BA (Hons) Creative Music Production and Technology with Foundation Year

This innovative course combines the creative aspects of music production with the technical skills required to produce high-quality audio. Students will learn how to use industry-standard software and hardware to create, record, and mix music, as well as gaining a deep understanding of the musical elements that underpin successful productions. The foundation year provides a solid grounding in the key concepts and techniques of music production, before students progress to the honours degree stage where they can specialize in areas such as sound design, live event production, or music technology. This course is perfect for those who want to become versatile and skilled music producers, with the ability to adapt to new technologies and industry trends.

Additional Information

The course will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and practical sessions. Students will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including recording studios, music technology labs, and performance spaces. The course is taught by experienced industry professionals, who bring their knowledge and experience directly into the classroom. Guest lectures and masterclasses from visiting artists and producers provide additional insights and opportunities for students to learn from the best in the business.

Unlock Your Creative Potential at Canterbury Christ Church University

Canterbury Christ Church University is a renowned institution for music education, with a long history of producing successful musicians, composers, and producers. The university's commitment to creativity, innovation, and excellence makes it an ideal place to study music production and technology. The campus is located in the beautiful city of Canterbury, providing students with access to a vibrant cultural scene and rich history. Students will benefit from the university's strong industry connections, which offer opportunities for internships, placements, and collaborations with leading music professionals.

A foundation year helps you develop the study skills and self-confidence needed for higher education when you don’t reach the entry requirements for your subject.

Learn how to make ground-breaking sounds and maximize your potential in our digital studios.

Guided by tutors with years of industry experience you’ll develop your skills in studio and computer-based sound production, electronic composition, music technology, and audio software development.

You’ll have many chances to perform or exhibit your music with live performances, installations, and websites. 

The Creative Music Production and Technology course aims to prepare you as a creative practitioner in music technology and studio production or commercial composition (as a songwriter, or media and film composer). Graduates from our programs have gone on to work as freelance performers or producers, DJs, songwriters, web designers, live sound engineers, and freelance instrumental and vocal tutors. Some graduates have decided to train to teach in schools or further education while others have elected to continue their education by progressing on to Master’s Degree qualifications.

A Levels: DDE

BTEC: MPP

Access: Pass 45 Credits

International Baccalaureate: TBC

Combinations: A combination of qualifications totaling 64 UCAS points minimum

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.