Primary instrument/specialism
- Composition
Course summary
Launch your career in music with our MA in Popular Music (Writer / Producer). Designed to empower you with a blend of musical expertise, a professional mindset and creative ingenuity, this postgraduate degree will prepare you to enter the ever-changing landscape of the modern music industry. At Leeds Conservatoire students are in control of their personal, creative, and intellectual growth, emerging as skilled musicians and reflective practitioners who are prepared for enduring success in the music industry. You’ll be challenged to explore, experiment, and uncover fresh perspectives and methodologies, being empowered to craft your best work and stand out in today's competitive global music scene.
Course details
Principal study options
During the application and audition process, you must select which instrument(s) you wish to specialise in for the duration of your course. On this course, you can choose from the following options:
Main specialism
Only one specialism is studied. It may be possible to study a further instrument, but this will not contribute towards the qualification.
Instrument/specialisms
For all courses, you must select at least one specialism from the 'primary' list. For those studying primary/secondary pathways, two instruments may be selected – one from the 'primary' list and one from the 'secondary' list. Joint pathway students may select any two instruments from either list.
Modules
Specialist Study modules in trimesters 1, 2 and 3 give students opportunities to reach their musical potential through one-to-one tuition and group workshops in songwriting and/or production Creative Practice in Context modules in trimesters 1 and 2 engage students in research activities that place their music within a range of philosophical, historical, sociological, industrial and critical contexts.
Assessment method
You will be assessed at the end of each of three trimesters. Creative Practice in Context Modules 1 and 2 will be assessed by Essay or Presentation Specialist Study Modules 1, 2 and 3 will be assessed by Composition portfolio and Production portfolio and Reflective Commentary
How to apply
*If you are an international applicant, or you are applying for a postgraduate course, or are choosing certain assessment locations, the 'on time' deadline may be later in the year - please contact the conservatoire directly.
02Oct
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:
- 810F
- Institution code:
- L31
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
A good first degree (in any subject, normally 2.2 or above). Candidates must also demonstrate appropriate proficiency in songwriting and production, which will be assessed through a portfolio submission. For applicants that require a Student Visa to study in the UK, the standard requirement is IELTS 6.0 with no sub-test less than 5.5
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Assessment locations
In the event of a successful assessment, applicants may be invited for a further interview prior to being made an offer.
Remote assessment recordings may be accepted in the event that you cannot attend an assessment in person.
Single specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Online portfolio submission (All applicants) | No fee charged | |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
Joint principal specialism assessment
| Location | On-time Fee | Late Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Online portfolio submission (All applicants) | No fee charged | |
*Fee not collected by UCAS
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £12400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £12400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £12400 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £12400 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £12400 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £12400 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20000 | Year 1 |
| International | £20000 | 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Leeds Conservatoire
3 Quarry Hill
Leeds
LS2 7PD