Music Production BA (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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16-SEP-24

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4 Years

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**Develop your practice in specialist music studios and learn the skills to work in creative industries such as music, film, TV and games audio production.**Develop your abilities to become a highly skilled music and audio producer.As part of your course you’ll:- Hone your skills in the creative, technical and compositional aspects of music production- Gain a solid academic and practical base from which to develop your craft further- Apply your knowledge to a variety of creative and ...Read more


Develop your practice in specialist music studios and learn the skills to work in creative industries such as music, film, TV and games audio production.

Develop your abilities to become a highly skilled music and audio producer.As part of your course you’ll:- Hone your skills in the creative, technical and compositional aspects of music production- Gain a solid academic and practical base from which to develop your craft further- Apply your knowledge to a variety of creative and industry-focused briefs and scenarios- Understand the professional environment and how it will inform your practice- Learn through lectures, tutorials and seminars delivered by academic staff and industry professionals- Have the opportunity to work with other students in production teams, further enhancing your team working and project management abilities and employability opportunities


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You’ll have access to software such as Logic Pro, Cubase, Adobe Audition, MAX MSP and Synthmaker. Your specialist modules might require you to use Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Unreal and other industry standard software.This course is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) which encourages the delivery of workshops and lectures from industry professionals. A placement option and your final year project will provide you with opportunities to work with industry partners.


Artist in Residence Programme

The Artist in Residence programme gives our students an opportunity to work with professional artists and gives them a taste of what is it like to work on a professional music project. We have welcomed artists Chris T-T, Ian Prowse, I Monster, Tom Williams and Utah Saints.


Why study Music Production at Leeds Beckett University...

- 95% of students on BA (Hons) Music Production were positive about the way teaching staff explain things (National Student Survey, 2023)- Accredited by JAMES - we were the first university in England to become a JAMES Integrated Learning Centre- Taught by music industry professionals- Opportunity to take a ‘sandwich’ year of paid employment in industry to build your skills and experience- Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north, with 3000 students spread across over 40 courses- Access to dedicated music studios, Foley studios, dubbing and music recording studios, acoustic labs and a host of post-production suites in the new Leeds School of Arts building

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WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
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23/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
62nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
66th
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Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 87 = 13% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
13%
Employment rate
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The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
80%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Others in Technology graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Others in Technology graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Alex
22 Feb 24

Best experience is the facilities Worst experience job opportunity within the..Read more

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Jasmine
22 Feb 24

The facilities for music students are great and most of the staff are helpful and friendly. It could be improved with connections to more international universities. In..Read more

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112 Grades / Points required

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

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A minimum of 72 points from two A levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies.

GCSE English Language at Grade C or above (Grade 4 for those sitting their GCSE from 2017 onwards) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.

Popular A-level subjects

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Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Music
51%
Mathematics
22%
Physics
19%
Media Studies
19%
English Literature
13%
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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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16,000 per year

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Alex
22 Feb 24
MA Music Production
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Jasmine
22 Feb 24
Music Production BA (Hons)
The facilities for music students are great and most of the staff are helpful and friendly. It could be improved with connections to more international universities. In...
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Leeds Beckett University
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