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.