Billboard Magazine's annual music business schools list features a highly selective group of institutions recognised for preparing students for successful careers in the global music industry. The BRIT School is proud to be named among elite institutions such as the California Institute of the Arts, Berklee College of Music, and New York University.

This achievement is a testament to the school's unique, industry-focused, and tuition-free model, which has been thriving for nearly 35 years. It assures our stakeholders—students, parents, and industry partners—that attending The BRIT School solidly positions young people to pursue their ambitions in the creative and music industries.

 

The Power of Industry Connection and Alumni Success

Billboard's extensive selection process underscores the value of our model, which includes studying:

• Input from Institution Alumni: Graduates like Adele, RAYE, Olivia Dean and Lola Young are testaments to the impact of a BRIT School education.

• Industry Recommendations: Our unparalleled connections within the music industry provide students with vital work experience and networking opportunities.

• Decades of Research: Billboard's deep dive into our programs recognises our vocational curriculum taught by industry professionals skilled in live sound, production, recording, music tech, and business.

The school's state-of-the-art facilities, including The Obie Theatre and the Sir George Martin Recording Studio, offer a professional environment where students engage with real-world music production and business practices.

 

Commitment to a Free Creative Education

 

Founded in 1991 through a partnership between The British Record Industry Trust (BPI's charitable division) and the British government, The BRIT School offers a tuition-free education for students aged 14 to 19.

The BRIT School continues to nurture the next generation of creative talent, proving that a focus on vocational excellence, industry relevance, and equal opportunity leads to global success.