Futureworks has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Elevate Your Music Production Game! Are you ready to take your music production skills to the next level? BA (Hons) Music Production is designed to equip you with the tools and professional techniques needed to create world-class productions. Learn the intricacies of production and mixing; master your tracks to perfection; discover the secrets of successful distribution through our in-house label. Whether you’re at the start of your journey or an experienced producer, our expert tutors will guide you every step of the way. Join our community of talented producers and unlock your full potential. Futureworks is fully equipped with state-of-the-art studios, resources, and facilities so whether you’re into rock, electronic, or experimental sound, we’ve got the perfect setup for your creative needs and the technical expertise to ensure you’ll make the best use of these facilities.
Modules
YEAR 1 Production (40 credits) Working in the Studio (40 credits) Mixing (20 credits) Professional Development (20 credits) YEAR 2 Studio Production (40 credits) Sound Design (40 credits) Professional Preparation (20 credits) Creative Composition (20 credits) YEAR 3 Major Project (40 credits) Advanced Studio Production (20 credits) Music Mastering (20 credits) Professional Portfolio (40 credits) WHAT ARE CREDITS? As a guide, 20 credits typically represents around 52 hours of tutor contact time (e.g. lectures/workshops/feedback) and 148 hours of self-study time (usually over the course of a semester). These numbers may increase or decrease depending on the nature, length and level of the module, especially towards the end of the course.
Assessment method
Throughout the programme you will be assessed primarily on your creative output, with an emphasis on practical submissions accompanied by presentations and written work in the form of supporting documentation and essays. Practical exercises and studio driving tests during studio or workshop-based sessions will be used as a means for you to monitor your progress along the way to help develop more formal assessment work. Written assessment methods include technical logs, reports, essays, and written evaluations. Oral assessment methods include presentations, pitches, and viva voces. Coursework Assessments include compositions, recordings, audio visual works and web design.
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:
- WJ39
- Institution code:
- F98
- Campus name:
- Futureworks (Manchester)
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
International applicants
We are able to accept applications from students requiring a Student visa.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 - 120 points
A level - BCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
GCSE level 4 & above
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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 | £17000 | Year 1 |
| International | £17000 | 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
Futureworks
Riverside
New Bailey Street
Manchester
M3 5FS