Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - Music (Production) (W3P1)

Brunel's BA in Music (Production) degree has been designed to develop students particular interests in music. It aims to equip them with a deep understanding of today’s musical world, enabling them to working across a wide range of the musical styles and genre that make up the diversity of contemporary music-making.

In their first year they will receive an essential grounding in sound recording and processing, composition, performance and musicology. They will be able to discuss all their musical activities with their fellow students and the teaching staff to get the constructive feedback that will help them develop.

They can choose from a range of optional modules in their second year and final year. This means they develop their own bespoke music course to prepare them for their chosen career in the music world. Examples of specialist options you could choose include composition, performance and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Students will be taught by some of the leading figures in today’s contemporary music: sound designers, composers, performers and producers. They are all active in the music profession, with strong connections to the music community in London, the UK and across Europe.

Brunel's music facilities include a fully sound-proofed recording studio, performance spaces for rehearsal and performances, and practice rooms equipped with keyboards, drum kits and amps. Access is available to an editing suite with Mac computer workstations where students can work on their music using industry-standard music-processing software.

During their time at Brunel, students will benefit from guest lectures delivered by leading figures in the music industry. In addition, they have the advantage of Brunel’s close location to London’s exciting music scene for planned trips to studios, shows, concerts and venues.

Brunel encourage the placement year option. This time in the music industry will help students prepare for the world of work with a year of invaluable professional experience. They could find themselves working in recording studios, in media and games companies, or for a live music venue.

Even before they graduate students will have the opportunity to showcase their abilities, working alongside professional musicians. Brunel University London promotes many concerts and other live music events where they’ll be able to network and gain feedback from visiting artists.