Course summary
Designed for those who wish to work in the piano industry as a tuner and/or technician, the BA (Hons) Musical Instrument Craft (Piano Tuning and Repair) is the only programme of its kind in the UK. The course aims to prepare learners with the skills needed to join the piano trade. The Newark Piano School at Newark College is situated in a specialist building close to the main College campus, giving easy access to College facilities and the town centre. The School’s modern, well-appointed facilities boast 16 individual tuning rooms containing more than fifty pianos - which are used exclusively for piano tuning practice. The dedicated workshops are fitted with tailored workbenches and storage facilities and are fully health and safety and COSHH compliant. Large stocks of trade specific tools, materials and parts are available along with numerous and varied types of upright and grand pianos. Together, this ensures that students have the opportunity to gain a wealth of practical experience of all aspects of piano tuning, restoration and repair. Learners can also benefit from the School’s strong links with industry - a regular feature of which is visiting speakers from trade organisations and suppliers. Graduating students could progress to a range of job opportunities either in employment by piano firms and shops or on a self-employed basis. The Steinway Company, amongst others, have recruited directly from Newark Piano School.
Modules
Typical Modules Include: Year 1 Anatomy and Design Basic Techniques Workshop Practice Making Specialist Tools 1 Historical and Contextual Studies Year 2 Core Modules: Applied Acoustics Problem Solving Making Specialist Tools 2 Optional Modules: Maintenance Restoration Overhaul Tuning Case Finishing Year 3 Business Practice Advanced Craft Techniques Professional Standards Test Final Major Project Preparation Final Major Project Realisation *Optional modules will run where there are sufficient student numbers, otherwise an alternative option module may be offered.
Assessment method
The assessment methods typically used throughout the programme include: Assessment of practical work supported by a portfolio of notes and research.
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:
- J951
- Institution code:
- L42
- Campus name:
- Newark College
- Campus code:
- N
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Additional entry requirements
Criminal records declaration (DBS/Disclosure Scotland)
Interview
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS with an overall score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Equivalent English language qualifications may be acceptable for applicants requiring a visa |
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
EU | £9500 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9500 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9500 | Year 1 |
England | £8500 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £8500 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £8500 | Year 1 |
Wales | £8500 | Year 1 |
International | £9500 | 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
Lincoln College University Centre
Monks Road
Lincoln
LN2 5HQ