MUSIC PERFORMANCE AND TECHNOLOGY BA (HONS)
Bachelor's degree
In Hornchurch
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Hornchurch
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Duration
Flexible
If you have a strong background and qualifications in either Music Performance or Technology, this course is designed for you to develop your studies further in your chosen specialist area, whilst having the opportunity to develop skills from the opposite pathway.
The BA Hons in Music Performance and Technology is a full 3 year modular programme validated by the Open University that involves two pathways, Music Performance and Music Technology. You will have access to the department's industry-standard Recording Studios, Rehearsal Rooms and industry- standard Music Computer Suites including Cubase SX, Logic, Pro-Tools, Ableton, Reason and Sibelius software.
Core areas involve Recording Studio Techniques, Live Sound, MIDI Sequencing, Music Performance, Music Law and Composition.
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About this course
80 UCAS points* (MMP Extended Diploma; CDD at A level; Access course);
GCSE English and Maths at Grade 4 (C) or above or equivalent Level 2 qualifications;
You will audition for the panel.
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Subjects
- IT Law
- Music Technology
- Sound
- Law
- Technology
- Industry
- Music
- Music Performance
- Recording Studio Techniques
- Live Sound
Course programme
Various options are open to you including working within the industry in one of many possible roles - which you will be investigating as part of your professional practice module. You will also be tutored in looking not only at work options, but also further study which may lead to postgraduate certificates/diplomas or a Masters degree.
The competition for jobs means that a degree is often just an essential minimum requirement for success. Considerable talent, dedication, commitment, motivation and experience beyond this are usually necessary.
Course Assessment Method
Assessment is based on your practical and theoretical work. All assignments have specific hand in dates and are assessed both internally and externally by your awarding body.
Compulsory elements include:
- Music Technology / Music Performance 1,
- Music Law & Ethics,
- Community Music,
- Live Sound,
- Music Technology & Performance,
- Dissertation,
- Major Project.
MUSIC PERFORMANCE AND TECHNOLOGY BA (HONS)