E: [email protected]

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