Music Production and Performance BA (Hons)
University of Chester
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Music Production and Performance BA (Hons) and other courses in Music at University of Chester for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Music.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Music courses of University of Chester
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Performing Arts
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Music at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23500 | £18000 | £21500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25500 | £13000 - £21000 | £18000 - £26500 |
All Performing Arts courses of University of Chester
Salary of all UK Graduates of Performing Arts
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21455 | £18360 | £22141 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £17911 - £25024 | £13492 - £22848 | £16777 - £27979 |
All Performing Arts courses in the UK
Course Description
Develop your talent by learning how to record, produce and perform popular music.
Studying on our Music Production and Performance course will provide you with the opportunity to develop the skills needed to become a versatile, intelligent, employable performer and producer. You will also have the option to write your own music in the songwriting and composition options.
Being delivered from within the Department of Performing Arts allows students to work with and alongside other performance students, as part of a close-knit, thriving, creative community. Chester has a strong local music scene with close ties to the Department, and Chester is just a short train ride away from several big cities, including Liverpool and Manchester.
Alongside recording, production, performance and the study of the history of popular music, students have to opportunity to focus on live music technology, music theory and songwriting and composition.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Music courses of University of Chester
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Music courses of University of Chester
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Music Production and Performance BA (Hons) at University of Chester
| 20% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 15% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 15% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Finance Professionals |
| 5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Music
All Music courses of University of Chester
Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Please note that the Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and A Level General Studies will be recognised in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs. ABRSM Grade 8 or equivalent on your instrument (or voice), and the ability to read music, would be preferred. Do not let this put you off applying; reading music is not essential and if you don't have grade 8 we will probably still offer you an audition. (Applicants will usually be required to attend an audition.) Candidates who do not meet the minimum entry requirements, or who have non-standard qualifications and/or relevant music experience, are encouraged to apply and will be considered if they can demonstrate appropriate ability through their audition.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 6.5
- All Degrees
Costs
Tuition Fees Music Production and Performance BA (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | 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)
University Rankings
Positions of University of Chester in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Chester in related subject specific rankings.
Arts Visual & Performing
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- #28
- #34
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- Music
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #29
- #37
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- Music
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 14 university rankings of University of Chester
About University of Chester
The University of Chester, as the name suggests, is a university located in Chester. The university is formally affiliated with the Christian faith, but they make it clear in their mission statement that students of all faiths or no faith at all are welcome at their university. Chester operates from a total of six campuses, five of which are in Chester, the other in Warrington, with the main campus building being known as Parkgate Road Campus.
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Student composition of University of Chester
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Chester by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 8005
- postgraduates:
- 3300
- Total:
- 11305
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Music”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
