Course summary
The BA(Hons) Electronic Music Production will provide a unique and vocational approach to this subject, in which you will apply theory through practice. The course covers everything from sound practice and theory to the latest mixing and production techniques to train you in the skills needed by today’s global music industry. You will gain a thorough appreciation of the role of electronic music production in music-making today as it is used across the music and media industries. Through your theory and practical studies, you will come to consider electronic music as not just a single genre but as a way of making music that can be applied to a multitude of styles. You will learn to harness today’s hardware and software to sequence, sample, synthesise, compose, produce and remix sound, as well as to make music and experiment with sound design. Led by experienced tutors who are actively practising in the music business, you will learn about new findings in music research and gain industry insights that could help you in your career. In addition, you will be able to work with our highly qualified and friendly audio technicians/demonstrators, who will help you master the technical challenges of electronic music production.
Modules
You will study the following modules; Advanced Electronic Music Production Techniques Electronic Music Production Analysis Advanced Mixing Techniques Creative Collaboration Project Major Project
Assessment method
A mix of practical and some written assessments, presentations and portfolios of work
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CR10
- Institution code:
- C16
- Campus name:
- City Centre Campus
- Campus code:
- A
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff
Standard entry requires you to have achieved 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5) either via a Diploma in Higher Education, a Foundation Degree or HND in a related subject area.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). |
We also accept other English language examination equivalents. The standard requirement is at a level B2 in accordance to the Common European Framework of Reference for languages (CEFR). We require a level B2 standard in all of the elements: • reading • writing • speaking • listening
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9000* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9000* | Year 1 |
| EU | £14250* | Year 1 |
| International | £14250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Students have access to a wide range of resources including textbooks, publications, and computers in the College library and via online resources. In most cases they are more than sufficient to complete a course of study. Where there are additional costs, either obligatory or optional, these are detailed on the College website (on individual course pages). Of course students may choose to purchase their own additional personal resources/tools over and above those listed to support their studies at their own expense. All stationery and printing costs are at a student’s own expense.
EU students who have settled or pre-settled status in the UK under the EU Settlement Scheme, may be eligible for student finance and be designated as a home student for fees purposes. Irish nationals are eligible for support under the Common Travel Area arrangement.
Sponsorship information
CAVC has a range of bursaries and scholarships that students on undergraduate, higher education programmes can apply for to support their studies. Applicants can find more information by visiting the college website.
Provider information
Cardiff and Vale College
City Centre Campus
Dumballs Road
Cardiff
CF10 5FE