Creative Music Technology
Bristol, University of the West of England
UCAS Code: WJ39 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Bristol, University of the West of England
UCAS Code: WJ39 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
No specific subjects required. Points from General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken on to full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.
No specific subjects required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade C/4 in English and Mathematics, or equivalent.
No specific subjects required.
No specific subjects required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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No specific subjects required.
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About this course
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BSc(Hons) Creative Music Technology is accredited by JAMES, the education arm of the Association of Professional Recording Services (APRS) and the Music Producers Guild (MPG).
Explore composers and artists past and present, taking inspiration from Bach to Boulez, The Beatles to Hans Zimmer. Refine and define your own creative process.
Develop programming skills and learn how to enhance the sound and quality of audio using technology.
Study composition and enhance your formal musical training in music theory and performance. Get involved with inspiring musical projects in the community, for schools and with local media companies. Perform in events organised by our celebrated Centre for Performing Arts. Activities range from big band, to chamber ensembles and a full symphony orchestra.
Gain valuable real-world experience and a professional portfolio through a series of placements that prepare you for a career in the music industry.
As a graduate, choose from careers in composition, performance, production and concert management, as well as audio and sound engineering. You’ll also be suited for work in creative areas where there is a heavy reliance on technology such as film, theatre and the arts.
The Uni
Frenchay Campus
School of Computing and Creative Technologies
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