University Centre at the Heart of Yorkshire Education Group (inc Wakefield College & Selby College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
This course has been designed for people who have an interest in popular music and have reached a good standard as a musician. The course provides you with the opportunity to develop current skills, an in-depth knowledge of the industry and the history of popular music. The programme is designed to provide you with a wide experience of performance styles and techniques, and to give you plenty of opportunities to produce and take part in work for the wider community.
Modules
You’ll study 16 units and cover a wide range of topics within popular music. An exploration of the theoretical concepts associated with popular music underpins the practical aspects of the course. Areas studied include popular music performance, the historical development of popular music, the music business and the entrepreneur, composing, song writing, music technology, and studio recording.
Assessment method
Through practical classes you’ll develop a wide range of techniques, and other teaching methods include formal lectures, seminars, tutorials and reflective practice.
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:
- 113W
- Institution code:
- W08
- Campus name:
- Wakefield College
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 64 points
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
Those with previous experience or learning that is relevant may be eligible via our Accredited Prior Learning process for accreditation towards this course. Please enquire through our admissions team.
Additional entry requirements
Audition
Those with previous experience or learning that is relevant may be eligible via our Accredited Prior Learning process for accreditation towards this course All applicants are required to audition
Interview
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6750 | Year 1 |
| England | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6750 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6750 | 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
Wakefield College
Margaret Street
Wakefield
WF1 2DH