Commercial Music
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
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
- Introduction to Music and Sound
- Digital Media Skills
- Creative Industries Overview
- Academic and Professional Skills
- Music Theory and Songwriting
- Introduction to Music Production
- Live Performance Techniques
- Music Industry Overview
- Marketing for Musicians
- Advanced Music Production
- Creative Project Development
- Artist and Repertoire (A&R) Practices
- Live Event Management
- Music Licensing and Copyright
- 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
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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