COMMERCIAL MUSIC at University of West of Scotland
| COMMERCIAL MUSIC at University of West of Scotland | |
| Course Duration | 4 Years |
| Course Intake | September |
| Course Details Website Link | Visit Website |
| Course Level | Undergraduate |
| Tution Fees | £ 13,000 |
| English Language Requirment | |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEFL | 78 |
| PTE | 54 |
OVERVIEW
The course is designed for anyone with a passion for music and who wishes to forge a lifelong and varied career in the industry.
The degree is aimed at songwriters, producers and DJs, and those wishing to run small record companies or to stage live events.
You will work with UWS staff and visiting lecturers, who are themselves practising music industry professionals, and make key contacts across the music industry. Whether you are interested in a career in music promotion, tour management, sound engineering and production or performance, this degree will prepare you for success in the fast-changing modern music business.
Music is one of the UK's largest industries by export alone and this programme aims to help those with talent, drive and ability to forge a varied career. Developed in response to industry requirements, the focus is on a rapidly developing modern music business and the exciting opportunities brought about by new media.
Guest speakers have included Shirley Manson and Ricky Ross.
COURSE DETAILS
The degree is aimed at songwriters, producers and DJs, and those wishing to run small record companies or to stage live events. You will work with UWS staff and visiting lecturers, who are themselves practising music industry professionals, and you'll make key contacts across the music industry.
Whether you are interested in a career in music promotion, tour management, sound engineering and production or performance, this degree will prepare you for success in the fast-changing modern music business.
Teaching & Assessment
BA (Hons) Commercial Music is designed for student success by promoting creativity, autonomy and employability both in terms of module content and course structure. We offer inspirational and transformative learning within a flexible and personalised curriculum. This is based on a model of inquiry-based learning, with a mix of practical, project-based work and critical analysis of contemporary popular music culture and the global music industries.
Jobs
Graduates work as record company scouts, promoters, tour managers, sound engineers, producers and performing and recording artists.
Further Study
Some graduates choose further study, leading to an MSc, PhD or teaching qualification. See list of courses available.
University of the West of Scotland The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The annual tuition fee for a variety of courses are given below.
| Level of Study | Non-EU Tuition Fee |
| UG Class based | £12,000 |
| UG Lab based | £14,000 |
| PG taught (Class based) | £12,600 |
| PG Taught (Lab Based) | £14,600 |
| PG Research (Class based) | £12,600 |
| PG Research (Lab based) | £14,600 |
| PG Research (Lab based) (CEPS) | £15,900 |
| University of West of Scotland Average Tuition Fee Per Year | |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | £ 8,900 |
| Postgraduate | 9,200 |
| University of West of Scotland Cost Per Year | |
| Overall cost of living | £ 5,500 |
| Campus accommodation | £ 4,300 |
| * Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses. | |
| University of West of Scotland English score required | |
|---|---|
| IELTS Undergraduate | 6.0 |
| IELTS Postgraduate | 6.0 |
| TOEFL Undergraduate | 78 |
| TOEFL Postgraduate | 78 |
| * Please note that minimum score required for English language may vary from course to couse.Always check exact requirement for the programme. | |
| University of West of Scotland University Contact Details |
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| University of West of Scotland Address |
| Technology Ave,Blantyre Technology Ave G72 0LH |
| University of West of Scotland Email |
| elaine.robertson@uws.ac.uk |
| University of West of Scotland Phone |
| 0141 849 4101 |