Music Production with Foundation Year
University of DerbyDerby (Markeaton Street), United Kingdom
Course overview
• You will develop a broad range of technological skills and knowledge in music production, sound perception, recording and production techniques, sound mixing, and sound design. • We will encourage you to take part in the local music scene through our relationship with venues like Dubrek recording studio and Derby Theatre, which is owned by the University of Derby. • You will be taught by experienced lecturers, many with international research portfolios and who are actively engaged in professional activities including freelance production and performance work. • You will be supported to understand the commercial environment applicable to music production, developing management skills and awareness of professional protocols to prepare you for your career. • Be inspired by our recording studios and rehearsal facilities, which will enable you to produce professional quality recordings. • Benefit from our strong links with the music industry and be invited to participate in our yearly Music Production Show, with guest presentations from industry professionals such as: Avid, Yamaha, Focusrite, Ableton, the Musicians Union and local industry.
Key highlights
- Covers recording, mixing, sound design and sound perception
- Links with Dubrek recording studio and Derby Theatre
- Taught by lecturers active in freelance production and performance
- Recording studios and rehearsal facilities for professional-quality recordings
- Annual Music Production Show with talks from Avid, Yamaha and Ableton
- Develops management skills and awareness of music industry protocols
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 72 — Requirement: What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you…
- A-level: DDD — …What we're looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to…
- T-level: Pass — …looking for Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Ma…
- BTEC: MMP — …Requirement: What we're looking for UCAS points: 72 A Level: DDD T Level: Pass BTEC: MMP GCSE: GCSE Maths and English are preferred, however if you don't have these qualifications you will be able to undertake Maths and Englis…
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass; with 60 credits: 45 at Level 3 with a minimum
Scholarships
Full Payment Discount
If you pay your annual tuition fee in full ahead of enrolment, you will benefit from a £1,000 discount.
Up to £1,000Sports Scholarships - Individual and Team Sport Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Sports Scholarships - Performance Team Sports Scholar
Up to £3,000 fee subsidy and support services.
Talented Athlete Award
Please contact the provider.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Scholarships - £2,000
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Music producer
- Recording engineer
- Mixing engineer
- Sound designer
- Live sound engineer
- Studio manager
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 per year | International: £17,500 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Derby, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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