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BA (Hons) Music Production and Music Business

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This innovative degree course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the music industry, including music production, performance, business management, and entrepreneurship. You'll have access to state-of-the-art recording studios, rehearsal spaces, and performance venues, as well as opportunities to work on real-world projects with industry partners. Graduates of this program are well-equipped to pursue careers in music production, management, or entrepreneurship.

Additional Information

This course is designed for students who want to pursue a career in the music industry, but don't necessarily want to perform on stage. It covers all aspects of the industry, from music production and performance to business management and entrepreneurship. Students will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects with industry partners and gain hands-on experience in the field.

Unlock Your Potential at York St John University: A Leading Institution for Music Industry Students

York St John University has a long history of excellence in the arts and humanities, and this course is no exception. With state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty, students are guaranteed a high-quality education that will prepare them for success in the music industry. Plus, the university's location in the vibrant city of York provides access to a thriving cultural scene and numerous opportunities for networking and collaboration.

Why You Should Study This Course

If you want to build a creative music business, this is the course for you. We will teach you to create, arrange and manipulate music and sound. You will also have opportunities to work with clients and artists so that you can build a professional network. Through this course you will gain the skills, experience and confidence you need to develop your own music production company.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Sound Engineering and Recording Studio Practice

  • Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)

  • Music Production Practice 1

  • Creative Composition

  • 21st Century Music Business

  • Music and Technology Studies

2 Year 2
  • Studio Recording, Synthesis and Sampling

  • Copyright and Contracts in the Music Industry

  • Marketing in the Music Industry

  • New Venture Creation and the Entrepreneur

  • Critical Studies in Music and Technology

  • Mixing Music

  • Live Sound Reinforcement

  • Song Production

  • Songwriting

  • Sound Design for the Moving Image

  • Music Production for the Moving Image

  • Electronic Dance Music

  • Live Performance Recording

3 Year 3
  • Major Project: Music Business

  • Dissertation

  • Progressing Your Career

  • Creative and Music Industry Futures

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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