BMus (Hons) Music Performance at University of West London

Programme overview

This dynamic and stimulating music performance course is designed for classical music instrumentalists and singers who want to work professionally in the music industry. The BMus (Hons) Performance degree will prepare you for a successful career in music with an internationally renowned team of lecturers, professional musicians, researchers, and acclaimed instrumental and vocal teaching staff.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The BMus (Hons) Music Performance degree will help you develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence you need to become a professional classical musician at the highest level. You will be coached through individual lessons on your main instrument or vocal study in classical styles, although there are many opportunities to cross over genres and styles. You will develop flexible musicianship skills as you explore new techniques. Modules include: Performance Practice; Understanding Creative Industries; Practical Musicianship; Applied Musicianship (Community Music); Performing on Stage; Music, Culture and History; Exploring Performance; Practical Arranging; Business Skills for the Music Industry; From Stage to Studio.

Career pathways

A range of career paths and jobs open up for music performance degree graduates, from working as a freelance soloist or chamber musician to starting a career in musical theatre or an opera company. You could also pursue a career in the wider music industry and go into events management, record production, as well as work in television, film, and media, talent agencies, instrument sales, and product development. Job roles include: freelance soloist; chamber musician; session musician; touring musician; orchestral musician; principal/section leader in an orchestra; member of a choir or opera company; musician in a musical theatre pit band.

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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. We require you to have a minimum standard of musical ability - currently Grade 8 standard or equivalent (on your stated first instrument, or voice), alongside Grade 5 Music Theory and sight-reading at Grade 5 or 6 (or equivalent). 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: 06WJ88, WJ88.

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

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

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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

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