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Songwriting and Artist Development at University of Hertfordshire - UCAS

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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

Application codes

Course code:
W3T4
Institution code:
H36
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS of 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band or equivalent

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
90%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
100%
Go onto work and study

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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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Songwriting and Artist Development at University of Hertfordshire - UCAS