The Institute
Higher Diploma

We are now enrolling for the April and October 2012 intakes, please contact the admissions team here to apply.
Student loan funding is now available for the April intake of the Higher Diploma from the Student Loans Company (SLC). For more information about SLC and alternative funding available, please click here
The foremost and original intensive Higher Diploma course for musicians wishing to study a wide range of contemporary styles, fast-track the development of their musicianship, playing/singing and performing skills, and to discover their creative potential.
This one year course is designed to equip aspiring professional
musicians with the skills and awareness required by today's ever-changing
music industry. Successful students will gain a recognised
qualification which can be used to progress to the Institute's BMus Degree or BA Degree.
April 2012 Intake: UK & EU Students Total: £5,250
September 2012 Intake: UK & EU Students Total: £5,450
Courses in: Guitar | Bass | Drums | Vocals
- The first course of its kind in the UK and continually improved over 15+ year.
- Delivered by the legendary Institute teaching faculty
- Covers a range of relevant musical styles
- Intense focus on practical instrumental skills and performance, in small group sizes
- Develops the highest levels of musicianship whilst also developing your creative potential
The Institute is proud to announce that the Higher Diploma is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support), the industry-led recording, music production, song-writing, composing and performance course accrediting body. Please visit here for further information about JAMES.




