Course Overview

Do you enjoy creating innovative new tracks using a laptop, mixing desk, and other analogue and digital technology? Then this is the course for you. Focused on creating your computer and studio-based music, you'll have the chance to develop advanced techniques ready for work in the music industry. Whether you're interested in electronica, techno, ambient, glitch, pop, grime, or a new sound, the aim is to encourage you to unleash your creativity and express yourself musically. You will study in state-of-the-art professional standard facilities. With 21 different studios, you'll have plenty of recording and composition studio space to use. We have a vast range of DAWs, plug-ins, synths, mics, and processing equipment, all regularly upgraded to keep up-to-date with industry standards. You can work with commercially successful tutors, internationally recognized researchers, and visiting artists who can help you build on your production talents. You'll be able to explore the latest new music in the annual Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival, get up close, and experience contemporary music in action at the Electric Spring Festival.

General Eligibility

Entry requirements

BBB-BCCat A Level.

120-104UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications alongside evidence of prior Music or Music Technology experience (which could be offered through formal qualifications or a portfolio of creative work).

Meritat T Level.

DDM-DMMin BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma.

The total points will accept practical and theory music grades 6-8.

Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above.

120-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall, with no element lower than 5.5 or equivalent.