Course Overview

If you are a classical instrumentalist or vocalist interested in performing in a variety of styles and genres, then the Music: Performance degree is the right choice for you.

This course will give you the opportunity to study traditional music practices from a broad range of perspectives, developing technical and creative skills alongside academic study. Focused on providing the hands-on experience needed for a professional career in music, you’ll also perform regularly in the department’s acclaimed ensembles, contributing to a varied and extensive annual concert series.

What’s more, this classically orientated music degree is renowned for producing highly successful graduates in the fields of composition, conducting and performance, with alumni including Nigel Clarke, Joe Duddell, Paul Lovatt-Cooper, Ben Richeton and Glyn Williams.

In addition to the traditional three-year degree route, additional training and academic tuition is available to those who do not quite meet the entry requirements by undertaking our four-year foundation option.

You will:

• Learn from leading musicians as part of a course that is well-known for producing highly successful musicians who are active within industry

• Study in state-of-the-art rehearsal, recording and performance facilities

• Explore creative ideas in the context of cross-genre collaboration

• Develop key skill sets needed to graduate ready to take the first step in your professional career

General Eligibility

GCSE

English Language at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent) is preferred. Maths at grade C/level 4 or above is preferred but not essential.

You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

104-120 points 

A level

104-120 points. Applications can be considered without a Music A level.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The IELTS score for international applicants is 6 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).