Course Summary

Designed for today's independent, self-motivated musicians and artists, this course focuses primarily on technique, performance, composition, production and business. Alongside music creation, musicians are empowered to develop a strategic approach to sustainable careers in the new digital music industry. We regret that this course is not currently available to applicants who’d require a Student Visa. However, we also offer BA(Hons) Career Musician on a 2-year, full-time distance learning basis, and this is open to everyone. For more information, please take a look at the WaterBear website: https://www.waterbear.org.uk

Course Details - Modules

Year One The first year of study focuses on developing well-rounded skills and techniques in performing, composition and production, alongside an exploration of traditional and current music industry practice. Modules ·      Your Music ·      Your Music Industry ·      Your Musical Development ·      Your Strategy Year Two The second year of the course continues to prioritise musical development in your chosen specialism (guitar, bass, drums, vocals, songwriting, production), but the focus shifts towards the development of a personal style and the exploration of innovation in music and business. Modules ·      Who Are You? ·      Making Things Happen ·      Innovation in Music ·      Innovation in Music Industry Year Three The third year of the course moves towards the musician fully taking charge of the direction of their musical and project work. This year is a bridge into your future employment. Modules ·      Dissertation ·      Journeys ·      Destinations Programme structures and modules can change as part of our curriculum enhancement and review processes. If a certain module is important to you, please discuss it with the course leader.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

How to Apply

26 January 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: W3A2

Institution code: F33

Campus Name: WaterBear, Brighton

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

We welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

We may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers.

60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject.

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

Acceptable when combined with other qualifications

a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications

A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points

If you are able to demonstrate relevant, current, equivalent experience instead of formal qualifications, we encourage you to apply. Please contact our Applicant Services team before applying, for advice regarding your individual experience and eligibility. If you are an international applicant and require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must have a recognised English language test approved and vouched for by the University at the appropriate level. Our Applicant Services team can help you with any general questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests. For more specific advice, we recommend you also consult UKCISA http://www.ukcisa.org.uk/

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 0%

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Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

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Provider information

Woodlane
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Falmouth
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