Course Summary

This course is the follow on to the HNC Music Technology or similar level 4 programme. The Higher National Diploma is a level 5 qualification and is equivalent to the second year of a degree. Upon successful completion of the HND you could progress in education to complete the third and final year of a Music Technology or related degree course at university. Continue your journey into the music industry by taking your work to the next level. Studying at level 5 is a challenging and rewarding endeavour. You will have the opportunity to work in one of our purpose-built recording studios or production suites on industry standard platforms Pro Tools and Logic Pro X. Develop a deep understanding and practical skills in music production, live sound and studio craft. The department has recently benefited from large scale investment featuring a large and small Mac suite, Mac computers in all 3 studios, numerous outboard effects and audio processing equipment including an Allen & Heath Hybrid mixing console. Studying here will mean much lower fees than those at university whilst also offering more support and 1:1 time. You will also have exclusive access to our new HE department featuring social spaces, a kitchen and study spaces.

Course Details - Modules

The HND will comprise of the following units: Creative Research Project and Advanced Music Production as well as 5 specialist units.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Your work will be continually assessed throughout the course. The assessment will depend upon the particular module being studied. Typical assessment methods include assignments, developing portfolios, examinations and presentations. Please refer to the Course Specification for information on assessment for this particular 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: MUTO

Institution code: S23

Campus Name: Main Site

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


The completion of a HNC in Music Technology or closely related level 4 programme.

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

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

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

Go onto work and study: 0%

Fees and funding

England 6750.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 6750.0 Year 1
Scotland 6750.0 Year 1
Wales 6750.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.

Provider information

London Road
Address2 are not listed for this Course.
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 6PR

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