Songwriting and Music Production with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Do you have a passion for song writing? Do you want to make a career out of it? Our BA (Hons) Songwriting and Music Production course gives you the opportunity to access expert guidance and the space to focus on, and hone, your craft. Develop your song writing skills to a professional standard, whilst learning about the process behind the art form, from recording and music promotion to making money from your songs.

Why study this subject?

If you’re got a flair for writing and love music, this is the ideal way to get a step up into this exciting, competitive industry. Discover boundless opportunities that the music business offers and become a professional song writer. You could also work in related areas of the music industry like music production, music publishing or artist management.

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The Foundation Year of this degree will allow you to develop your academic study skills and build confidence in your abilities, identifying your own strengths and development needs for progression onto an undergraduate programme.

Why study at Buckinghamshire New University?

As BNU has been delivering courses in the music industry for over 25 years, we have a wealth of expertise from within our network of lecturing staff, guest speakers, and alumni, all with a track record of success in a wide variety of roles in the music business internationally.

Like the industry, we put collaboration at the centre of what we do. You will get the chance to work with other BNU courses, such as the Film and TV students. You’ll record sound and work on post-production which will give you experience of working with a wide variety of genres to help you perfect your production skills.

During your time with us you’ll learn hands-on practical skills to help you stand out to potential employers. You’ll get to grips with industry-standard equipment including in our Dolby Atmos accredited sound lab, ensuring upon graduation you are prepared for your first role.

For further details please visit our website.

BA (Hons) Award
September Start
Full-time Study Mode
4 years Duration
SON4 UCAS Code

Entry Requirements For This Course

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