Music Performance
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Music Performance
This course is designed for musicians who want to perform and better understand the technical environment within which commercial music takes place. You will develop a wide range of disciplines through performance, composition, technology, media production and musicology. You will also develop an in-depth appreciation of the increasing significance of popular music in economic and professional terms.
The music industry is an important element of the creative industries sector and a significant contributor to the UK and global economy. In recent years, with the growth of new...
This course is designed for musicians who want to perform and better understand the technical environment within which commercial music takes place. You will develop a wide range of disciplines through performance, composition, technology, media production and musicology. You will also develop an in-depth appreciation of the increasing significance of popular music in economic and professional terms.
The music industry is an important element of the creative industries sector and a significant contributor to the UK and global economy. In recent years, with the growth of new digital distribution models and the proliferation of live music events, the music industry has evolved significantly presenting new and exciting ways of music making and delivery. This course is accredited by Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), which means it meets the highest professional standards set by industry.
This course will support you to be multi-skilled, adaptable and adept at collaboration across different disciplines and media within the music industry and industry sub-sectors such as film, television, computer games and advertising. You will have opportunities to collaborate with students from other courses such as BA (Hons) Film and High-End Television Production and BA (Hons) Animation as you develop advanced digital skills for the creation of album artwork, music promos, brand development, etc., whilst also gaining vital networking and entrepreneurial skills for a successful career in the music industry.
Why Choose University of Derby During Clearing?
Based solely on more than 24,000 student reviews, we were named Uni Compare's University of the Year 2027, and voted 1st in the UK for employability and 2nd in the UK for course quality. Not only that, but 97% of students would recommend the University of Derby*, which we can offer you industry-relevant teaching, state-of-the-art study spaces, multi-award-winning accommodation, and a welcoming, inclusive community.
*Uni Compare 2027
Based solely on more than 24,000 student reviews, we were named Uni Compare's University of the Year 2027, and voted 1st in the UK for employability and 2nd in the UK for course quality. Not only that, but 97% of students would recommend the University of Derby*, which we can offer you industry-relevant teaching, state-of-the-art study spaces, multi-award-winning accommodation, and a welcoming, inclusive community.
*Uni Compare 2027
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2026-09-14
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W340
Institution Code
D39
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
C,C,C
T Level
P
UCAS Tariff
96
We encourage you to outline all your qualifications and achievements in your application to provide us a full picture. Your offer will typically be based on your predicted and/or achieved grades from full level 3 qualifications or above e.g. A levels, BTEC Ext Diploma, Access to HE, etc. Any subject specifics are outlined below in the A-levels section, and these specifics are applicable across all equivalent qualifications. A strong application/performance and appropriate experience will be taken into account where typical criteria is not met.
Access to HE Diploma
D:15,M:15,P:15
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 60 credits with 45 at Level 3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths and English Grade 4/Grade C (or above) or equivalent qualification
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
UCAS Tariff
96
Access to HE Diploma
D:15,M:15,P:15
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £16,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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