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Professional Music (Songwriting) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Professional Music (Songwriting) BA (Hons)
The degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated artists.
If you’re looking for a BA (Hons) degree that gives you the confidence and freedom to experiment, challenge and explore the possibilities of your music, the BA (Hons) Professional Music (Songwriting) is the degree course for you.
It’s been designed to give you the confidence and motivation you need to reach your full potential, cut through the noise and get your music heard. It provides tools and techniques for you to take your compositions to a professional level. And like all degree courses at Wat...
The degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated artists.<br/><br/>If you’re looking for a BA (Hons) degree that gives you the confidence and freedom to experiment, challenge and explore the possibilities of your music, the BA (Hons) Professional Music (Songwriting) is the degree course for you.<br/><br/>It’s been designed to give you the confidence and motivation you need to reach your full potential, cut through the noise and get your music heard. It provides tools and techniques for you to take your compositions to a professional level. And like all degree courses at WaterBear, it gives you the perfect blend of artistic freedom alongside practical strategies to forge a solid career in music.<br/><br/>As an artist, it’s all about finding your voice and unlocking your creative potential. It’s also about developing the confidence to say what you want to the world and understanding how to build an audience. You’ll be able to access a wide range of content, resources and tuition to suit your individual needs. All online content from our full range of courses is accessible to everyone, so you can tailor your own learning journey.<br/><br/>At WaterBear, we believe in smaller class sizes and the value of personal 1-1 mentoring. We also believe you should have the freedom to explore what’s possible and continually push creative boundaries. All students on our 3-yr degree courses learn in small groups on pro-standard gear in environments designed to fuel creative output.<br/><br/>Students at WaterBear also get free, bookable access to professional rehearsal and recording studios, so you won’t need to worry about where to practice and record yourself or your band.<br/><br/>This course is taught at WaterBear in Sheffield, and awarded by Falmouth University.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
WaterBear, Sheffield
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
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Course Code
W381
Institution Code
F33
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
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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