Program Overview

Music Production, Performance and Business BA Honours

Overview

Our Music Production, Performance and Business BA prepares you for a dynamic career across all facets of the music industry. This course not only covers the essential areas of music production, performance, and business, but also emphasizes the importance of collaboration within these fields.

Course Structure

The following subjects are indicative of what you will study on this course:

• Year 1
• Year 2
• Placement Year
• Year 3

Subjects of study include:

• Artist Development in Practice
• BMRU: Bass Cultures - The African Diaspora and Popular Music
• Collaboration: The Music Artist
• Creativity and Collaboration
• Introduction to Music Publishing
• Introduction to the Music Industries and Entrepreneurship
• Music Production Fundamentals
• Songwriting

Credit Level 4

Subjects of study include:

• BMRU: Funding and Investment Readiness in the Music Business
• Collaboration: The Live Industry
• Composing for Media
• Creative Identities and Making Digital Content
• Synchronisation: Music and Brands
• The Principles of Music Marketing
• Work-based and Placement Learning

Credit Level 5

Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement year in industry. Completing the placement year will lead to the final award Bachelor of Arts with Honours – Music Production, Performance and Business with Professional Experience.

Subjects of study include:

• Advanced Audio Production
• Advanced Songwriting
• BMRU: Cultural Identity, Music and Audiovisual Work
• Data and Analytics in the Music Industry
• Final Major Project
• Music Law: Rights & Contracts
• Performing with Technology
• Research Essay
• Starting a Business in the Music Industry
• The Freelance Music Professional

Credit Level 6

Entry Requirements

• UK
  • A Levels – CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points)
  • T levels – 96 UCAS Tariff points
  • International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related programmes will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM
  • BTEC Diploma – DD
  • Access – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course

In addition to one of the above, you should have:

• GCSE English Language grade 4/C. IB grade 4 - can be achieved during first year.

If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component.

• International
  • International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • Other international qualifications
  • International Foundation courses
  • English language requirements

Portfolio Guidance

• Number of recommended portfolio pieces: A maximum of two portfolio pieces
• What should I include in my portfolio submission?
  • Tracks: Provide a link to 2 tracks you have either written or produced. This should demonstrate your skills in song writing, composition, or production, highlighting your technical proficiency and creativity.
  • Performance: Provide a link to 2 recordings or videos of yourself performing an original or cover song. This should demonstrate your specific instrumental abilities and skills across either vocals, guitar, keys, bass, drums, etc., showcasing your technique and performance quality.
  • Analysis: Submit a short report (500 words) or a 5-minute video on a modern artist, producer, or entrepreneur/business. Detail their sound, creative identity, and marketing efforts. You can also include considerations on how they challenge traditional music industry practices or incorporate ethical considerations and sustainability into their work.
  • Business Pitch: Present a brief video pitch (2 minutes) for a new business venture or project. This should demonstrate your music industry knowledge, business acumen, and entrepreneurial spirit. Highlight how you would address ethical considerations or sustainability in your venture.
  • Professional Presence: Provide links to your professional social media platforms that showcase content related to your specialism. This can demonstrate your engagement with an audience and/or your ability to maintain a professional online presence.

Fees and Funding

• UK tuition fee: £9,535 (Price per academic year)
• International tuition fee: £17,600 (Price per academic year)

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods: lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning, and where appropriate practical application
• Assessment types: practical, coursework

Supporting You

• Study support: workshops, 1-2-1 support and online resources to help improve your academic and research skills
• Personal tutors: support you in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student advice team: provide specialist advice on a range of issues including funding, benefits and visas
• Extra-curricular activities: volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events and more

Course Location

• Harrow Campus is based in north-west London, just 20 minutes from the city centre by train.

Related Courses

• Audio Production MA
• Music Business Management MA
• Creative Media Arts BA Honours