Music Production, Performance and Business with Foundation 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:

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

Subjects of study include:

• Becoming a Digital Practitioner for Music
• Creative Project
• Critical Thinking in a Changing World
• Introduction to Academic Practice
• Introduction to Artist Identity
• Introduction to Music Production

Credit Level 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

Foundation

Subjects of study include:

• Becoming a Digital Practitioner for Music
• Creative Project
• Critical Thinking in a Changing World
• Introduction to Academic Practice
• Introduction to Artist Identity
• Introduction to Music Production

Credit Level 3

Year 1

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

Year 2

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

Placement Year

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.

Year 3

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 – DD (48 UCAS Tariff points)
  • T levels – 48 UCAS Tariff points
  • International Baccalaureate – 48 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • BTEC Extended Diploma – PPP
  • BTEC Diploma – MP
  • Access – 48 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course
  • GCSE English Language – grade 4/C – IB grade 4 Higher Level
  • IELTS – 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component
• International:
  • International Baccalaureate – 48 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme
  • We accept a wide range of international high school level qualifications
  • IELTS – 6.0 overall, with 5.5 in each component

Portfolio Guidance

• Number of recommended portfolio pieces: A maximum of two portfolio pieces
• What to include in your portfolio submission:
  • Tracks: Provide links to 2 tracks of your current production work
  • Written Work: Complete one piece of reflective academic written work, a 350-word written exercise
• How to structure your portfolio:
  • Format and Access: Submit your portfolio via Google Drive, Dropbox, or a similar cloud storage service
  • Written work: Submit as a Word document
  • Tracks: Hyperlink to streaming platforms
  • Videos: Ensure high-quality video (preferably 720p or higher)

Fees and Funding

• UK tuition fee: £9,535 (Price per academic year)
• International tuition fee: £17,000 (Price per academic year)
• Funding: Available for undergraduate students, including tuition fee loans and scholarships
• Additional costs: See what you may need to pay for separately and what your tuition fees cover

Teaching and Assessment

• Teaching methods: Active student learning through lectures, seminars, workshops, problem-based and blended learning
• Assessment types: Practical, written exams, coursework
• Year F: 27% Scheduled hours, 73% Independent study
• Year 1: 23% Scheduled hours, 77% Independent study
• Year 2: 23% Scheduled hours, 74% Independent study, 3% Placement
• Year P: 4% Scheduled hours, 6% Independent study, 90% Placement
• Year 3: 23% Scheduled hours, 77% Independent study

Supporting You

• Study support: Workshops, 1-2-1 support, and online resources
• Personal tutors: Support in fulfilling your academic and personal potential
• Student advice team: Specialist advice on funding, benefits, and visas
• Extra-curricular activities: Volunteering opportunities, sports and fitness activities, student events

Virtual Tours

• Take virtual tours of our Music Production Rooms & Area 51, Music Production Rooms (Downstairs), and District 9 Music studio

Course Location

• Harrow Campus, our creative and cultural hub, home to most of our arts, media, and digital courses
• Located in north-west London, just 20 minutes from the city centre by train

Related Courses

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

University of Westminster

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Overview:

University of Westminster is a public university located in London, England. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines. The university is known for its focus on practical learning and its strong connections to the industry.

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