BA (Hons) Music Management at University of West London

Programme overview

Set the stage for a rewarding career in the music business and be a part of a thrilling, fast-paced industry with global appeal. The BA (Hons) Music Management degree is one of the most practical, collaborative and industry-linked undergraduate courses on offer in Europe. The course begins with a focus on the UK business and the activities around live promotion and the delivery of recorded music release system.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 - 7 years part-time; 1 year top-up | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This BA (Hons) Music Management course has been designed to offer you an understanding of the music industry. The degree uses a combination of simulated learning environments, lecture material and practical workshops to offer you a new pathway to realising your potential career. The music management degree establishes a core understanding of how and why the music business operates and builds on this knowledge with a strong focus on new and creative marketing concepts. Modules include: Music Management Project; Source and define appropriate research methodologies; Music Industry Insights; Digital Marketing; Festival Studies; Portfolio Development; Live Music Industry; Understanding Creative Industries; The Management Role; Club Promotion and Roles.

Career pathways

Music Management degree graduates can go on to work in a variety of different roles within the music industry, including artist management, PR, press and more. You could also continue your studies if you would like to specialise further. Job roles include: artist management; booking agencies; PR and press; publishing; record labels; event and tour managing; collection societies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112-128; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; T Levels. Your Level 3 qualifications would normally include Music or an alternative relevant subject area. You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: 06N290, N290, N291.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Top-up (1 year, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Top-up (1 year, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 - 7 years part-time; 1 year top-up

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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