Popular Music and Worship (Nexus ICA) BA (Hons)
University of West London
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

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Nexus Institute of Creative Arts (Nexus ICA)

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SEP-25

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

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Nexus Institute of Creative Arts (Nexus ICA)

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The Popular Music and Worship degree has been designed to give you a comprehensive educational experience. This course provides an in-depth understanding of both popular music performance and the Biblical concepts of worship.Over three years, our knowledgeable and experienced teaching staff combine specific instrument classes and one-to-one tutorials to transform your musical ability. For the aspiring musician, optional modules give you the opportunity to develop and showcase your new-found ...Read more

The Popular Music and Worship degree has been designed to give you a comprehensive educational experience. This course provides an in-depth understanding of both popular music performance and the Biblical concepts of worship.Over three years, our knowledgeable and experienced teaching staff combine specific instrument classes and one-to-one tutorials to transform your musical ability. For the aspiring musician, optional modules give you the opportunity to develop and showcase your new-found technical skill.Further to your instrument study, you will have opportunities to perform alongside your fellow students in our well-equipped performance hall. Tutors are on hand to provide feedback during these sessions, shaping and developing your live playing. You will then put this experience and feedback into practice, taking performances out into venues across the city.Through expert teaching, you will gain an overview of the Bible and its themes, as well as an exploration into worship and its practical context. Corporate worship sessions, group discussion and practical presentations are used to reflect and review the material, providing you with the opportunity to gain a greater grasp of the concepts being taught. Optional modules are available for those that want to specialise in Church leadership or to prepare for working within the wider area of Christian ministry.Committed to your careerWe are dedicated to preparing you for a career that lies beyond your studies. You will explore and develop the many career pathways that are available to Nexus ICA graduates, with sessions dedicated to equipping you for success in a broad range of working environments. Visiting lecturers from a variety of fields bring a level of expertise and insight into how your new-found knowledge and skill can translate into a fulfilling and rewarding career.There are many opportunities throughout the duration of the course to get involved in a variety of aspects of life here at Nexus ICA. A strong sense of community is an integral part of what we do and students are encouraged to contribute to a wide-range of causes and events during their time here.

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Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
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20%
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94%
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Music graduate salary at this uni
£20,000
UK Music graduate salary
£19,000
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64 Grades / Points required

Prospective students will be required to undertake a practical audition to assess musical ability (equivalent to Grade 6 Practical and Grade 5 theory, based on the RockSchool syllabus). If you do not have Grade 5 theory, we have a short music theory entrance exam you can take. You can find sample papers on our website. These exams will be available to take on one of our Open Days or at another suitable time. If you require any support relating to this, please do not hesitate to contact us.

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