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Course summary
If you’re a producer looking for a course that will improve your skills, focus on career development and offer the ultimate flexibility of online study, then the BA (Hons) Creative Music Production degree course is for you. It’s designed to give you the perfect blend of artistic freedom alongside practical skills and strategies to develop your career. The 2-yr accelerated online course means you can work in a way that suits you, on your own terms. The course will help you reach your music goals and realise your full potential. It focusses on what’s really important – the creation of high-quality musical output. It's also fully online, giving you the ultimate freedom and flexibility to fit study around your life, not the other way around. As an audio producer, it’s all about developing the technical skills required to unlock creative potential. It’s also about working collaboratively and developing the confidence and ability to communicate what’s in your head. You’ll be able to access a wide range of content, resources and tuition to suit your individual needs. All online content from our full range of courses is accessible to everyone, so you can tailor your own learning journey. You can build your own music projects into the course, and you’ll complete the degree in only two years. This course is taught online by WaterBear, and awarded by Falmouth University.
Modules
This course has been specifically designed for: • Audio producers • Studio engineers • Multi-instrumentalists • Singer-songwriters • Solo artists • Composers You will hone audio production skills, sound engineering techniques, songwriting and compositional skills, and expand your creativity. You’ll be able collaborate with other WaterBear musicians and artists from around the world. And you’ll learn all you need to know about building your career as a professional in today’s music industry. There are also regular online networking events, masterclasses, collaboration and work opportunities so you can build your all-important contacts list. Everything is online, so you can mix and match different subjects to suit your needs and really make the degree your own. We provide a supportive, safe environment for you to experiment and create. You'll also develop a personal career plan to support your ambitions. Level 4 Modules: Your Music Production Your Music Industry Creative Music Production Your Strategy Level 5 Modules: Your Style Your Events Innovation in Music Production Innovation in Music Business Level 6 Modules: Specialist Report Your Working Life Professional Project Course structure and modules may change as part of our regular review processes. Any changes affecting students’ expected programme delivery are communicated in advance.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- W370
- Institution code:
- F33
- Campus name:
- WaterBear, Brighton
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
If English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening. Through the award of international scholarships, we aim to support academic enrichment by encouraging diversity and excellence at Falmouth. For details of our international scholarships, and how to apply for them, please visit our website at www.falmouth.ac.uk
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
T Level - P - M
If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility. If you are an international applicant and require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must have a recognised English language test approved and vouched for by the University at the appropriate level. Our Applicant Services team can help you with any general questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests. For more specific advice, we recommend you also consult UKCISA http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
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Provider information
WaterBear, Brighton
Brighthelm Gardens
Hanover House, Lower Ground Floor
118 Queens Road
Brighton
BN1 3XG