BA (Hons) Music Production at University of Derby

This course is aimed at aspiring music producers, sound engineers, composers and sound designers who want to develop their skills and innovate using a hands-on approach to learning and research. You will explore the process of sound recording and production, craft a portfolio of commercial recordings and be supported in promoting your music.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities  |  Department: Music and Music Production  |  Duration: Full-time: 3 Years  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September  |  Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Commercial Composition, Music Industry and Society, Music Theory For Production, Studio Production Techniques. Year 2 core modules: Composing for Commission, Music Business Studies, Spatial Sound and Music Perception, Creative Technologies.

Career pathways

Playing a critical role in the UK’s creative economy, the music industry is undergoing dramatic change. New digital distribution models are emerging, live events are rocketing in popularity, and exciting new ways of music-making are constantly evolving.

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