Songwriting and Music Production

Why choose this course?

• Member of UK Music Academic Partnership with links to industry
• Benefit from access to industry standard studios and facilities
• Variety of songwriting projects, collaborations and performances

• The Songwriting and Music Production degree is a unique and distinctive degree award in the UK. 
• You are fascinated by the potential of technology in the creative process 
• You wish to understand and explore current trends in songwriting 
• You wish to be taught by current practitioners and exponents in the art of writing songs within the commercial sector 
• You wish to be part of a department within a school that includes film making, animation and the creative arts 
• You will have the opportunity to explore your creative interests and ideas through a series of songwriting projects and to have your songs performed in a variety of venues 
• Gain a BSc – because we genuinely explore the art and science of music composition 
• We have a strong, ongoing record of student satisfaction over several years since the launch of the national student survey. 
• The University of Hertfordshire has consistently been towards the top of various league tables reflecting student satisfaction. 
• We have some of the best resources in the UK, including state-of-the art music studios and film and TV facilities.  
• Our music industry advisory panel is second to none in the UK and includes key figures in the music industry such as Tim Clark (Robbie Williams's manager), Mike Smith (MD Columbia Records) and Korda Marshall (who signed Take That, James Blunt etc.) 

What's the course about?

Building on the University of Hertfordshire Music's successful composition and technology courses, the Songwriting and Music Production pathway focuses on the technical and creative aspects of being a successful songwriter. You'll explore a range of songwriting techniques, composing and recording your own songs and building up your studio skills to a professional standard. With access to innovative software and performance opportunities, you'll develop your own musical language and explore how your means of self-expression connect with your cultural surroundings. You'll also study the business aspects of commercial music making, pursue work experience and build the skills and experience to become a creative and entrepreneurial musician.

This course is part of the music department in the School of Creative Arts, and a wide range of undergraduate music degrees are on offer.

Check out our facilities

Music students at the University of Hertfordshire have access to a stunning array of well-maintained resources and facilities aligned to industry standards, including recording studios, performance spaces, critical listening spaces, high-spec computing labs and a loan store offering a range of free-to-use equipment.

Find out more about our music facilities here.

Your main campus is College Lane     

This is where the creative arts, science and health-related subjects are based. This means you'll share the campus with future nurses, scientists, artists and more. You can use the common rooms to relax with friends, work out in the 24-hour gym or have a drink in our on-campus pub or cafes. We also have restaurants for you to eat in or grab something on the go. Our Learning Resources Centres are open 24/7, which means you can study whenever suits you best. Want to pop over to the other campus? You can take the free shuttle bus or walk there in just 15 minutes.

Tawajihiya with 70% or above. High School Diploma with a minimum overall average of 3.0, 2 Advanced Placement (AP) with a minimum score of 3.0

Apply via UCAS

All applications for undergraduate university degree courses are made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

Typically, they must submit their application to UCAS by 15 January deadline to give them the best possible chance of securing a place at their preferred university. For further details, look up the key UCAS dates so you are aware of what you have to do when.

They can choose up to 5 courses to apply for. These can be at one university or spread across different institutions. The same application is used for the 5 choices so selecting similar topics will make it easier to write a focused submission.

Completing the UCAS application

If you have questions on how to apply, you can talk to staff during a university open day visit.

The UCAS application is made online. Information required include:

1. personal details and information about support requirements.
2. background details.
3. course and university choices.
4. education and qualifications overview.
5. employment details and experience.
6. personal statement.