Music Production BSc (Hons)

Music Production BSc (Hons) is an industry-focused course ideal for those with a passion for music and audio production, and who want to develop a highly attractive portfolio of technical and creative skills that will help you pursue a successful career in all industries that require audio expertise.

You deserve a positive teaching and learning experience, where you feel part of a supportive and nurturing community. That’s why most students will enjoy an innovative approach to learning using block teaching, where you will study one module at a time. You’ll benefit from regular assessments - rather than lots of exams at the end of the year - and a simple timetable that allows you to engage with your subject and enjoy other aspects of university life such as sports, societies, meeting friends and discovering your new city. By studying with the same peers and tutor for each block, you’ll build friendships and a sense of belonging.

Overview

Technical Instructor Tim gives us a tour of some of the music spaces available to students at DMU.

If you dream of a career in music production, audio engineering, mastering or mixing, DMU’s course in Music Production is designed for you.

The programme delves into the science and technology behind audio and recording systems, teaching you how to use them effectively in recording, mixing, mastering, and sound design.

You will explore the principles of studio technology, gaining a deep understanding of both digital and analogue systems, as well as the acoustic environments crucial to professional audio work. Through a series of core modules, the course will help you to master the fundamentals of audio engineering, grasp the acoustical principles of musical sound, and develop key studio techniques.

This hands-on course will give you the knowledge and practical skills needed for a wide range of careers, including studio recording, audio and post-production, sound system installation and management, and audio for film and TV. Our graduates have successfully secured roles with leading companies like Bauer Media and Spotify.

Key features

Build your practical skills in our state-of-the-art creative technology studios, featuring professional audio recording and broadcast-quality radio production facilities. Each studio is equipped with advanced mixing desks, digital audio workstations, and extensive libraries of audio effects and samples.

Benefit from block teaching, where most students study one subject at a time. A simple timetable will allow you to really engage with your learning, receive regular feedback and assessments, get to know your course mates and enjoy a better study-life balance.

Meet producers and promoters living and working in the East Midlands area and find out how you can develop your professional practice as an artist, producer, mixer or engineer.
Work on an exciting range of real-life projects and meet like-minded students through our student societies, including the Audio Recording Society and Sound Design Society.
Enhance your professional skills and work experience with industry placements, at companies such as HQ Recording Studio, a leading studio specialising in Urban, R&B and Hip Hop.
Gain valuable, industry-relevant experience by contributing to the award-winning Demon Media group, which includes the Demon FM radio station and Demon TV.
Present your work at some of Leicester's most important cultural institutions, including the CURVE Theatre, the Phoenix Cinema and Art Centre, and creative hub LCB Depot.
Benefit from guest lectures from music industry specialists. Previous guest speakers from the music industry have included producers, managers, distributors, studio reps, and A&R reps.

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UK
EU/International

Institution code: D26

UCAS course code: W374

Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement

Fees and funding:

2025/26 tuition fees for UK students: £9,250

Find out about additional costs and optional extras.

How to apply

Submit a study-related enquiry

Institution code: D26

UCAS course code: W374

Duration: Three years full-time, four years with placement

Fees and funding:

2024/25 tuition fees for international students: £16,250

Find out more about available funding for international students.

Find out about additional costs and optional extras.

How to apply

Submit a study-related enquiry

Entry criteria

Five GCSEs at grade C or above, including English and Maths or equivalent, plus one of the following:
Normally 104 UCAS points from at least two A-levels or equivalent
Music or Music Technology BTEC National Diploma/ Extended Diploma at DMM or
Pass in the QAA accredited Access to HE Music or Music Technology course with at least 15 credits in Music or Music Technology at merit. English GCSE required as a separate qualification as equivalency is not accepted within the Access qualification. We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course or
International Baccalaureate: 24+ points with Music at higher level grade 5 or
T Levels Merit

Portfolio Required: No

Interview Required: No

We welcome applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications and recognise all other equivalent and international qualifications. We also encourage students who are interested in this degree but do not meet the above criteria to contact us.

UCAS tariff information

Students applying for courses starting in September will be made offers based on the latest UCAS Tariff.

Contextual offer

To make sure you get fair and equal access to higher education, when looking at your application, we consider more than just your grades. So if you are eligible, you may receive a contextual offer. Find our more about contextual offers.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band (or equivalent) when you start the course is essential.

English language tuition, delivered by our British Council-accredited Centre for English Language Learning, is available both before and throughout the course if you need it.

Structure and assessment

Year one

Block 1: Introduction to Studio Recording & Production

Block 2: Ideas in Music & Technology

Block 3: Sound Analysis & Synthesis

Block 4: Industry Practice

Year two

Block 1: Creative & Professional Work: Presentation & Promotion

Block 2: Music for Film, Games & Media

Block 3: Studio Recording & Production

Block 4: Live Sound & Location Recording

Year three

Block 1: Studio Technologies

Block 2: Advanced Studio Production

Block 3: Music Industry Management

Block 4: Final Project

See detailed module information

Note: All modules are indicative and based on the current academic session. Course information is correct at the time of publication and is subject to review. Exact modules may, therefore, vary for your intake in order to keep content current. If there are changes to your course we will, where reasonable, take steps to inform you as appropriate.

