Songwriting and Artist Development BSc (Hons)

Unlock your potential as an artist with the UKs only Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Songwriting course, tailor-made to propel your career as a successful songwriter.<br/><br/>This program is your gateway to honing your songwriting skills, crafting your unique musical style, and mastering the art of recording, production, and product promotion for the music industry.<br/><br/>Throughout your time at our University, youll collaborate extensively within the School of Creative Arts, connecting with fellow students in Composition, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Live Sound, and Lighting, mirroring real industry practices. Youll have numerous opportunities to showcase your music in state-of-the-art performance spaces, including our regular HertsLive event and the thrilling end-of-year SonicHerts festival.<br/><br/>Many of our Music department academics are active music industry professionals, including producers, songwriters, composers, remixers, sound designers, and engineers, all of whom bring their invaluable experience and expertise into the teaching environment.<br/><br/>This unique course integrates the essential elements for a successful songwriting career, including the ability to craft captivating songs, employ contemporary production techniques, effectively market and promote your work, all while fostering personal and professional growth.<br/><br/>If youre a talented songwriter, performer, producer, or music creator eager to expand your understanding of songwriting and its role in the creative industries, this course is your ideal choice. Dont miss this opportunity to realise your full potential as a songwriter.

The University of Hertfordshire will provide you with the skills needed for the modern workplace by delivering career-focused degrees. Herts consults with employers when designing courses and their facilities provide you with up-to-date, real-world experience, mirroring the careers and industries you'll work in after graduation.<br/><br/>You'll have the opportunity to take part in a range of co-curricular activities to help boost your CV, including an award-winning mock assessment centre.<br/><br/>Herts is a campus-based university spread over two sites with easy access to London, opening up a wealth of opportunities for placements, work experience, teaching and learning, as well as social and cultural experiences. It has a wonderfully diverse community of students and staff and offers a range of support services, from counselling to childcare, ensuring you can concentrate on studying and make the most of your time at university.