Music Production (including a Foundation Year) BA (Hons)

Master the art of Music Production through the exploration of music technology (recording and live), composition, history and theory.<br/><br/>Our course aims to give you a wide range of practical and transferable skills. You will learn how to become a versatile, intelligent and employable producer. Alongside recording, production and the study of popular music, students have the opportunity to engage with other music industry-related areas, such as live music technology, music theory, songwriting and composition.<br/><br/>We have recently made a significant investment in our music production equipment, ensuring that our extensive facilities are equipped with the very latest technology to provide students with an outstanding learning experience.<br/><br/>Being delivered from within the Department of Music, Media and Performance allows production students to work with music performance students as part of a close-knit, thriving, co-operative and creative music community. Chester has a strong local music scene with close ties to the Department, as well as being well located for access to bigger cities such as Manchester and Liverpool.<br/><br/>Benefit from exceptional recording studios, iMac labs, skilled technical staff, and extensive equipment loan provision. <br/><br/>Foundation Year courses have been designed for students who do not have the necessary academic qualifications needed to enter directly into the first year of a degree but who have the ability and commitment to do so. Once the Foundation Year has been completed successfully, you can then go on to complete your degree.

Join a university with a real focus on making you not just ‘work ready’, but ‘World Ready’. With expert teaching alongside built-in work placements and industry links, courses are closely aligned to the real world, enabling you to graduate a step ahead, connected to a network of contacts. <br/><br/>Outside the classroom, you’ll have a comprehensive support package to help you gain self-worth and resilience, so you can contribute to society on a local, national and global level. There’s a wealth of opportunities to boost your CV; volunteer in the community, take a free language course, enhance your digital skills, work part-time and earn while you learn, and get involved with Chester Students’ Union.<br/><br/>Beautiful and packed with history, Chester is a bustling 21st century city balancing big name shopping, eating and living with an eclectic independent scene. It has a safe and thriving nightlife too. <br/><br/>Join a friendly and inclusive community that shares your ambition and Get World Ready – apply now!