BA Music & Sound Production
University for the Creative Arts
Entry requirements
For this course we will need to see your portfolio of musical work for this course, please see the portfolio requirements section for more details. The standard entry requirements* for these courses are one of the following: 112 UCAS tariff points, see accepted qualifications; Pass at Foundation Diploma in Art & Design (Level 3 or 4); Distinction, Merit, Merit at BTEC Extended Diploma / BTEC National Extended Diploma; Merit at UAL Extended Diploma; 112 UCAS tariff points from an accredited Access to Higher Education Diploma in appropriate subject; 27 total points in the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program with at least 15 IB points at Higher Level (HL), see more information about IB entry requirements . And four GCSE passes at grade 9-4/A*-C including English (or Functional Skills English/Key Skills Communication Level 2). Other relevant and equivalent Level 3 UK and international qualifications are considered on an individual basis, and we encourage students from diverse educational backgrounds to apply. *We occasionally make offers which are lower than the standard entry criteria, to students who have faced difficulties that have affected their performance and who were expected to achieve higher results. We consider the strength of our applicants’ portfolios, as well as their grades - in these cases, a strong portfolio is especially important.
About this course
BA (Hons) in Music, combining studio-based production with sound design for screen and live performance. Core topics include programming, research methods, project management, and design and creative practice. The course features a collaborative album launch project and culminates in a self-directed major project. Facilities include a 7.1.2 surround sound dubbing suite, Foley studio and dedicated editing suites.
Modules
- Audio Culture
- Career Catalyst: Skills & Capability
- Applied Production
- Individual Project
- Sound for Screen
- Career Catalyst: Communities & Influence
- Music Industries
- Collaborative Project
- Creative Research
- Career Catalyst: Futures & Direction
- Major Project