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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

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

Small-group A&R-style feedback sessions help students critique works-in-progress

Collaborative work with other ICMP students supports showreel and network building

Students graduate with a large original repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Program info updated Aug 25, 10:00 PM

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

Small-group A&R-style feedback sessions help students critique works-in-progress

Collaborative work with other ICMP students supports showreel and network building

Students graduate with a large original 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

Small-group A&R-style feedback sessions help students critique works-in-progress

Collaborative work with other ICMP students supports showreel and network building

Students graduate with a large original repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

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Deadline

UCAS Equal Consideration DeadlineJan 13, 2027

2027 Entry Deadline For All Undergraduate Courses Except Those With A 15 October Deadline 475546 · ucas.com

Audition Requirements

These requirements are from the Fall 2026 entry cycle. Fall 2027 requirements are typically posted between August and October and usually change only slightly — confirm on the official source before submitting.

Songs

Two Original Songs

Prepare two original songs that show your ability to write chord progressions, lyrics, and vocal melodies

At least one must be performed live, accompanying yourself on guitar, keys, or a backing track you have created

The second can also be live, or a recording shared as a public link in your preparation folder

Additional Materials

Lyric Sheets (Required)

Add your lyrics as a PDF to your public preparation folder (Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive)

Audition Guidance · icmp.ac.uk

Good to Know

Application Logistics

UCAS course code: W3W8; ICMP institution code: i25

Applicants can use UCAS or ICMP's direct application route

ICMP contacts applicants to arrange the audition/interview after reviewing the application

No separate Acceptd or SlideRoom portal was found

Auditions are free

What's The Process

Audition Process

ICMP invites songwriting-course applicants to a one-to-one audition with a tutor

Complete the application form first so ICMP can make a formal offer after the session

Sessions are held in person or remotely over Zoom; all times are UK time

Audition Expectations

Be ready to discuss the songs you present, how you created and developed them, and what you hope to achieve on the course

Set up one folder (Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive) with sharing set to public; add backing tracks and recordings as clickable links and your lyrics as a PDF

Folders are for your preparation; there is no need to send them in advance

Test any 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

Small-group A&R-style feedback sessions help students critique works-in-progress

Collaborative work with other ICMP students supports showreel and network building

Students graduate with a large original repertoire and working knowledge of the music industry

Updated Aug 25, 10:00 PM