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Music with Creative Music Technology at University of Nottingham - UCAS

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This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

University of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

Music transforms lives. Technology transforms the way we create, perform and consume music, and continues to fundamentally shape the way we experience it. Through this programme, you will develop advanced musical skills, such as performance and composition, alongside technical expertise in a range of creative technologies. Our Music with Creative Music Technology course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the dynamic world of music production and innovation. You’ll also build on your future career development, with music-specific work placement opportunities carefully designed to help you look beyond your degree. On this course, you will learn to master contemporary music technology and create ground-breaking sounds, compositions, and optional performances using the latest tools and techniques. You’ll develop a deep understanding of music and explore its rich history, social impact, and cultural significance. Facilities We have purpose-built spaces to compose, rehearse, perform, record and experiment. Work together We encourage collaboration between students, joining up work across modules and getting involved in staff projects. See recent examples of student projects and have a listen on Soundcloud to some tracks our students have produced. Performance opportunities

  • The opportunities to perform are extensive:
  • student ensembles
  • on-course groups
  • university-wide orchestra and choir
  • as part of the city's dynamic music scene.
Why choose this course?
  • A well-rounded music education - our programme combines practical skills with academic knowledge, giving you a complete understanding of the music industry
  • Collaborate with like-minded musicians - work together in supportive groups to play, compose and produce music
  • Learn from the best - gain valuable experience working with experienced musicians, producers and technicians
  • Career development - benefit from tailored music-specific work placements that extend your professional horizons beyond your degree. Mentoring and career insights from speakers, previously including Symphonia Viva, Able Orchestra, Streetwise Opera, the Musicians’ Union, and Orchestras Live
  • Pursue your research interests - conduct independent research in music technology, musicology, performance, or composition, exploring interdisciplinary and digital approaches
  • Seize unique opportunities - collaborate with the BBC Concert Orchestra through our exclusive partnership
  • Explore real-world challenges - study across interdisciplinary themes with our ‘Engaged Arts’ optional modules
  • Gain practical skills - work with our dedicated Faculty of Arts Placements Team to assist with your employability skills development via a range of placements, internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Support - 100% of students from the Department of Music said teaching staff supported their learning well (National Student Survey 2024)
You can also access this course through a Foundation Year. This may be suitable if you have faced educational barriers and do not expect to meet the entry requirements for direct entry to a degree course. Please see the UCAS page for the relevant Foundation Year course for further information.

Modules

For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page- https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Music-with-Creative-Music-Technology-BA-Hons-U6UMUSCT.html

How to apply

This course is not open to application until the 13th May 2025.

14Jan

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:
W370
Institution code:
N84
Campus name:
University Park Campus
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including 80% (8.5) in Music. Preferably to include Music but if no Music then we may also ask for a Pass in ABRSM Graded Theory Grade 5 or Trinity, Rockschool or LCM.

Student Outcomes

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75%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
80%
Go onto work and study

The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9535* Year 1
EU £28200* Year 1
England £9535* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535* Year 1
Scotland £9535* Year 1
Wales £9535* Year 1
Channel Islands £9535* Year 1
International £28200* 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

View undergraduate tuition fees for UK and international students: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/fees/tuitionfees/202526/undergraduate.aspx
Music with Creative Music Technology at University of Nottingham - UCAS