Teaching

This is a full-time course. Each module is worth 30 credits. Outside of your normal timetabled hours you will be expected to conduct independent study each week to complete preparation tasks, assessments and research.

Course delivery is in block mode, which means each 30 credit module consists of a seven week teaching block. It is delivered through a combination of lecture, tutorial, seminar, laboratory, workshop, self-directed study, presentation, screening, demonstration, group and individual projects.

Assessment

A variety of assessment strategies, both formative and summative, are used throughout the course. Coursework assessments include creative and portfolio work, practical reports, short tests, case study reports, critiques and oral presentations. The coursework assessments include practical reports, computer-based assessments, short tests, case study reports, critiques and oral presentations. You will also be assessed by formal examinations, which test the knowledge and skills you have developed over the course of the module. There are a variety of formats for the written examinations, including some or all of the following; short-answer questions, problem-based questions, case-study questions and essay questions.

Facilities and features

Creative Technology Studios

Our cutting-edge creative technology studios offer industry-standard equipment and software for recording, sound manipulation, and media production. Facilities include multichannel composition and recording studios, a Dolby Atmos suite, SSL and Yamaha mixing desks, and digital audio workstations like Pro Tools, Logic Pro, and Ableton Live.

Our resources feature:

Audio and video suites with HD editing software and a 20-station video workstation suite
Two fully-equipped recording studios with surround sound and both analog and digital setups
Broadcast-standard radio production facilities with professional management systems
Green and blue screen film studios with multi-camera setups for TV-style production and live graphics overlays

Explore our 360° tours for a closer look at the purpose-built studios, high-definition data infrastructure, and wide array of professional audio-visual equipment available for student use.

Industry-standard video, audio and radio production suites

The film studios located in the Queens building

Library and learning zones

On campus, the main Kimberlin Library offers a space where you can work, study and access a vast range of print materials, with computer stations, laptops, plasma screens and assistive technology also available.

As well as providing a physical space in which to work, we offer online tools to support your studies, and our extensive online collection of resources accessible from our Library website, e-books, specialised databases and electronic journals and films which can be remotely accessed from anywhere you choose.

We will support you to confidently use a huge range of learning technologies, including the Virtual Learning Environment, Collaborate Ultra, DMU Replay, MS Teams, Turnitin and more. Alongside this, you can access LinkedIn Learning and learn how to use Microsoft 365, and study support software such as mind mapping and note-taking through our new Digital Student Skills Hub.

The library staff offer additional support to students, including help with academic writing, research strategies, literature searching, reference management and assistive technology. There is also a ‘Just Ask’ service for help and advice, live LibChat, online workshops, tutorials and drop-ins available from our Learning Services, and weekly library live chat sessions that give you the chance to ask the library teams for help.

More flexible ways to learn

We offer an equitable and inclusive approach to learning and teaching for all our students. Known as the Universal Design for Learning (UDL), our teaching approach has been recognised as sector leading. UDL means we offer a wide variety of support, facilities and technology to all students, including those with disabilities and specific learning differences.

Just one of the ways we do this is by using ‘DMU Replay’ – a technology providing all students with anytime access to audio and/or visual material of lectures. This means students can revise taught material in a way that suits them best, whether it's replaying a recording of a class or adapting written material shared in class using specialist software.

Opportunities and careers

Graduate careers

Students learn a range of skills in on-location, live, AV and studio production, allowing you to pursue a career in music production, audio engineering, sound design, remixing and mastering, radio, TV or games.

Graduates are also well positioned to continue their academic careers by embarking on postgraduate study, which offers the opportunity for further specialisation.

DMU Global

Our innovative international experience programme DMU Global aims to enrich studies, broaden cultural horizons and develop key skills valued by employers.

Through DMU Global, we offer an exciting mix of overseas, on-campus and online international experiences, including the opportunity to study or work abroad for up to a year.

Music students have previously explored sonic arts in Berlin, translated art into music in Stockholm and toured the home of hip hop in New York. 

Placements

As part of this course, you have the option to complete a placement year, offering valuable insight into the professional world and applying your knowledge in a real-world environment. This experience will help you build the skills needed for your chosen career. Our students have secured placements at notable organisations, including HQ Studios, The Curve Theatre, and The Venue – DMU. Previous BSc Music Technology students have also gained experience with industry leaders like Dolby Europe Limited an audio-visual technology company and Horus Music Limited a global digital distribution and label services company.

Our careers programme DMU Works can help to hone your professional skills with CV writing workshops, mock interviews and practice aptitude tests, and an assigned personal tutor will support you throughout your placement.

Take your next steps

Nine halls of residence and around 2,300 rooms, all of which are within easy walking distance of the campus.

Run by students for students, DSU offers more than 150 societies and almost 40 different sports clubs for you to get involved in.

Music Production BSc (Hons)

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