Music Production at Staffordshire University

This course is perfect for anyone looking to work as a music producer. It will also prepare you for a career in radio, TV, film, games and theatre.

You will learn to compose, record, mix and master music for commercial release. Developing the creative processes involved in songwriting, you will also cover the technical skills essential for working in professional studio environments.

You will have access to our five fully equipped recording studios, all with surround sound and consoles from SSL, Avid, Audient and Toft. We also have a 60-seater Mac music technology centre incorporating Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Pro Tools and Native Instruments Komplete.

Throughout the course, you will be guided by lecturers who work as songwriters, producers and live performers. There will also be talks and masterclasses from guest speakers.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BA (Hons) Music Production

In your first year you will be introduced to key studio principles and techniques. We will teach you strategies for working in professional recording studio environments and you will study sound recording, mixing, editing and mastering principles. You will learn about creative musical processes and practices, including performance, listening, improvisation, recording and composition.

In your second year, you will expand your knowledge in recording, editing and remixing, enabling you to work on real-world, professional projects. Between years two and three, you can opt to do an additional one-year placement in industry. Previous placements have included recording studios, major and independent record labels, games development companies and theatres.

A major part of your third year will be the Final Year Project. This will include a piece of written work (dissertation) and a practical portfolio in an area of your choice. Previous music production projects have included producing an EP, or organising and performing at live events.