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    Music (Songwriting/Sound Production/Industries) MA

    University of the West of Scotland

    University of the West of Scotland

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    United Kingdom, Paisley

    Key Facts

    Program Level

    Master by Course Work

    Study Type

    Full Time

    Delivery

    On Campus

    Campuses

    Ayr

    Program Language

    English

    Start & Deadlines

    Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2023
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    Duration 1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 15,250  / year
    Next Intake September-2023

    Music (Songwriting/Sound Production/Industries) MA

    About

    Our MA Music framework provides a broad range of personalised learning experiences underpinned by professionally relevant research and enterprise that is strongly aligned to: Songwriting, Production and Music industries. The master's will deepen your expertise in the authorship, production and distribution of popular music. The following pathways exist:

    • MA Music (Songwriting) – Aimed at those interested in the practice of song-writing and composition, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research, collaboration and the cultural contexts within which songwriters work.
    • MA Music (Sound Production) – Aimed at those with an interest in the technical and artistic aspects of music/audio production, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research.
    • MA Music (Industries) – Aimed at those with an interest in the businesses, processes and developments that underpin work within the music industries as well as the broader creative and cultural industries.
    • MA Music – This bespoke degree is intended for students who have a broad interest in the creative, technical and industrial elements of music.

    Our MA Music framework provides a broad range of personalised learning experiences underpinned by professionally relevant research and enterprise that is strongly aligned to: Songwriting, Production and Music industries. The master's will deepen your expertise in the authorship, production and distribution of popular music. The following pathways exist:

    • MA Music (Songwriting) – Aimed at those interested in the practice of song-writing and composition, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research, collaboration and the cultural contexts within which songwriters work.
    • MA Music (Sound Production) – Aimed at those with an interest in the technical and artistic aspects of music/audio production, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research.
    • MA Music (Industries) – Aimed at those with an interest in the businesses, processes and developments that underpin work within the music industries as well as the broader creative and cultural industries.
    • MA Music – This bespoke degree is intended for students who have a broad interest in the creative, technical and industrial elements of music.

    Careers insight

    Collaboration is central to the music industries and the MA Music framework reflects this, allowing you the opportunity to specialise while developing new collaborative professional networks and approaches to interdisciplinary working.

    Our graduates have gone on to enjoy fulfilling careers within the arts and the wider creative landscape, often on a sustainable self-employed basis.

    Traditional modes of thought in relation to many aspects of the music sector are now obsolete and larger, institutional processes have been superseded by more technologically democratic ways of conducting business. The rise of the ‘new artist model’ which places emphasis upon commercial autonomy by artists and practitioners within the music sector has also created the need for the development of a new music business skillset which this course addresses.

    Liam Young, Graduate, Owner & Director 12 Radio Promotions

    Our MA Music framework provides a broad range of personalised learning experiences underpinned by professionally relevant research and enterprise that is strongly aligned to: Songwriting, Production and Music industries. The master's will deepen your expertise in the authorship, production and distribution of popular music. The following pathways exist:

    • MA Music (Songwriting) Aimed at those interested in the practice of song-writing and composition, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research, collaboration and the cultural contexts within which songwriters work.
    • MA Music (Sound Production) Aimed at those with an interest in the technical and artistic aspects of music/audio production, with a focus on practice-based/inquiry-based research.
    • MA Music (Industries) Aimed at those with an interest in the businesses, processes and developments that underpin work within the music industries as well as the broader creative and cultural industries.
    • MA Music This bespoke degree is intended for students who have a broad interest in the creative, technical and industrial elements of music.

    Disciplines

    Business & Creative Industries

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

     Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree pass  For programmes requiring Honours Degree applicants must have achieved the following grades:  Excellent  Good  Very Good

    English Program Requirements

    If you do not fall into any of the categories above you will need to provide proof of your English language ability through the International English Language Test System (IELTS) or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).

    Duo Lingo

    For 2022-23 entry, the University has approved the use of the online Duolingo English test as evidence of English language ability. UWS will accept an overall score between 90-115 with no component score below 90.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee

    GBP 15,250  / year

    How to Apply

    1. Choose a course

    Explore the courses on offer.

    2. Check entry requirements

    Check if your academic qualifications and English Language levels meet the course entry requirements.

    3. Contact TEG Admissions Team

    Fill out the enquiry form below and one of our team will be in touch.

    4. Prepare the documents

    Once you have had a call with us, compile the required documents to be submitted.

    5. Write a personal statement

    Check out our guide on how to write a personal statement.

    6. Submit an application

    Fill out an application form here.

    7. Accept the offer, if successful

    Once your application has been processed, we will contact you by email to confirm the outcome. If successful, you will receive an offer letter which will detail your next steps.

    8. Pay the deposit

    You will be required to pay a deposit to secure your place at the university.

    9: Attend a TEG credibility interview

    The purpose of this interview is to assess if students are credible and genuine. At this stage you will need to prepare your CAS documents for review.

    10. Apply for Visa

    International students, including nationals from EEA or Switzerland, would require a student visa to study at UWS London.

    University of the West of Scotland

    Music (Songwriting/Sound Production/Industries) MA

    University of the West of Scotland

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    United Kingdom,

    Paisley

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