Institute of Contemporary Music Performance

There’s more to university life than studying. At ICMP you'll enter a supportive and creative community, where you'll find lifelong friends and collaborators. You'll also be studying in some of the major music hubs in the UK - London, Liverpool or Leeds.

Alongside providing you with an exceptional education, we also offer you a range of events, activities and services - all designed to support and nurture you during your time at ICMP. 

We host gigs, masterclasses, mixers and more throughout the year, offering opportunities for you to socialise, perform, or get hands-on with event management. Meanwhile, our networking opportunities put you in the orbit of key industry figures like publishers, labels and agents. 

We’re a small school that helps you dream big. You’ll find friends, collaborators and mentors across our courses, and a supportive community geared to help each other succeed.

Word-class facilities
Rehearse, collaborate and experiment in our state-of-the-art recording studios, drum booths, live rooms and tech labs. They’re available to all students, outside timetabled hours – and you can book some of our equipment to use off-campus, too.

Campus location 
Our campuses are located within the vibrant hubs in London, Liverpool and Leeds. Near each campus you’ll find places to eat, plenty of pubs, and nightlife like open mic nights. There’s also affordable accommodation a stone’s throw away – and it’s all easily connected by public transport.