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Music BA (Hons) at University of Sussex

University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Explore sound in all its forms and transform your ideas into original music. Learn to navigate the realities of today’s music industry. Develop skills in performing, composing, writing and research to thrive in today’s diverse professional and industry contexts.

Duration: 3 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Practical Musicianship, Studio Performance, Arranging for Songs and Ensembles, Electronic Music and Production, Teaching. Year 2 core modules: Collaborative Music Project, Music Industries & Professional Practice, Musical Revolutions. Year 3 core modules: Major Creative Project.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: BBB Subjects: You must have evidence of strong music ability. You might have A-level Music or Music Technology (with at least grade B in either) or an equivalent Level 3 qualification, such as a BTEC in Music or International Baccalaureate HL Certificate in Music (see ‘Other UK Qualifications’ drop-down menu below for full details of entry requirements). You may have a performance or theory qualification from one of the accredited boards such as ABSRM or Rock School. You may have other evidence of strong performance, composition or professional experience from outside your academic studies. If you are applying without a formal music qualification, but otherwise have a strong UCAS application, we will probably ask you to submit evidence of your music ability as part of our selection process. You might, for example, be asked to provide a portfolio of compositions or songs/tracks or recordings of public performances, or a combination of these. You should describe your musical experience thoroughly in your personal statement. GCSEs: You should also have a broad range of GCSEs 9-4 (A*-C), including good grades in relevant subjects. Extended Project Qualification: We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us English language: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component. UCAS code W300.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 28,100 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full time

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