ICMP, with campuses in London, Liverpool and Leeds, has been developing and delivering music education and training to students of contemporary music for more than 35 years, longer than any other UK music school.

Key to our philosophy is the understanding that every student is unique. We have always focused on the needs and potential of individual students, ensuring that the music education we provide is tailored and personalised, giving you the best chance of success in the competitive and challenging environment of the music industry.

In November 2021, ICMP was successfully awarded Full Degree Awarding Powers. This means that since September 2022, we've taken full responsibility for the academic integrity and standards of our programmes, and the awarding of our undergraduate music courses and postgraduate music courses since September 2022. 

Recent developments have seen us expand our teaching into the areas of Electronic Music ProductionLive Event Management and Music Marketing.

Why choose ICMP

Our mission is to inspire, encourage and equip our students to succeed by delivering relevant and innovative education of the highest quality.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/about-icmp/why-choose-icmp

Our facilities

We are committed to investing in the best teaching and learning environment for our students, with the latest equipment always available.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/facilities

Success stories

Here at ICMP, we’re very proud of the achievements of all our students and alumni.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/about-icmp/success-stories

Tutors

Our tutors are central to your education experience at ICMP, delivering course content while providing advice, feedback, support and guidance during your studies.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/about-icmp/tutors

International Partners

ICMP has developed an international reputation and network of global contacts during our 35+ years of developing and delivering cutting-edge courses to students of contemporary music.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/industry-connections/international-partners

Quality and Governance

Our mission is to inspire, encourage and equip our students to succeed by delivering relevant and innovative education of the highest quality.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/about-icmp/quality-and-governance

Research

Our ICMP tutors are at the forefront of the global contemporary music industry and are responsible for some of the latest industry research.

https://www.icmp.ac.uk/research-scholarly-and-professional-practice

History & Heritage

We’ve developed our provision over more than 35 years to ensure that ICMP graduates enjoy a significant advantage as they set out on their chosen career paths.

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