Course summary
Discover your future in music with Music Production and Business at BNU. This course blends hands-on audio production with key business skills, preparing you for a wide range of careers in the music industry. You'll work in high end facilities and learn from industry experts, making sure you're ready to start your career with confidence. Join us and turn your love for music into a successful career. Why study Music Production and Business at BNU? Comprehensive and Diverse Curriculum You'll get a well-rounded education that combines technical skills with business acumen. Studying everything from Audio Production Technologies to Entertainment Law means you'll be prepared for various roles in the music industry. This diverse curriculum lets you explore both the creative and business sides of music, making you a versatile professional. You'll gain a deep understanding of how the industry operates, from the studio to the boardroom. Hands-on learning Our course emphasizes hands-on learning through real-world projects. Covering topics like Live Audio and Recording & Mixing Techniques, you'll gain practical experience that employers value. You'll work on live briefs, manage recording sessions, and develop marketing strategies, ensuring you're ready to tackle the challenges of the music industry from day one. Industry standard facilities At BNU, you'll have access to top-notch facilities, including a Dolby Atmos certified sound lab. This means you'll be working with the same equipment used by professionals, giving you a real edge in the industry. Our studios are equipped with the latest software and industry standard hardware, giving you a head start and ensuring you stay ahead of the curve. You'll also have access to a variety of recording spaces, from our Dolby Atmos certified sound lab to our full analogue recording studio. Industry relevant content Our curriculum is regularly updated to reflect the latest trends and practices in the music industry. Modules like Industry Issues and Moshpit Politics ensure you learn the most current skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic music business environment. Diverse career options With a degree in Music Production & Business from BNU, you'll graduate ready for a variety of careers. Whether you want to be a music producer, sound engineer, artist manager, or music marketer, our course provides the skills and knowledge to pursue your passion. The comprehensive content ensures you're well-prepared for the diverse opportunities in the music industry. You'll be equipped to adapt to various roles and thrive in a competitive field. What will I study? Combine your love of music with sound business practice. You’ll develop relevant management skills and a firm understanding of the music business. You'll study the importance of intellectual property and develop a solid understanding of how to negotiate contracts, learn about the unique nature of dealing with recording artists and how to maximise the potential of compositions with a variety of recording techniques. You'll also spend time on a number of DIY approaches to the music business. At its core, our Music Production and Business programme aims to produce creative graduates with the necessary technical, theoretical and professional skills for employment within the creative industries. You’ll gain comprehensive training in key elements of music and audio production: studio production, music performance and composition, immersive audio techniques, critical listening and analysis, sound design, and live audio production techniques. This course is also offered as a four-year programme, including an initial Foundation Year. The Foundation Year will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate degree.
Modules
Year one Audio Production Technologies Entertainment Industry Framework Live Audio Sound Design for Moving Image Recording and Mixing Techniques Year two Core Modules The Music Entrepreneur Research Methods Creative Audio Production Music Business Project Option Modules Live Production Technology Location Sound and Post-Production Live Event Management and Experience Design Music Publishing Year three Core Modules A & R Professional Production Project Dissertation/Independent Work Option Modules Creative Audio Project Immersive Audio Techniques Mosh Pit Politics Digital Marketing
Assessment method
A variety of assessment formats will be used throughout the course, including in-class assignments, workshops and presentations. Assessments will be appropriate to the task, achievable, motivating and vocationally focused, forming a constructive part of your learning process.
How to apply
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:
- NJ29
- Institution code:
- B94
- Campus name:
- High Wycombe Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
Visit bnu.ac.uk/international to find out more about applying to BNU as an international student!
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 88 - 112 points
A level - BCC - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM - MMP
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | We require an IELTS score of 6.0 (with no element lower that 5.5) or a recognised equivalent. |
If English is not your first language or if you have studied in a non-majority English-speaking country, then you will typically be required to demonstrate your English language ability (speaking, listening, reading & writing) by way of a test such as IELTS.
BNU English Language Requirements
Student Outcomes
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
England | £9535 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
EU | £15150 | Year 1 |
International | £15150 | 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
Sponsorship information
There are several ways you can fund your studies, including sponsorship and student loans. You may be able to use ELCAS credits for some of our courses. We also have scholarships and bursaries to help support our students.
Provider information
Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road
High Wycombe
HP11 2JZ