The Manchester College
Music Production and Composition BA (Hons)
The Manchester College

Key Course Facts

Course Description

Music at UCEN Manchester recognises the changes happening in the modern creative industries and is striving to be the HE provider that is offering educational opportunities that are forward thinking and progressive. The aim of the programme is to train and support creative individuals who aspire to a career that utilises their creative skills. The course facilitates development of a range of skills vital to becoming an independent professional including: composition for film, TV and computer games, studio production and engineering, mixing, remixing and mastering, DAW production, video editing and processing, industry practice and protection of intellectual property. The course is fast-paced and heavily practical, encouraging students to explore their individual artistic interests in order to develop as practitioners. The course is ideal for those with a passion for creating music and a desire for a career in the creative industries.

Each year of the programme has a unique focus in providing students with the techniques, knowledge, and methods in order to become a professional creative. The first year is the ‘skill’ year where a foundation of skills, techniques, knowledge and methods will be introduced. The second year is the ‘practice’ year where the skills, techniques, knowledge, and methods will be utilised in music composition/production/performance. The third year is the ‘professional’ year where students are provided with opportunities to develop their artistic intentions and present themselves to the industry as professional practitioners

**Level 4** **30% practical** **35%, portfolios** **15% presentation** **20% academic ** **Level 5** **45% practical** **30%, portfolios** **10% presentation** **15% academic ** **Level 6** **20% practical** **45%, portfolios** **15% presentation** **20% academic**

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

in a related subject area

Qualification requirements

English and maths GCSE grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) are a mandatory requirement International students will be expected to have IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

UCEN Manchester is unable to consider international applications due to UKVI regulations
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Music Production and Composition, BA (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Music Production and Composition BA (Hons)

England UK £8000 year 1
Northern Ireland £8000 year 1
Scotland £8000 year 1
Wales £8000 year 1

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

About The Manchester College

The Manchester College is the most prominent provider of further education in the United Kingdom, with more than ten campus locations across the city of Manchester, England.

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Student composition of The Manchester College

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Where is this programme taught

City Campus Manchester
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