About Commercial Music

This course is designed for aspiring musicians, producers, and music industry professionals who want to turn their creative passion into a commercially successful career. It covers all aspects of creating, performing, recording, and marketing music in today’s competitive industry.

Quick Facts
Duration
3 Years (Full-time)
Extended Options
4 Years with Foundation
Placement Option
Optional Placement Year Available
Course Overview

You will explore music production techniques, songwriting, live performance skills, music business management, and digital distribution. The course blends creativity with industry insight, ensuring you understand how to navigate contracts, copyright, promotion, and monetisation. You will work on practical projects, collaborate with other musicians, and gain hands-on experience in professional studios and live venues. Industry networking, guest lectures, and optional placements provide valuable opportunities to connect with professionals and understand real-world workflows.

Modules
Foundation Year
  • Introduction to Music and Sound
  • Digital Media Skills
  • Creative Industries Overview
  • Academic and Professional Skills
Year 1
  • Music Theory and Songwriting
  • Introduction to Music Production
  • Live Performance Techniques
  • Music Industry Overview
  • Marketing for Musicians
Year 2
  • Advanced Music Production
  • Creative Project Development
  • Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Practices
  • Live Event Management
  • Music Licensing and Copyright
Year 3
  • Professional Portfolio Development
  • Commercial Music Entrepreneurship
  • Global Music Markets
  • Final Major Project (original composition, performance, or production)
Careers

Graduates from this course will have the skills to succeed in a range of music-related careers, from performing and producing to managing artists and organising events. You will gain both the creative and business expertise needed to thrive in the evolving music landscape, with a strong focus on adaptability and entrepreneurial thinking. Opportunities exist in music production companies, record labels, live event organisations, media platforms, and freelance creative work.

Career Routes
Music Producer
Songwriter
Performing Artist
Artist Manager
Live Event Coordinator
Music Marketing Executive
Additional Information

Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study, such as an MA in Music Production, Music Business, or related creative disciplines.

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