UndergraduateFull-time

Songwriting, Performance and Music Production BMus(Hons)

Level
Undergraduate
Duration
3 years full-time; 4 years inc. placement year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Music
Location
United Kingdom
Next intake
SEP 2026

Overview

If you’re passionate about making music and want to develop your skills in songwriting, performing, and producing, this course is for you. Over three years, you’ll get hands-on experience in everything from live gigs and studio recording to writing songs and artist development. You’ll learn from expert staff with real industry experience and work alongside other creative students—musicians, engineers, performers, and more. You’ll have access to amazing facilities: top-notch studios, rehearsal spaces, and all the instruments and software you need. Plus, you can use these spaces whenever you want, so your creativity isn’t limited to class time. Huddersfield is a vibrant place for music, with opportunities to see and perform at festivals, gigs, and events. You can join bands, choirs, or start your own group. By the end of your degree, you’ll be ready for the music industry with practical skills, confidence, and a strong creative vision. Music at Huddersfield is ranked 8th in the UK (Daily Mail University Guide 2026), and Performing Arts is 37th in the world (QS World University Subject Rankings 2025), so you’ll be joining a top community of musicians and creatives.

Entry requirements

A levelsBBC-BCC
UCAS Tariff points104–112 UCAS points
T LevelsMerit
BTECDMM · BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
Access to HE Diplomawith 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above
Other conditionsportfolio · International and mature applicants who don’t hold standard UK qualifications can provide a portfolio to demonstrate skills relevant to the course.

English language requirements

IELTS6.0 overall, no part below 5.5

IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5

Fees

International students: £17,600

UK students: £9,535

UK/Home: £9,535

International: £17,600

Start dates

21 September 2026

Application deadline

28 June 2026

Campus

  • University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
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Where you will study

Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom

Study in KirkleesYorkshire and the Humber

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