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Music Pathway Programmes in the UK

Pathway and Foundation Programmes

A student looking to study a degree in music should have at least some experience of your chosen instrument or specialisation. A music degree is perfect for any student who is passionate about music, and wishes to further their theoretical and practical knowledge.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

Music Pathway and Foundation Programmes in 2024

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Foundation Degree Creative Music Production and Business FdA

University of Westminster United Kingdom

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Music Production HND

University of Northampton (UON) United Kingdom

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Musical Theatre FdA, BA (Hons), CertHE

Teesside University United Kingdom

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Music Foundation Year Foundation

Northumbria University Newcastle United Kingdom

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Drama Foundation - Musical Theatre UG:Foundation

Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts United Kingdom

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Foundation Degree in Popular Music FdA

Birmingham City University United Kingdom

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Electronic Music Production Foundation Degree

Leeds Conservatoire United Kingdom

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Music Performance FdA

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) United Kingdom

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Art, Design, Film, Media and Music University Foundation Studies Course UG:Foundation

University of Hertfordshire (UH) United Kingdom

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