York St John University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Master studio and computer skills to produce great music. Immerse yourself in the creative industries and experience life as a music producer. On our course you will learn to create, arrange and manipulate music and sound. Master advanced sound engineering techniques as you build your portfolio of work. You will work with artists and clients from across the media industry throughout the course. This course is your chance to gain the skills and experience you need to establish yourself as an innovative and professional producer. On this course, you will learn by producing music for professional clients and for yourself. This allows you to build your portfolio and become a confident producer who can adapt to any production situation. During your time with us, you will: Write and produce commercial tracks to enhance your musical understanding Learn advanced studio recording techniques with a developed understanding of acoustics Sequence and synthesize sounds and beats using different digital technologies Learn to negotiate with clients, promote products and handle contracts Produce a major piece of work, like an album or film soundtrack. Alongside the practical element of this degree, you will advance your theoretical understanding of music production. Through lectures you will contribute to current debates around production. This could involve examining modern distribution platforms, the history of production, music in film and much more. When you study with us you benefit from professional experience with artists and clients. You will work on projects with professional producers from the creative industries. You will take part in masterclasses and workshops with high profile music industry guests. There are opportunities to visit professional recording studios, including a working visit to Abbey Road studios in your final year.
Modules
Modules may include: Year 1 - Music Production Portfolio, Sound Engineering and Music Technology, Introduction to Production Musicology, Making Music, Critical Listening Skills, 21st Century Music Business, Project Management and Productivity, Sound Acoustics Year 2 - Developing your Music Production Portfolio, Studio Recording and Computer-Based Production, Critical Studies in Musical Production, Composing and Arranging, Developing a Producer's Ear, Location Recording, Music Production for the Moving Image, Sound Design for the Moving Image, DIY Musician, Electronic Music, Interactive Music Production Year 3 - Music Production Project, Advanced Mixing and Mastering, Progressing your Music Production Career, Music Production Research Project
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- J930
- Institution code:
- Y75
- Campus name:
- York St John University
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits. For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits. Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content. Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course. For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/. If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 104 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/music-production/music-production-ba-hons/
Additional entry requirements
Other
Applicants may be contacted for an informal telephone interview before offer. We would encourage applicants to come to our open days if they are able to.
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
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
| International | £14000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
For courses with an optional Placement Year, during the Placement Year your fees will be reduced to 15% of the annual fee value.
Provider information
York St John University
Lord Mayor's Walk
York
YO31 7EX