BA (Hons) Commercial Music

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BA (Hons) Commercial Music

This course is designed for aspiring musicians, producers, and music industry professionals who want to turn their creative passion into a commercially successful career. It covers all aspects of creating, performing, recording, and marketing music in today’s competitive industry. You will explore music production techniques, songwriting, live performance skills, music business management, and digital distribution. The course blends creativity with industry insight, ensuring you understand how to navigate contracts, copyright, promotion, and monetisation. You will work on practical projects, collaborate with other musicians, and gain hands-on experience in professional studios and live venues. Industry networking, guest lectures, and optional placements provide valuable opportunities to connect with professionals and understand real-world workflows.

Academic Journey

Duration: 3 years (Full-time) or 4 Years with Foundation
Optional Placement Year Available

Inside the Learning Segments


Foundation Year Introduction to Music and Sound Digital Media Skills Creative Industries Overview Academic and Professional Skills

Year 1
Music Theory and Songwriting Introduction to Music Production Live Performance Techniques Music Industry Overview Marketing for Musicians

Year 2
Advanced Music Production Creative Project Development Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Practices Live Event Management Music Licensing and Copyright

Year 3
Professional Portfolio Development Commercial Music Entrepreneurship Global Music Markets Final Major Project (original composition, performance, or production)

Discover Your Career Direction


Graduates from this course will have the skills to succeed in a range of music-related careers, from performing and producing to managing artists and organising events. You will gain both the creative and business expertise needed to thrive in the evolving music landscape, with a strong focus on adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking. Opportunities exist in music production companies, record labels, live event organisations, media platforms, and freelance creative work.
Career routes Graduates often pursue roles such as:

Music Producer
Songwriter
Performing Artist
Artist Manager
Live Event Coordinator
Music Marketing Executive
Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study, such as an MA in Music Production, Music Business, or related creative disciplines.

BA (Hons) Commercial Music

This course is designed for aspiring musicians, producers, and music industry professionals who want to turn their creative passion into a commercially successful career. It covers all aspects of creating, performing, recording, and marketing music in today’s competitive industry. You will explore music production techniques, songwriting, live performance skills, music business management, and digital distribution. The course blends creativity with industry insight, ensuring you understand how to navigate contracts, copyright, promotion, and monetisation. You will work on practical projects, collaborate with other musicians, and gain hands-on experience in professional studios and live venues. Industry networking, guest lectures, and optional placements provide valuable opportunities to connect with professionals and understand real-world workflows.

Academic Journey

Duration: 3 years (Full-time) or 4 Years with Foundation
Optional Placement Year Available

Inside the Learning Segments


Foundation Year Introduction to Music and Sound Digital Media Skills Creative Industries Overview Academic and Professional Skills

Year 1
Music Theory and Songwriting Introduction to Music Production Live Performance Techniques Music Industry Overview Marketing for Musicians

Year 2
Advanced Music Production Creative Project Development Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Practices Live Event Management Music Licensing and Copyright

Year 3
Professional Portfolio Development Commercial Music Entrepreneurship Global Music Markets Final Major Project (original composition, performance, or production)