Course summary
Develop your talent as a musician and performer through the practical and theoretical study of popular music. Our course provides a unique opportunity for you to excel in performance while developing a critical mind and becoming an intelligent, multi-skilled musician. Popular musicians learn in different ways so the course uses accelerated learning techniques to ensure that all students progress in areas of musicianship, making clear links between performance, context, theory and professional practice. The Department is committed to this holistic method of study, helping you to understand the value in what you are learning as you become confident, creative musicians. Our Department also has excellent links with industry professionals and visiting professors. On this highly practical course, you will have the opportunity to develop extremely useful skills such as recording techniques, live PA mixing, songwriting and arranging – all essential for working in the music industry. Large multi-purpose performance spaces and music specific facilities, such as soundproof rehearsal rooms and a range of performance and recording equipment, will ensure you get the most out of your degree. Graduate careers include musician, songwriter, music promotions manager, sound engineer, music teacher or events organiser. Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.
Modules
For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.
Assessment method
You will submit a variety of work for summative assessment, including solo and group performances, presentations, recordings, composition portfolios and written essays.
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:
- W341
- Institution code:
- C55
- Campus name:
- Chester
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 72 points
A level - DDD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP - MPP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - CCCC
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H4, H4, H4, H4
The University of Chester considers a wide range of Level 3 qualifications and a wide range of professional / vocational qualifications.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | 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
Provider information
University of Chester
Parkgate Road
Chester
CH1 4BJ
Clearing contact details
CLEARING 2024: GET WORLD READYAdmissions Office
01244 567470
Additional information
Phone lines are open: Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 5:30 pm; Friday 9:00 am to 4:30 pm; Except: Thursday 15th August 8:00 am to 7:00 pm; Friday 16th August 8:00 am to 6:00 pm; Saturday 17th August 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Sunday 18th August 10:00 am to 4:00 pm; Saturday 24th August 9:00 am to 5:00 pm;