York St John University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Develop your practical and theoretical understanding of music. Explore new genres. Become a versatile musician. The study of music should not be about one genre. It should be eclectic and embrace every musician, every style, background and culture. When you study music with us you do not just learn about classical, jazz and rock. You also learn about music from around the world and unexpected genres. When you join our music degree, you choose to experience different genres and specialisms. The course gives you the chance to explore performance, composition and community music. This means you can become a versatile musician and this flexibility can help you achieve your ambitions. You will take a practical approach to your learning. Receive tuition in your chosen instrument and take part in voice workshops. You will also perform regularly in different venues across the city from York Minster to the National Centre for Early Music. Realise your creative potential and explore your self expression as you develop an understanding of music's place in society. Each module will allow you to explore topics such as: The different elements of music Vocal techniques Composition Ensemble performance The application of music in the community Future applications of your abilities Alongside your practical learning, you will also explore the theoretical aspects of music. Working alongside your classmates, postgraduate students and your lecturers, you will research and evaluate concepts and artistic processes. Our enthusiastic and supportive team of experienced music tutors include performers, composers, teachers and community musicians. Their musical interests include everything from jazz and metal to choral music and brass bands. A large group of instrumental and vocal teachers who cover all instruments and musical styles will also support you through your studies.
Modules
Modules may include: Year 1 Musicking Perspectives on Music 1 Ensembles and Team Work VOX Drumming Year 2 Ensemble Strategies Perspectives on Music 2 Musical Exploration Professional Context and Practise Composition Strategies Principles of Community Music Solo Performance Strategies Year 3 Ensembles and Leadership Dissertation Collaborative Project Enterprise and Employability Advanced Composition Advanced Solo Performance Professional Practise in Community Music
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:
- W300
- 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/performance/music-ba-hons/
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
| 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 |
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
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