BA (Hons) Music Production and Performance at Buckinghamshire New University

Programme overview

If you have a passion for music and want to turn that into a career of composing, performing and recording original pieces, then this course could be for you. BA (Hons) Music Production and Performance is designed to help you develop a wide range of music production and performance skills, making use of technologies to compose, perform, record and produce original music. Upon graduation you’ll leave with a substantial portfolio of original work in performance, composition and production.

Faculty: Music Production Performance and Business | Duration: Three Years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: High Wycombe, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course will help you to develop many of the skills required in the creative industries, preparing you for life in music environments, including studio-based music production, live sound, composition, performance and music-related entrepreneurial ventures. You’ll study key elements of music production and performance, including studio production, music performance and composition, critical listening and analysis, and live audio production techniques. Core modules include Audio Production Technologies, Recording & Mixing Techniques, Live Audio, Entertainment Industry Framework, Performance Practice & Reflection, Introduction to Musicianship, Creative Audio Production, Research Methods, Performance Development, Songwriting Techniques, Advanced Recording and Mixing Techniques, Musicianship and Peer Mentoring, Extended Independent Work, Immersive Audio Techniques.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates have gone on to have successful careers in the Music industry, find out more about our Music alumni in the Wall of Fame. Our BA (Hons) Music Production and Performance course will help prepare you for a range of career possibilities in areas such as Producers, Performers, Composers, Researchers or Educators. Roles include Dan Hulme, Andrew Scheps, Jon Leidecker, DJ Krust.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A typical offer will require a UCAS tariff score of: 88 - 112 UCAS points can be obtained through qualifications such as A levels, T levels, BTEC or an Access to Higher Education course in a relevant subject. Please list all your qualifications on the application form as you will be asked to provide copies when we receive your application. A minimum of two full A-levels (or equivalent) is required. Every application is considered on an individual basis. UCAS code 23M7.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 15,910 a year (2026/27) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three Years

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