Commercial Music BA (Hons)

Course Summary <br/><br/>The BA (Hons) Commercial Music programme will assist you in developing the practical and critical skills to secure a role in the ever-evolving commercial music industries. <br/><br/>Whether you’re interested in music promotion, songwriting, teaching, tour management, research, sound production or instrumental performance, you’ll be able to customise the programme to suit your career aspirations. <br/><br/>Developed and delivered in collaboration with music industries professionals, this programme is designed to equip you with the skills, knowledge and experience needed to navigate the ever-changing commercial music industries. <br/><br/>Programme Highlights <br/><br/>Covering a broad range of subjects, this programme will prepares students for progression towards a variety of roles in the commercial music industries. <br/><br/>Guest lectures from industry professionals and programme alumni will provide you with first-hand insight into the commercial music industry and great networking opportunities with key contacts. <br/><br/>Flexible study options mean you can customise your learning experience to suit your circumstances and career goals. <br/><br/>This programme is part of UWS’s Creative Skillset Media Academy, is an Avid Authorised Training Partner and has JAMES accreditation. <br/><br/>Programme Details <br/><br/>The BA (Hons) Commercial Music programme is aimed at aspiring songwriters, producers, music educators and DJs, those considering employment in record labels and live events and every aspect of the music industries. <br/><br/>Our diverse staff team is made up of a range of active music industries practitioners and researchers. Studying this programme will help you make key contacts with professionals across every sector of music. <br/><br/>Careers <br/><br/>BA (Hons) Commercial Music graduates have gone on to secure roles including: <br/><br/>Record company A&R <br/><br/>Promoters <br/><br/>Tour managers <br/><br/>Performers <br/><br/>Music teachers <br/><br/>Sound engineers <br/><br/>Producers <br/><br/>Performing and recording artists <br/><br/>Programme leaders (HE / FE)