Music

Course summary

The course spans two years, with four units in total—two internally assessed coursework units and two externally assessed units (part exam, part coursework). What You’ll Study: You’ll develop skills in performance, composition, and music appraisal, alongside understanding the music industry and what it means to be a modern popular musician. The course also covers professional practice and real-world scenarios within the music industry. Who Takes This Course: This course suits students passionate about music, whether aiming for careers in performance, recording, broadcasting, production, event management, teaching, or music therapy. It complements other subjects by focusing on instrumental skills and live performance. Where Success Can Take You: Many past students have gone on to study degrees or conservatoire courses in music, popular music, therapy, sound production, and composition. Graduates have worked in major UK venues in performance and sound management.