BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance

... United Kingdom
... Solent University

Course Overview

Throughout the course, you’ll be supported to develop a wide range of musical skills alongside academic, research and critical-thinking proficiencies that are relevant to many different careers.

The course features an extensive study of the music industries including copyright, contract law and career pathways. You’ll also be encouraged to develop transferable skills in research, IT, presentation, teamwork, creative thinking, communication and project management.

The curriculum is taught by a highly experienced course team, many of whom are active industry experts with professional experience in performance, studio and live sound, electronic sound design and the business and culture of music production. The team’s industry links also enable a handpicked selection of students to record at the world-renowned Abbey Road Studios.

You’ll study in our industry-standard facilities, including rehearsal rooms and recording studios – and will have access to the full backline and PA during your rehearsals and classes.

Beyond timetabled seminars and workshops you will be encouraged to engage with Southampton’s thriving music scene. By promoting your own shows, you’ll cultivate your talents and expand your understanding of real-world arrangement, composition and stagecraft.

General Eligibility

104-120 UCAS tariff points from A-levels

  • A minimum of two completed A-levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma at MMM or BTEC Diploma at D*D, a T-Level Merit, or equivalent qualification, or a combination of qualifications which comply with the minimum entry requirement of 104 UCAS points.

  • Direct entry into years two or three may be considered for this course.

  • Applicants over the age of 21 may be considered based on relevant experience, without having the required tariff points.

  • For further information about UK qualifications, please contact admissions.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

    • IELTS minimum 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each individual component

    • TOEFL IBT minimum 80 with a minimum of 20 in each individual component

    • Duolingo English Language Test - 115 overall with a minimum of 95 in each component
      or equivalent.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Music and Performance


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Campus Name

Southampton City Centre


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 3 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

9250,

15000, (INT)


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