Songwriting and Music Production BA (Hons)
Buckinghamshire New University
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Buckinghamshire New University

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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.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 ...Read more

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.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. Youll 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 youll learn hands-on practical skills to help you stand out to potential employers. Youll 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.

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17/279
CUG Subject Ranking
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73rd
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106th
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Stevie
12 Dec 24

There's really good facilities for the music students. The only fault with them is that there's a difficult system to booking studios or rehearsal rooms as they are high demand..Read more

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Freya
24 Jan 24

I think overall the his uni is a great uni to study at, there is great funding for the creative arts which is rare to come by in uni. I really appreciate that. However even though..Read more

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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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£15,000 per year

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£15,000 per year

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£15000 Per year

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Stevie
12 Dec 24
Songwriting and Music Production BA (Hons)
There's really good facilities for the music students. The only fault with them is that there's a difficult system to booking studios or rehearsal rooms as they are high demand...
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Freya
24 Jan 24
Songwriting and Music Production BA (Hons)
I think overall the his uni is a great uni to study at, there is great funding for the creative arts which is rare to come by in uni. I really appreciate that. However even though...
Read more
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Buckinghamshire New University
Queen Alexandra Road High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP11 2JZ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: High Wycombe  0.2 miles away

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