Music (Session Musician) HND
Weymouth College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 10 graduates of Music (Session Musician) HND and other courses in Creative Arts and Design at Weymouth College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Creative Arts and Design.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21824 | £16402 | £17970 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18500 - £24973 | £12244 - £20390 | £12789 - £22627 |
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Course Description
The BTEC Higher National in Music is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. Higher Nationals provide a wide-ranging study of music and are designed for students who wish to pursue or advance their career in music. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the music industry, Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Music give students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.
Holders of the Level 5 Higher National Diploma will have developed a sound understanding of the principles in their field of study and will have learned to apply those principles more widely. They will have learned to evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems. They will be able to perform effectively in their chosen field and will have the qualities necessary for employment in situations requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making.
The Level 5 Higher National Diploma is recognised by Higher Education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant Music-related courses.
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Applicants should normally be at least 18 years of age. Applications are welcomed from candidates with a subject-specific Level 3 course such as a National Subsidiary/Diploma/Extended Diploma, A Level, Access to Higher Education Course, or a work-based course, such as NVQ 3 or Advanced Apprenticeship with a minimum 48 UCAS points achieved. International applicants will be required to have an IELTS score of 6 achieved within the last two years to apply for this course. Mature students may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience (paid and/or unpaid) and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications in their work sector. Applicants will normally be invited for interview.
Qualification requirements
Costs
Tuition Fees Music (Session Musician) HND
| EU | £5750 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| International | £5750 | year 1 |
| England UK | £5750 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5750 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £5750 | year 1 |
| Wales | £5750 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5750 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living
| 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:
August 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)
UCAS application code:
W310
About Weymouth College
Weymouth College is an institution that teaches school leavers and adults on an extensive range of vocational and academic subjects, based in the quiet seaside town of Weymouth, England. Among the study options that applicants can find here, there are A-Levels, Apprenticeships, as well as University Level courses which award Foundation Degrees, Higher National Diplomas, and Bachelors Degrees.
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FAQ about Music (Session Musician) HND Weymouth College
- Tuition fees for this programme are 5750 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- 10 graduates rated the course 44. This means that 44% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Music (Session Musician) HND is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Weymouth College.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of which makes it one of the 0% most difficult courses to enter among all Music students in the UK.