Develop your practical and theoretical understanding of music. Explore new genres. Become a versatile musician.
The study of music should not be about one genre. It should be eclectic and embrace every musician, every style, background and culture. When you study music with us you do not just learn about classical, jazz and rock. You also learn about music from around the world and unexpected genres.
When you join our music degree, you choose to experience different genres and specialisms. The course gives you the chance to explore performance, composition and community music. This means you can become a versatile musician and this flexibility can help you achieve your ambitions.
You will take a practical approach to your learning. Receive tuition in your chosen instrument and take part in voice workshops. You will also perform regularly in different venues across the city from York Minster to the National Centre for Early Music.
Realise your creative potential and explore your self expression as you develop an understanding of music's place in society. Each module will allow you to explore topics such as:
The different elements of music
Vocal techniques
Composition
Ensemble performance
The application of music in the community
Future applications of your abilities
Alongside your practical learning, you will also explore the theoretical aspects of music. Working alongside your classmates, postgraduate students and your lecturers, you will research and evaluate concepts and artistic processes.
Our enthusiastic and supportive team of experienced music tutors include performers, composers, teachers and community musicians. Their musical interests include everything from jazz and metal to choral music and brass bands. A large group of instrumental and vocal teachers who cover all instruments and musical styles will also support you through your studies.
Course Details - Modules
Modules may include:
Year 1
Musicking
Perspectives on Music 1
Ensembles and Team Work
VOX
Drumming
Year 2
Ensemble Strategies
Perspectives on Music 2
Musical Exploration
Professional Context and Practise
Composition Strategies
Principles of Community Music
Solo Performance Strategies
Year 3
Ensembles and Leadership
Dissertation
Collaborative Project
Enterprise and Employability
Advanced Composition
Advanced Solo Performance
Professional Practise in Community Music
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:
W300
Institution code:
Y75
Campus Name:
Main Site
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
For Second Year entry, applicants must have completed the first year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 120 credits.
For Third Year entry, applicants must have completed the first and second year of Higher Education in a similar subject with a total of 240 credits.
Applicants will need to submit a transcript of their completed study, and offers will be subject to a mapping exercise of modules to ensure an appropriate alignment of course content.
Please be aware that transfer applications are subject to availablity of space on the selected academic year of your chosen course.
For more information on the transfer process, please see https://www.yorksj.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transferring-to-york-st-john-university/.
If transferring to the final year of a course containing a placement or study abroad year, you must have also completed a placement or study abroad year prior to starting the course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course