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Institute of Contemporary Music Performance

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BA (Hons) Songwriting

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Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA (Hons) Songwriting

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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

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BA (Hons) Songwriting

ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredInterview RequiredUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

•ICMP describes this as its most comprehensive all-round songwriting degree

•Students write at least two songs to brief each week across a range of topics, styles, genres, and approaches

•Coursework supports artists, writer-performers, writer-producers, and topliners

Professional Development

•Students work in small-group A&R-style feedback sessions with tutors and peers

•The course page highlights industry partners, discounts, events, and networking opportunities

•Graduates leave with a large creative repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Program info updated 16m ago

Program Highlights

Training

•ICMP describes this as its most comprehensive all-round songwriting degree

•Students write at least two songs to brief each week across a range of topics, styles, genres, and approaches

•Coursework supports artists, writer-performers, writer-producers, and topliners

Professional Development

•Students work in small-group A&R-style feedback sessions with tutors and peers

•The course page highlights industry partners, discounts, events, and networking opportunities

•Graduates leave with a large creative repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Program Highlights

Training

•ICMP describes this as its most comprehensive all-round songwriting degree

•Students write at least two songs to brief each week across a range of topics, styles, genres, and approaches

•Coursework supports artists, writer-performers, writer-producers, and topliners

Professional Development

•Students work in small-group A&R-style feedback sessions with tutors and peers

•The course page highlights industry partners, discounts, events, and networking opportunities

•Graduates leave with a large creative repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Key Info

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Audition Requirements

Songs

THREE ORIGINAL SONGS

•Present three original songs that you have written

•Songs should include both chord structure and vocal melody

•At least one song must be performed live and solo

•Accompany yourself on guitar or keys

•Up to two songs may be pre-recorded via CD, MP3, USB, SoundCloud, or similar

Additional Materials

Sheet music / lyric sheets (required)

•Sheet music/lyric sheets for all songs must include song structure and chords

Statement (required)

•Bring the completed case study and a copy of your personal statement; both are discussed on the day

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Good to Know

Application Logistics

•Apply through ICMP's Apply Now route

•Complete the UCAS application before ICMP can make a formal offer, regardless of audition outcome

•UCAS course code is W3W8 and institution code is i25

•No separate Acceptd or SlideRoom portal was found in the stored application URLs

What's The Process

Audition Process

•All applicants are invited to attend an audition/interview

•Songwriting auditions are generally one hour long and include performance plus interview/discussion

•Auditions are free and take 30-60 minutes depending on the course

•Online auditions are primarily for international applicants and take place over Zoom

Audition Expectations

•Use the audition to discuss your influences, experience, goals, and creative work with the academic team

•Bring your preferred instrument or device; ICMP also has music gear available at its campuses

•Test any CDs, MP3s, USBs, SoundCloud, YouTube, or similar links before the audition

Training

•ICMP describes this as its most comprehensive all-round songwriting degree

•Students write at least two songs to brief each week across a range of topics, styles, genres, and approaches

•Coursework supports artists, writer-performers, writer-producers, and topliners

Professional Development

•Students work in small-group A&R-style feedback sessions with tutors and peers

•The course page highlights industry partners, discounts, events, and networking opportunities

•Graduates leave with a large creative repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Updated 16m ago