Program Overview

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Music Business (online) MA

The Music Business (online) MA is a postgraduate degree designed for ambitious music business professionals looking to lead and innovate within the industry. This innovative online postgraduate degree is delivered by NTU London and taught in partnership with a range of leading independent music businesses.

About this course

This course offers a flexible and advanced pathway to mastering the commercial and operational aspects of the music industry. Students will develop strategic expertise in project management, IP management, budgeting, and contracts while diving into cutting-edge technologies and data analysis to make informed, impactful decisions.

Key Features

• Work placement opportunities
• Online course delivery
• Full-time attendance
• One-year duration
• Start date: September 2026
• Level of study: Masters

What you'll study

The course includes a programme of activity designed to support students' development and industry awareness, such as:

• Camps for songwriting, production, and music business
• A&R Panel Events
• Professional Networking Events
• Guest Speaker talks during development weeks
• Live industry briefs
• Music Business Surgeries

Module information

The course consists of the following core modules:

Creative Entrepreneurial Approaches

This module reflects the interdisciplinary, collaborative, and entrepreneurial nature of music sector working practices. Students will critically examine current music sector practices, work on real-life projects, and develop a personalised entrepreneurial portfolio.

Music Business Practice

This module is designed to enhance students' processes and skills in related areas, such as music supervision for media projects or release strategy on the record label, Denizen.

Research Project

This module enables students to collaborate with other creative cohorts and formulate life-long robust research practices. Students will learn essential skills to investigate and synthesise information, develop informed conclusions, and deliver a large research project.

How you're taught

Studying an online course with the Nottingham School of Art & Design means having full flexibility when it comes to the environment. The main delivery platforms used are Microsoft Teams, Bebop, and the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) NOW.

Entry requirements

UK students

• A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or an appropriate equivalent from a recognised British or overseas institution in a related subject.
• Previous related experience and a passion for putting together high-quality compositions.
• Non-standard applicants with at least three years' industry experience are also welcome to apply.

International students

• A minimum of a 2:2 honours degree or an appropriate equivalent from a recognised British or overseas institution in a related subject.
• Previous related experience and a passion for putting together high-quality compositions.
• English language equivalent to IELTS 6.5.
• Non-standard applicants with at least three years' industry experience are also welcome to apply.

Fees and funding

UK students

• £7,650 per year
• Scholarships available for excellent achievement, passion, and dedication to studies.
• Alumni discount of 20% for most current NTU students and recent NTU alumni.
• Postgraduate loans available from the government.

International students

• £7,650 per year
• Scholarships available for excellent achievement, passion, and dedication to studies.
• Alumni discount of 20% for most current NTU students and recent NTU alumni.
• Living costs and payment advice available.

Careers and employability

The course provides personalised support, one-on-one coaching, and industry-specific advice as part of the Employability Promise. At least eight weeks of assessed work-like experience are embedded into the course, giving students the opportunity to apply their learning in real-world scenarios.

Campus and facilities

Although this course is available for online delivery, students can access world-class facilities, including a bespoke-built console, SSL ORIGIN consoles, and audio monitoring provided by PMC and Focusrite Rednet interfaces. Metronome London is a purpose-built multi-discipline events and production space.