Course summary
Music - Artist Development: The Artistic Development course is designed to meet the needs of practitioners that are currently exploring their own song writing and production skills. Artistic development and DIY music is one of the most exciting aspects of the creative music industry. With modern advances in technology and social media turning the industry on its head the modern artist now has all the power to write, record, distribute, promote and manage themselves. The course is designed to give students the power to create a professional portfolio of work ready for freelance roles, higher education, and the industry. There will be opportunities to perform at local venues and collaborate with students across varied areas of the creative arts department, all whilst setting up an online profile to start generating streams. You will receive industry-based lectures and have access to our mac suite loaded with Logic Pro X, keyboards and interfaces, as well as our in-house recording studio, rehearsal suites and performance theatre as part of your professional development. Why Choose Our Course? • If you are unsure about your pathway into the music industry or higher education. • If you want to develop your song writing and composition within your own artistic vision. • If you want to learn how to creatively record your compositions. • If you wish to be part of a small establishment with more individual support. What jobs could this lead to? • Composer • Artist Management • Performer • Promotion and Marketing • Producer • A&R Skills/Core Units Covered: • The Music Industry • Marketing and Promotion for Musicians • Professional Development • Creative Research • Creative Portfolio • Developing as an Artist Entry Requirements: • 48 UCAS points from either A levels, BTEC, UAL or other recognised L3 qualifications in a related subject, together with GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above. Mature students without the formal entry requirements will be considered on their experience within the Industry.
Modules
• The Music Industry • Marketing and Promotion for Musicians • Professional Development • Creative Research • Creative Portfolio • Developing as an Artist
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
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:
- WAD1
- Institution code:
- O12
- Campus name:
- Welwyn Garden City Campus
- Campus code:
- 2
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
We will send an email giving details of how to submit.
Student Outcomes
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £6165 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £6165 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £6165 | Year 1 |
Wales | £6165 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Provider information
Oaklands College
St Albans Campus
Hatfield Road
St Albans
AL4 0JA