A Global Music Education -Starting in Bangalore
For many talented musicians in India, the dream of studying at a world-class international music university can feel distant.
The talent is there. The ambition is there. But the pathway often feels expensive, uncertain, and difficult to navigate.
At The Music School Bangalore (TMSB), we set out to change that.
For over seventeen years, TMSB has built genuine academic partnerships with some of the world’s most respected contemporary music institutions across the UK, USA, Australia, and Singapore. These are not promotional affiliations or recruitment arrangements- they are carefully developed educational pathways designed to give Indian students access to internationally recognised music education and global opportunities.
Through these partnerships, students at TMSB can begin their studies in Bangalore, earn internationally recognised qualifications, and progress directly into leading universities abroad with advanced standing and credit transfer opportunities.
Your journey can begin here - and continue anywhere in the world.
Our International Partner Institutions
TMSB’s international academic partnerships provide students with direct progression opportunities into globally recognised contemporary music institutions across the UK, USA, Australia, and Singapore. These pathways allow students to begin their music education in Bangalore and continue toward international degrees, transfer programs, and global music careers.
BIMM University
United Kingdom | Germany | Ireland
Campuses:
London · Brighton · Bristol · Manchester · Birmingham · Dublin · Berlin · Hamburg
BIMM University is one of Europe’s leading contemporary music institutions, with over 8,000 students across multiple campuses in the UK, Germany, and Ireland. Known for its industry- focused education and strong creative network, BIMM has produced internationally recognised artists, songwriters, performers, and music business professionals.
Its alumni include globally successful artists such as George Ezra, James Bay, Ella Mai, Tom Odell, members of The Kooks, Fontaines D.C., and IDLES.
Your Pathway
After completing the Level 5 Associate Degree in Music at TMSB, students can progress directly into the final year of selected undergraduate degree programs at BIMM University, including:
Courses
● BA (Hons) Electronic Music Production
● BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance
● BA (Hons) Music Business
● BA (Hons) Event Management
● BA (Hons) Music Marketing, Media & Communication
● BA (Hons) Music Business and Event Management
● BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance and Music Business
● BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance and Event Management
Australian Institute of Music
Sydney | Melbourne, Australia
Founded in 1968, the Australian Institute of Music (AIM) is one of Australia’s most respected independent music institutions, with decades of experience in contemporary music education and thousands of graduates working across the global music industry.
AIM combines strong academic training with real world industry engagement, helping students develop both artistic and professional skills. Notable alumni include Vera Blue, Hannah Joy of Middle Kids, Casey Donovan, and composer Bianca Moon.
TMSB’s relationship with AIM spans more than a decade and is built on genuine academic collaboration and a shared commitment to global music education.
Your Pathway
After completing the Level 5 Associate Degree in Music at TMSB, students can progress into SP6 entry at AIM in the following programs:
Courses
● Bachelor of Music (Creative Technology — Audio)
● Bachelor of Music (Composition)
Musicians Institute
Hollywood, California, USA
Founded in 1977 and located on the iconic Hollywood Walk of Fame, Musicians Institute (MI) sits at the heart of the global entertainment industry. MI is known for its hands on, industry driven education led by active musicians, producers, composers, and performers.
Its alumni include Anderson . Paak, Jeff Buckley, Paul Gilbert, Synyster Gates, members of Weezer and Red Hot Chili Peppers, as well as Shruti Haasan.
Your Pathway
After completing the Level 5 Associate Degree in Music at TMSB, students can progress with up to six quarters of transfer credit toward:
Courses
● Bachelor of Music in Composition for Visual Media
Our International pathways
London | Berlin | Dublin
Alumini:
George Ezra, James Bay
Pathway:
Final year entry into BA/BMus programs
Sydney | Melbourne
Alumini:
Vera Blue, Casey Donovan
Pathway:
SP6 entry into Bachelor of Music programs
Hollywood | USA
Alumini:
Anderson .Paak, Jeff Buckley
Pathway:
Transfer credit toward Bachelor of Music in Composition for Visual Media
Singapore
Alumini:
George Ezra, James Bay
Pathway:
Final year entry into BMus (Hons) Recording and Performance
Our International pathways
London | Berlin | Dublin
Alumini:
George Ezra, James Bay
Pathway:
Final year entry into BA/BMus programs
Sydney | Melbourne
Alumini:
Vera Blue, Casey Donovan
Pathway:
SP6 entry into Bachelor of Music programs
Hollywood | USA
Alumini:
Anderson .Paak, Jeff Buckley
Pathway:
Transfer credit toward Bachelor of Music in Composition for Visual Media
Singapore
Alumini:
George Ezra, James Bay
Pathway:
Final year entry into BMus (Hons) Recording and Performance
Singapore Raffles Music College
Singapore
Singapore Raffles Music College (SRMC) is one of Asia’s leading contemporary music institutions, offering internationally recognised music programs in one of the world’s most connected creative and business hubs.
For students looking to build careers within Asia’s rapidly expanding music and entertainment industries, Singapore provides a highly accessible and globally connected destination.
Your Pathway
After completing the Level 5 Associate Degree in Music at TMSB, students can progress directly into the final year of:
Courses
● BMus (Hons) Recording and Performance
London . Sydney . Hollywood . Singapore . Berlin . Dublin
A world class music education does not have to begin overseas. At The Music School Bangalore, students can start their journey in Bangalore and progress toward internationally recognised degrees and careers across the global music industry.
To learn more about our international pathways, transfer opportunities, and Pro Courses, contact our admissions team.
No 202 Premier Presidency, No 35/17 Langford Road, Shanthinagar, Bangalore - 560025
+91 78488 28829
Our International pathways
London | Berlin | Dublin
Alumini:
George Ezra, James Bay
Pathway:
Final year entry into BA/BMus programs
Sydney | Melbourne
Alumini:
Vera Blue, Casey Donovan
Pathway:
SP6 entry into Bachelor of Music programs
Hollywood | USA
Alumini:
Anderson .Paak, Jeff Buckley
Pathway:
Transfer credit toward Bachelor of Music in Composition for Visual Media