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Music Production and Business with Foundation Year at Buckinghamshire New University - UCAS

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Course summary

Discover your future in music with Music Production and Business at BNU. This course blends hands-on audio production with key business skills, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the music industry. You'll work in high end facilities and learn from industry experts, making sure you're ready to start your career with confidence. Join us and turn your love for music into a successful career. In the Foundation Year of this four-year course, you’ll build essential academic study skills. This year will help you gain confidence in your abilities. You’ll also identify your strengths and areas for development. Together, these will prepare you for progression to the undergraduate degree. Why study Music Production and Business at BNU? Comprehensive and Diverse Curriculum You'll get a well-rounded education that combines technical skills with business acumen. Studying everything from Audio Production Technologies to Entertainment Law means you'll be prepared for various roles in the music industry. This diverse curriculum lets you explore both the creative and business sides of music, making you a versatile professional. You'll gain a deep understanding of how the industry operates, from the studio to the boardroom. Hands-on learning Our course emphasizes hands-on learning through real-world projects. Covering topics like Live Audio and Recording & Mixing Techniques, you'll gain practical experience that employers value. You'll work on live briefs, manage recording sessions, and develop marketing strategies, ensuring you're ready to tackle the challenges of the music industry from day one. Industry standard facilities At BNU, you'll have access to top-notch facilities, including a Dolby Atmos certified sound lab. This means you'll be working with the same equipment used by professionals, giving you a real edge in the industry. Our studios are equipped with the latest software and industry standard hardware, giving you a head start and ensuring you stay ahead of the curve. You'll also have access to a variety of recording spaces, from our Dolby Atmos certified sound lab to our full analogue recording studio. Industry relevant content Our curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the latest trends and practices in the music industry. Modules like Industry Issues and Moshpit Politics ensure you learn the most current skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic music business environment. Diverse career options With a degree in Music Production & Business from BNU, you'll graduate ready for a variety of careers. Whether you want to be a music producer, sound engineer, artist manager, or music marketer, our course provides the skills and knowledge to pursue your passion. The comprehensive content ensures you're well-prepared for the diverse opportunities in the music industry. You'll be equipped to adapt to various roles and thrive in a competitive field. What will I study? Combine your love of music with sound business practice. You’ll develop relevant management skills and a firm understanding of the music business. You'll study the importance of intellectual property and develop a solid understanding of how to negotiate contracts, learn about the unique nature of dealing with recording artists and how to maximise the potential of compositions with a variety of recording techniques. You'll also spend time on a number of DIY approaches to the music business. At its core, our Music Production and Business programme aims to produce creative graduates with the necessary technical, theoretical and professional skills for employment within the creative industries. You’ll gain comprehensive training in key elements of music and audio production: studio production, music performance and composition, immersive audio techniques, critical listening and analysis, sound design, and live audio production techniques.

Modules

Foundation Year Live Performance Practice Introduction to Popular Music Introduction to Composition Introduction to Entrepreneurship Professional Skills Review Final Project Year one Audio Production Technologies Entertainment Industry Framework Live Audio Sound Design for Moving Image Recording and Mixing Techniques Year two Core Modules The Music Entrepreneur Research Methods Creative Audio Production Music Business Project Option Modules Live Production Technology Location Sound and Post-Production Live Event Management and Experience Design Music Publishing Year three Core Modules A & R Professional Production Project Dissertation/Independent Work Option Modules Creative Audio Project Immersive Audio Techniques Mosh Pit Politics Digital Marketing

Assessment method

You’ll also engage with our dynamic programme of visiting lecturers and can benefit from live project briefs, master classes, and plenty of networking opportunities. Previous live-industry briefs have seen students work at Glastonbury, Dolby and Pinewood Studios. You'll also get the chance to work with up and coming music artists. Previous artists have included the Ting Tings, Jake Bugg, and Florence and the Machine. You’ll study in a close-knit tutor group where everyone’s input is recognised and valued. Not only will you be able to make friends for life, you’ll also make important connections that could last through your career, and you’ll form a network, just like you’d find in the working-world. A variety of assessment methods will be used as appropriate to the modules you take, including essays, reports, portfolios of creative audio content, written evaluations, presentations, and some continuous assessment on practical tasks. Assessments will be appropriate to the task, achievable, motivating and vocationally focussed, forming a constructive part of your learning process.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
NJ24
Institution code:
B94
Campus name:
High Wycombe Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

International applicants

Visit bnu.ac.uk/international to find out more about applying to BNU as an international student!

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://bucks.ac.uk/applying-to-bucks/general-entry-requirements


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent.

If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.

BNU English Language Requirements

https://www.bnu.ac.uk/study/general-entry-requirements


Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
95%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £15150 Year 1
International £15150 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

Buckinghamshire New University tuition fees cover the cost of instruction, assessment, and core academic materials. However, additional costs may be incurred for course-related items or requirements, such as, but not limited to: - Text books and supplementary reading materials - Specialised equipment or resources required for specific courses - Field trips, placements, or external activities - Printing, photocopying, and binding - Accommodation, travel, and living expenses Additional costs will vary by course. It is your responsibility as a student to budget for any additional expenses associated with your studies. For further details on what is included in your tuition fees, please check bnu.ac.uk/fees-and-funding

Sponsorship information

There are several ways you can fund your studies, including sponsorship and student loans. You may be able to use ELCAS credits for some of our courses. We also have scholarships and bursaries to help support our students.

Music Production and Business with Foundation Year at Buckinghamshire New University - UCAS