Mathematics and Music BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Mathematics and Music BA (Hons)
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
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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 | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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