BA (Hons) Popular Music at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

The University of Liverpool has a particular specialism in popular music, having established the world’s first specialist centre for its study - the Institute of Popular Music - in 1988. Recent investment in our teaching facilities has provided state-of-the-art studios, practice rooms, a games research lab and a large rehearsal space. Study popular music where popular music studies began.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

May take a maximum of one from 102, 106, 130 (Classical Music options) Compulsory modules in year one include Introduction to Popular Music History, Music Worlds: Culture, Practice and Industry.

Career pathways

As well as jobs in music employers in many sectors are increasingly seeking arts and humanities graduates for their transferable skills.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB but the offer may be reduced to BBB for those candidates achieving grade 8 distinction in any instrument.; GCSE: 4/C in English and 4/C in Mathematics; Subject requirements: No specific subject requirements. If an applicant is taking grade 8 in any instrument (or singing), a dual offer can be made: ABB or BBB with grade 8 Distinction.; BTEC Extended Diploma: BTEC applications are encouraged. We evaluate each BTEC application on its merits and may make offers at DDM.; IB: 32 points overall with no score less than 4 or pass the IB Diploma plus 6,5,5 in 3 HL subjects.; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time; Year in industry fee £2,010; Year abroad fee £1,508 (applies to year in China) (not included) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,000 a year (2027/28). full-time; Year in industry fee £2,010; Year abroad fee £14,000 (applies to year in China) (not included) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://ucas.com/students

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