Mathematics and Music
Course Overview - Mathematics and Music
Combine precision and creativity. Explore two interconnected disciplines as you study technical language and formulae alongside musical technique and practice.
Develop your musical craft, learning from world-leading music tutors, and develop your critical thinking and independent learning skills while exploring the advanced study of mathematics.
Why study this course?
• Choose from diverse modules like Film Music Techniques and History, Music and Emotion, Mechanics and Real and Complex Analysis.
• Benefit from addi...
Combine precision and creativity. Explore two interconnected disciplines as you study technical language and formulae alongside musical technique and practice.<br/><br/>Develop your musical craft, learning from world-leading music tutors, and develop your critical thinking and independent learning skills while exploring the advanced study of mathematics.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Choose from diverse modules like Film Music Techniques and History, Music and Emotion, Mechanics and Real and Complex Analysis. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from additional one-to-one instrumental and/or vocal tuition in each year and refine your musical craft.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Explore the city of Birmingham’s music venues, from the grand Birmingham Symphony Hall to the more intimate Jam House.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Take advantage of the option for a year in computer science within your course and gain in-depth knowledge of computing.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Benefit from industry connections with a wide range of high profile companies - from E.ON, Caterpillar and Jaguar Land Rover to the Office for National Statistics, R&A, and FDM Group. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Top 15 for Music in the Complete University Guide 2025 and the Guardian University Guide 2025</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
GW13
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects, to include Maths and Music. Grade 7 ABRSM theory qualification will be accepted as a substitute for Higher Level Music provided you have met all other IB requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus AA at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus AA at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AA at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,A,B
To include A level Music at grade A and A level Mathematics at grade A. Grade 6-8 ABRSM Theory or ABRSM grade 8 Performance is acceptable if you are not studying A Level Music, provided it is completed alongside three A levels. Equivalent Trinity or LCM Music theory qualifications are still considered.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
















































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