Music at University of Hull - UCAS

Course summary

Develop a wide range of music and technical skills and be part of a creative community of performers, composers, songwriters, producers and writers. On this dynamic course, you’ll receive robust training in the critical and contextual dimensions of the study of music, exploring and challenging the status, value and significance of music in society. You’ll have the time and resource to pursue your creative endeavours. This could be performing, composing, organising events, or becoming a music technologist. All of this prepares you for today’s fast-moving music culture, giving you the confidence and skills for a successful career. Why study at Hull?

  • Learn from performance-led staff: Our staff include experienced DJs, band members, stage performers and session musicians, who are actively making and performing music.
  • 100% employability: A perfect 100% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating.¹
  • Industry-standard facilities: Get exclusive access to our 400-seat concert venue, professional recording studios, ambisonic studios, and rehearsal spaces.
Where could ths take me? Our graduates have successfully set-up record labels – even before finishing their degrees – while others have become performers, conductors and managers. With the versatile skills gained from this degree, you can head into a career in producing, audio engineering, live sound engineering, teaching or journalism. Once you’ve graduated, you’ll have a professional portfolio to enhance your CV, along with access to our extensive network of industry partners. This network could provide you with opportunities for live projects, work experience and masterclasses. ¹ (Music) UK domicile full-time first degree leavers; Higher Education Graduate Outcomes statistics, for the academic year 2020/21, published by HESA June 2023.

Modules

Core modules include Creating Recorded Music Creating Live Music Core Music Techniques Applied Music Skills Individual Creative Project Collaborative Creative Project Specialist Music Skills Major Project Working in Music Optional modules include: Professional Music Skills Music & Sound for Media

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W300
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Applicants should be at a minimum of Grade 7 standard in their instrumental or vocal studies. Musicians who can demonstrate performance at this level but who have not taken practical examinations are also encouraged to apply. Applicants with other qualifications are welcome to apply.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
60%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250* Year 1
England £9250* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250* Year 1
Scotland £9250* Year 1
Wales £9250* Year 1
Channel Islands £9250* Year 1
International £15400* Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.

Provider information

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University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX


Clearing contact details

Online Clearing Enquiry Form
Admissions and Applicant Services

01482 466100

Course Clearing information

Additional information

Thursday 17 August, 7am - 9pm Friday 18 August, 8am-6pm Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm


Course contact details

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Main Contact

01482 466100

Music at University of Hull - UCAS