Become a skilled creative music artist with one of our three CertHE courses.
Whether you’re a vocalist, instrumentalist, songwriter, composer or producer, these programmes are aimed at those looking to eventually become entrepreneurial and creative music professionals with varied and enduring portfolio careers. You’ll be introduced to a range of music practices and contexts and provided with the experience, technical support and industry links to progress your creative ambitions.
Whichever CertHE course you choose, you’ll find a wealth of teaching experience, tech...
Become a skilled creative music artist with one of our three CertHE courses.<br/><br/>Whether you’re a vocalist, instrumentalist, songwriter, composer or producer, these programmes are aimed at those looking to eventually become entrepreneurial and creative music professionals with varied and enduring portfolio careers. You’ll be introduced to a range of music practices and contexts and provided with the experience, technical support and industry links to progress your creative ambitions. <br/><br/>Whichever CertHE course you choose, you’ll find a wealth of teaching experience, technical support and industry links that will provide you with the opportunity to progress your creative ambitions. As part of the Academy of Music & Theatre Arts, youll learn from industry professionals and have access to our cutting-edge facilities and performance spaces. <br/><br/>Once you have successfully completed your CertHE you’ll have the option to apply for the second year of the equivalent honours degree, BA(Hons) Music <br/><br/>You will: <br/>Develop and nurture your specialist practice <br/>Communicate via sound and music in collaboration with others <br/>Gain key insights into the music industry and understand the requirements to succeed in a variety of roles <br/>Explore sound and music practices as they evolve within ever-changing audio cultures <br/>Examine the context and culture in which artists and musicians work, to better understand and critically question the relationship between music, sound, noise and culture <br/>Engage with various theoretical concepts in order to form critical theories and to reflect on your own practice <br/>Acquire the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to work in the sound and music industries <br/>Study modules tailored to your chosen subject as you develop and nurture your specialist practice
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Penryn Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W3W1
Institution Code
F33
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff104 120 A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points, primarily from Level 3 equivalent qualifications, such as A levels, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a Foundation Diploma, or current, relevant experience. Grade 4 (or C) or above in GCSE English Language, or equivalent, is a minimum language requirement for all applicants. Due to the creative nature of our courses, you will be considered on your own individual merit and potential to succeed on your chosen course. Please contact the Applicant Services team for advice if you are predicted UCAS points below this range, or if you have questions about the qualifications or experience you have. Scottish HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Access to HE Diploma60 credits (with a minimum of 45 credits achieved at level 3) in a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications ASWe may consider a standalone AS in a relevant subject, if it is taken along with other A Levels and if an A Level has not been taken in the same subject. However, you will not be disadvantaged if you do not have a standalone AS subject as we will not ordinarily use them in our offers. Scottish Advanced HigherA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalA typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points Extended ProjectAcceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Acceptable when combined with other qualifications Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A typical offer is between 104 and 120 UCAS points A levelWe welcome A Levels in a wide range of subjects, especially in those relevant to the course for which you apply. T LevelP M P (Pass) grade must be C or above, not D or E Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting Qualifications |
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