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BA Music is a practice-led general music degree that enables you to follow either a broad-based approach to music or a specific focus. The programme emphasises creativity in performance and composition supported by academic strands together with modules developing industry skills and employability. You can pursue your specialist areas in western art music, particularly early and contemporary, jazz, musical theatre and world music; music education and music psychology are also a focus with past students increasingly making career choices in these areas. The programme provides pathways in vocal performance studies, with an emphasis on opera and musical theatre, which blends conservatoire-style training with academic study; community music (which links to education and psychology) and in jazz performance. Tutors on the BA Music programme encompass a wide range of musical styles and areas of research and practice. Collectively, they provide a highly experienced and multi-disciplinary approach to the study and practice of music. Specialist instrumental tutors enable your continued development of musicianship and performance skills through one-to-one instrumental/vocal teaching. Performance experience is a constant element of the programme through teaching and assessment activities, and through a range of ensemble groups for instruments and voices. Employability lies at the heart of BA Music. For example, work placements in a wide variety of work environments provide students with opportunities to explore the application of music beyond performance. The programme has particular strengths in composition, community music, music psychology and music education, working with regional and national groups. The trans-cultural nature of music engages you with the wider international music community. Opportunities for international exchange and performance opportunities underpin the programme’s commitment to developing global citizens. The breadth of BA Music allows you to create a bespoke music programme that fits with your particular strengths and interests.

We accept a wide range of qualifications for entry to our undergraduate programmes. Typical offers include A-level grades CCC, with grade C in Music or a related subject.

You’ll be assessed through coursework, including creative artefacts, written and spoken presentations, and through practical assessments such as recitals and public ensemble performances.

Award

BA (Hons) Music

School/s

Bath School of Music and Performing Arts

Campus or location

Newton Park

Course length

Three years full time, or four years full time with professional placement year.