26Apr
UndergraduateMiddlesex University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Course Summary The BA Music at Middlesex University is designed to provide a dynamic and versatile degree for students passionate about music, offering opportunities for specialising in areas such as performance, composition, popular music, or music production. This programme provides you with a comprehensive education in music, focusing on both the practical and theoretical aspects. You will graduate with a personalised qualification that reflects your specific interests and skills, whether you choose to focus on performance, composition, or production. Why Study This Course at Middlesex University? Middlesex University’s BA Music offers a rich and immersive learning environment, supported by a faculty of industry professionals with extensive experience in music performance, production, and composition. The course is designed to give students the flexibility to pursue their individual passions and career goals within music. The location of the university in North London provides access to a vibrant music scene and numerous opportunities for networking. You’ll benefit from the university’s state-of-the-art facilities, including a fully equipped recording studio, concert grand pianos, sound-insulated practice rooms, and a variety of music production software. Furthermore, the opportunity to work with internationally renowned artists, guest lecturers, and master classes will help you establish valuable connections within the industry. What You Will Learn Throughout your studies, you will develop a broad knowledge of music through practice-based modules and scholarly study. You will gain skills in music composition, performance, and critical thinking, with a particular focus on contemporary and popular music. The programme includes modules on musicianship, the music industry, music production, and the cultural significance of music. In your third year, you will engage in a collaborative project, writing music for dance and screen. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore interactive music technology, enhancing your understanding of music in the modern digital age. By the end of the course, you will have developed a well-rounded skill set in music and will be ready to pursue a wide range of professional opportunities in the music industry.
Modules
Year 1 - Compulsory Performance, Composition and Songwriting (30 credits) Critical Thinking in Music (30 credits) Music Technologies (30 credits) Musicianship and Theory (30 credits)~ Year 2 - Compulsory, choose one Popular Music in the 21st Century (30 credits) Music and Culture (30 credits) Year 2 - Optional, choose three Songwriting, Composition and Arranging (30 credits) Style and Theory (30 credits) Sound Art and Interactive Music (30 credits) The New Business of Music (30 credits) Recording and Production (30 credits) Performance and Musicianship (30 credits) Year 3 - Optional, choose four Advanced Composition and Songwriting (30 credits) Negotiated Project (30 credits) Music for Dance, Theatre and Live Shows (30 credits) Music and Sound Design for Screen and Virtual Realities (30 credits) Working in Music (30 credits) Music since the 1960s (30 credits) Popular Music Studies (30 credits) Production Project (30 credits) Advanced Performance and Musicianship (30 credits)
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- W301
- Institution code:
- M80
- Campus name:
- Hendon Campus
- Campus code:
- H
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 45 credits P: 0 credits
Entry requirements listed are accurate at the time of publishing and vary between programmes. Please check your chosen course page for specific entry requirements. Depending on your chosen course, we also consider a combination of qualifications. The latest entry requirements can be found on the course page at https://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/music We have a personalised admissions approach in which we make fair, but aspirational offers to our applicants. We feel it’s important that you continue to aim high and achieve great results. If you don’t quite make the grades you hoped to, we’ll look at more than your qualifications when making our final decision. We’ll take into consideration any barriers you may have faced in your learning, especially with potential disruption due to the coronavirus, your achievements in other areas and your personal statement. At Middlesex, we’ll always aim to be as flexible as possible. We pride ourselves on how we recognise potential in our applicants, and support them to succeed in the future.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
http://www.mdx.ac.uk/courses/help-with-your-application/undergraduate-application/entry-requirements
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Interview
Portfolio
Other
Entry onto this course requires an online Zoom interview. The interview will start with a group welcome talk followed by 1-1 interviews. Details of your subject specific interview will be emailed to you. Your audition is a chance to show us what stage you're at in your musical development. You'll be asked to perform on your first-study instrument or voice. Choose a short (max 3') piece you've learned in advance and are comfortable performing. You will be expected to be familiar with standard musical notation, and basic music theory and harmony. As a rough guide, you should aim to be at Associated Board (ABRSM) Grade 5 level or similar. We'll also invite you to talk briefly about a musical topic of your choice, and ask about your musical interests and aspirations. If you are unable to attend the interview, you can submit a portfolio instead.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | With a minimum of 5.5 in each component |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 72 | With at least 17 in listening & writing, 20 in speaking and 18 in reading |
| PTE Academic | 51 | With at least 51 in all components |
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16600 | Year 1 |
| International | £16600 | Year 1 |
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
Middlesex University
Hendon Campus
The Burroughs
Barnet
NW4 4BT