Course summary
Unlock your potential as an artist with the UK's only Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Songwriting course, tailor-made to propel your career as a successful songwriter. This program is your gateway to honing your songwriting skills, crafting your unique musical style, and mastering the art of recording, production, and product promotion for the music industry. Throughout your time at our University, you'll collaborate extensively within the School of Creative Arts, connecting with fellow students in Composition, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Live Sound, and Lighting, mirroring real industry practices. You'll have numerous opportunities to showcase your music in state-of-the-art performance spaces, including our regular HertsLive event and the thrilling end-of-year SonicHerts festival. Many of our Music department academics are active music industry professionals, including producers, songwriters, composers, remixers, sound designers, and engineers, all of whom bring their invaluable experience and expertise into the teaching environment. This unique course integrates the essential elements for a successful songwriting career, including the ability to craft captivating songs, employ contemporary production techniques, effectively market and promote your work, all while fostering personal and professional growth. If you're a talented songwriter, performer, producer, or music creator eager to expand your understanding of songwriting and its role in the creative industries, this course is your ideal choice. Don't miss this opportunity to realise your full potential as a songwriter.
How to apply
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
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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 - 120 points
A level - BBC - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band or equivalent |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | 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
Provider information
University of Hertfordshire
College Lane
Hatfield
AL10 9AB
Course contact details
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01707 284800