BMus Performance and Recording with Foundation Year
Entry requirements
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include: A Levels at grades B and C (from two A levels) or grades D, D and D (if from three), or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Merit, Merit, Pass Access to HE Diploma Level 3 qualifications would normally include Music or an alternative relevant subject area. GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents is also required. Level 3 qualifications would normally include Music or an alternative relevant subject area, but this is not compulsory. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
About this course
BMus (Hons) in Music, combining performance with recording practice. Core topics include Signal Processing, Research Methods, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Design & Creative Practice. One-to-one instrumental tuition on a first study instrument is provided throughout. A self-directed Performance and Recording Project spans the final academic year, integrating performance and recording techniques.
Modules
- Introduction to Performance
- Personalised Learning
- Sound Production Workshop
- Performance Studies
- Study Skills for Success
- Introduction to Contemporary Production Studies
- The Collaborating Musician
- DAW Recording and Production
- Creative Industry Practices
- Situated Performance
- Popular Music Scenes
- Recording Practice for Performers
- Artistic Identities
- Recording Music
- Leadership in Performance
- Researching Performance
- Music, Wellbeing and Resilience
- Songwriting and Arranging
- Music Teaching and Pedagogy
- Artist and Brand Development
- Experimental Sonic Performance
- Festival Performance
- Music in Social Spaces
- Promoting Your Work
- Performance and Recording Project