Which music course is right for you?

Choosing the right music course is an important step toward building a successful career in the industry. We offers a variety of music-related courses tailored to different interests and career paths. Whether you're a performer, producer, sound engineer or business-minded individual, there's a course designed for you. Let us break down each course to help you decide which one aligns best with your ambitions.

BMus Music

The BMus pathway is ideal for students looking to develop their skills in a specialist area, as you can choose between the three principal study areas of Performance, Composition and Music Technology. You can also take a BMus specifically in Jazz, if you are wanting to specialise in this area specifically.

Our BMus courses are taught at the prestigious Royal Birmingham Conservatoire, meaning you will receive high quality teaching from world-class musicians and tutors. 

This course offers:

• Specialist training in your chosen study area
• Opportunities to collaborate with other musicians and composers
• Modules in music history, theory, and analysis
• A broad foundation for careers in performance, teaching and academia

If you are passionate about music and one of the principal study areas, this course will provide the essential skills and knowledge to pursue your ambitions.

BSc (Hons) Music Technology

For those fascinated by the intersection of music and technology, our Music Technology course is an excellent choice. This course is aimed at the technical music producer, and will train you to use technology to create, record and distribute music. We will provide you with industry connections, live projects and a wide, in-depth knowledge of the field. 

This course covers:

• Sound design and audio programming
• The use of digital audio workstations (DAWs) and synthesis techniques
• Recording, editing and mixing audio for various media
• The application of music technology in gaming, film and live performances

This course is perfect for individuals interested in innovative sound design, music software development and creative applications of technology in music production. 

BA (Hons) Music Business

For those interested in the business side of the music industry, the Music Business course provides a comprehensive look at:

• Artist management and promotion
• Music marketing and branding
• Intellectual property and copyright laws in the industry
• The evolving digital landscape of music distribution and sales

This course is perfect for aspiring managers, marketers, and entrepreneurs who want to navigate the commercial aspects of the music industry. We will support you in developing innovative and creative entrepreneurial skills and approaches needed not just to work in, but to shape the exciting and dynamic, multi-platform music industries.

BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production

If you're passionate about the technical aspects of audio production, Sound Engineering and Production is an excellent choice. This course covers:

• Acoustics and audio system design
• Live sound engineering and event production
• Studio recording and mixing techniques
• Advanced signal processing and audio analysis

This course is great for individuals looking to work as sound engineers, live event technicians or audio post-production specialists.You’ll also have access to world-class facilities so that you can experiment with music production, sound engineering, audio electronics and much more.

No matter which path you choose, you'll be gaining industry-relevant skills and experience. Explore the courses further, attend open days and speak with tutors to find the perfect fit for your future in music.

BA (Hons) Popular Music

The Popular Music degree course is offered in partnership with South and City College Birmingham, and provides the training and skills necessary for a wide range of careers within the music industry.  You will develop understanding of the global commercial music sector, study musical output and techniques, and improve your creativity, professionalism and practical musicianship. This course covers:

• A pathway in either performance, technology, live sound or composition
• MIDI, audio and studio techniques
• The music industry
• Music as art

This course is great for someone who wants to learn a large range of skills and knowledge about the music industry. Whether you’re a performer or prefer a more behind the scenes role, you will get to know a bit about everything whilst focusing on your chosen area.