
Music BMus (Hon)
Course Overview - Music BMus (Hon)
Why study BMus Music at Goldsmiths
This creative degree reflects the diversity and excitement of music in the 21st century and gives you the opportunity to mix many kinds of performance, composition, research and professional studies. It is ideal for students with experience and/or interest in one or more of these areas: classical music, jazz, sound art, experimental music, traditional music or musical theatre.
• In the first year you’ll explore different musical styles and approaches to study through a range of compulsory pra...
<strong>Why study BMus Music at Goldsmiths</strong><br/><br/><strong>This creative degree reflects the diversity and excitement of music in the 21st century and gives you the opportunity to mix many kinds of performance, composition, research and professional studies. It is ideal for students with experience and/or interest in one or more of these areas: classical music, jazz, sound art, experimental music, traditional music or musical theatre.</strong><br/><br/><br/>• In the first year you’ll explore different musical styles and approaches to study through a range of compulsory practical and critical modules. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Later, youll be able to choose from our wide range of more specialised modules in performance, production, composition, songwriting, sonic art, music industries, global musics, popular music, music in film and media. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll have lots of opportunities to perform, including in professional and student-led ensembles and groups such as Vocal Ensemble, Jazz Workshop, Contemporary Music Ensemble, Laptop Ensemble, Chamber Choir and Steel Pan Group. PureGold, our annual music festival, celebrates the music created and performed at Goldsmiths. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Were within easy reach of central London’s many venues, concert halls, opera houses and research libraries, providing a great international focus. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• You’ll be set up for the world of work. Employers look for initiative-driven graduates who can work well with others, lead their own projects, think creatively and adapt quickly to new ideas. This degree will help you develop these skills. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• We attract instrumental and vocal teachers of the highest quality, with many of our staff also performing internationally and teaching at the major music conservatoires. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Performance modules include one-to-one tuition on your main instrument/voice, as well as ensemble coaching, performance lectures and masterclasses from top musicians and other industry professionals. <br/><br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W302
Institution Code
G56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
C,C,C,C,D
Access to HE Diploma
D:24
Pass with 45 Level 3 credits including 24 Distinctions and a number of merits/passes in subject specific modules
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
27
With three Higher Level subjects at 555
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3
Scottish Advanced Higher
D,D,D
A level
C,C,C
T Level
M
Each application will be considered on its individual merits. Where the T Level subject area does not directly match the degree programme being applied for, the personal statement and reference will be particularly important in demonstrating interest, enthusiasm and suitability for the subject.
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