Vocal Artistry & Music Production BA (Hons)

The BA (Hons) Vocal Artistry & Music Production course supports artists to develop a distinctive vocal identity and gain the technical skills to take creative control of their sound. Whether youre focused on live performance, studio work, vocal arranging, or genre-blending experimentation, youll grow as a confident, self-sufficient artist.<br/><br/>You’ll receive tailored one-to-one vocal tuition that reflects your style, from electronic and experimental music to pop, rock, and rap. The course flexes to suit both focused and hybrid creative directions. You’ll explore the full spectrum of production, from DIY workflows to high-end studio sessions and collaborations with producers and engineers. Technical fluency leads to creative autonomy, enabling you to shape, produce, and release your own work or collaborate on others’ projects.<br/><br/>You can deepen your focus or broaden your skills by exploring songwriting, commercial and experimental practices, performance technologies, or immersive audio. You’ll also have the chance to explore teaching, wellbeing, or music industry management. The course supports specialism and versatility, preparing you for a dynamic and evolving music career.<br/><br/><strong>Why youll love this course</strong><br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Personalised vocal training and artistic development</strong> - Master your vocal performance with one-to-one coaching, exploring genre, style and technique while building confidence as a live performer.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Performance meets production</strong> - Combine live performance with hands-on music production, learning to create, arrange, and record your music.<br/><br/><br/>- <strong>Experience and collaboration</strong> - Work alongside producers, songwriters, DJs and sound specialists on creative projects, with opportunities for live gigs, industry masterclasses and tailored optional modules. <br/><br/><br/><strong>Year 1</strong><br/>In your first year, you’ll build a strong foundation in music production, vocal technique, and contemporary performance. You’ll learn essential skills in studio work, mixing, and stage presence while beginning to define your own artistic style. One-to-one vocal tuition supports your technical development, while modules in studio craft and performance help you bridge the gap between live and recorded expression.<br/><br/><strong>Year 2</strong><br/>In Year 2, you’ll explore more advanced production tools, develop your vocal artistry, and begin to define your creative identity and brand. You’ll refine your technical skills and broaden your stylistic palette through optional modules in advanced production, songwriting, and performance technologies. Collaboration and research become central as you prepare for independent work in your final year.<br/><br/><strong>Year 3</strong><br/>Your final year is all about realising your artistic vision and preparing for life after graduation. You’ll undertake two major self-directed projects: one focused on developing an industry-ready portfolio that showcases your skills, professionalism, and creative identity, and another that explores an area of innovative practice, allowing you to push boundaries, test new ideas, or experiment with emerging technologies.<br/><br/>You’ll also have the opportunity to explore optional modules in areas such as education and wellbeing, music industry management, or collaborative practice. Throughout the year, you’ll refine advanced creative, technical, and entrepreneurial skills, positioning yourself as a multi-skilled, forward-thinking music professional ready to enter and influence the industry. A research-led module in sound cultures encourages deeper reflection on the social, cultural, or political context of your work and its place in the wider music landscape. Optional modules are subject to availability.