If you have a Foundation degree or HND in any area of music production, then we offer the opportunity to top up your qualification to a full BA (Hons) undergraduate degree with one further year of study.
Our Top Up Year pathway provides an excellent opportunity to turn your Foundation degree or HND into a full BA (Hons) undergraduate degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering. If you’ve enjoyed learning the foundations of music production and music technology, this Top Up Year allows you to focus in on the area you are most interested in and develop those skills and k...
If you have a Foundation degree or HND in any area of music production, then we offer the opportunity to top up your qualification to a full BA (Hons) undergraduate degree with one further year of study.<br/><br/>Our Top Up Year pathway provides an excellent opportunity to turn your Foundation degree or HND into a full BA (Hons) undergraduate degree in Music Production and Sound Engineering. If you’ve enjoyed learning the foundations of music production and music technology, this Top Up Year allows you to focus in on the area you are most interested in and develop those skills and knowledge to a professional level.<br/><br/>During this intense 1 year course, you will complete a creative dissertation as well as a large-scale practical project of your choice, utilising our industry-standard facilities and amazing teaching staff during your studies. By the time you graduate, you will be capable of professional-grade work and have mastered the techniques required to pursue a career in the music industry as a producer or sound engineer.<br/><br/>This pathway provides the perfect end to undergraduate studies for students who have a passion for making music in a variety of contexts.<br/><br/>This course is taught by dBs and awarded by Falmouth University.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
16/09/2024
Campus
DBS Institute, Bristol
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W360
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 Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)a minimum of 40 UCAS tariff points, when combined with a minimum of 64 UCAS tariff points from the Supporting 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 |
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