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Music Production, BA (Hons), Leeds Arts University

the United Kingdom

Leeds Arts University

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BA (Hons)Full-time3 yearsSeptemberGBP 9535 per yearGBP 18000 per year
BA (Hons)Sandwich4 yearsSeptemberfind outfind out

About Music Production, BA (Hons) - at Leeds Arts University

Calling all music enthusiasts and creative minds, ready to study at the heart of a thriving music and media community. Our BA (Hons) Music Production course offers a range of practical and creative experiences that will ignite your passion.

Working alongside our BMus (Hons) Popular Music Performance course, the programme focuses on studio production, live sound engineering, original music composition, and sound design – the essential building blocks for your musical journey. We’re on the lookout for talented student engineers, recordists, and beatmakers who want to hone their skills and flourish as music production professionals and artists.

Studying BA (Hons) Music Production at Leeds Arts University, you’ll dive into the world of recording, mixing, mastering, and crafting music for various media, including video games and sync. We’ll equip you with the tools and knowledge to thrive in the contemporary creative industries.

Our purpose-built music facilities are designed to mimic industry settings, offering you an exciting environment to learn and grow. From our performance auditorium to well-equipped recording studios and live rooms, we’ve got everything you need to make music magic.

With our experienced tutors and industry professionals, you’ll gain the technical know-how and creative insights to excel as a music producer. We encourage you to showcase your skills through practical study tasks, giving you real-world experience.

Leeds, with its rich musical history and vibrant arts scene, will be your home. BA (Hons) Music Production offers opportunities to collaborate with fellow musicians, filmmakers, games designers, and more, and build your network from the get-go.

If you’re ready to step into the world of music production, this is your chance. Join us and let’s make music together!

*The placement year is subject to approval.

Entry requirements

At enrolment, you should normally have achieved one of the following:

  • A-levels: 104-120 UCAS points including an art/design-related subject
  • European Baccalaureate: 70%
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Successful completion of the IB Diploma Programme with a minimum of 26 points or the equivalent of 104-120 UCAS tariff points, including an art/design-related subject
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
  • BTEC Diploma: DD
  • UAL Extended Diploma: Merit
  • UAL Foundation Diploma: Distinction
  • An international qualification equivalent to the above – please check how your qualifications match our entry requirements. Please visit our website for more information.

We will consider students who do not have art/design as part of their main study but have a portfolio that demonstrates their potential to succeed.

You will also need:

  • Evidence of your English Language ability equivalent to IELTS 5.5 with no component less than 5.5. Please see the English Language Requirements section below for details of accepted qualifications
  • One reference to support your application from an academic teacher, tutor or counsellor
  • A short portfolio (examples of work)

 

Examples of work

Ability will be assessed through a sample of current production performance, that has been uploaded to a suitable sharing platform (YouTube, Google Drive, MS One Drive or Weibo) for review. Guidance on what to include in your examples of work can be found on our website at www.leeds-art.ac.uk/ug-entry-requirements.

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