BA Music Production
Entry requirements
Most importantly, you need ambition. Together with our support and opportunities, you can go further than you ever thought possible. Our typical offer for this course is 96–112 UCAS points . Our contextual offer is 96 points. But there’s no ceiling on ambition. At least 80 points must come from A levels, BTEC, or other equivalent qualifications . Remember, we look at your whole application – not just grades. Achievements, work experience, extracurricular activities: they all count here. We also consider qualifications and experience from the UK and worldwide that may not exactly match those listed. Not sure if you’ll meet the entry requirements? Talk to our Admissions team today . We’ll look at your circumstances, give you personalised guidance and help you understand your options, one of which could be a Foundation Year . Applicants should have an A level in Music or Music Technology at Grade C or above, or an equivalent Level 3 music qualification, but we understand applicants may have musical experience outside of these qualifications. Alternative qualifications IB Diploma: 28 points including 5 at HL Music Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 96-112 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Music
About this course
BA (Hons) in Music, combining music production and music technology. Core topics include Research Methods, Project Management, Communication & Writing, and Data Analysis. The course is professionally accredited, with students undertaking a major project in the final year. Partnerships include the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra and Opera North, offering masterclasses and professional experience opportunities.
Modules
- Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
- Research in the Humanities, Social Sciences and Education
- Foundation in Data Analysis
- Introduction to Study in the Humanities
- Group Challenge (Humanities)
- Academic Writing Skills
- Core Studio Techniques
- Creating Recorded Music
- Creating Live Music
- Music, Criticism and Culture
- Applied Studio Techniques
- Music and its Histories
- Music Production Techniques
- Individual Creative Project
- Collaborative Creative Project
- Case Studies in Music 1
- Case Studies in Music 2
- Music and Sound for Media
- Professional Music Skills
- Major Project (Music)
- Working in Music
- Advanced Production Techniques
- Professional Showcase
- Industry Production