HNDPopular Music Practice

Study location	United Kingdom, South and City College Birmingham
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	2 years
Study language	English
Awards	HND
Course code	143W

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher)

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL, Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) or other equivalent IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each band) TOEFL (IBT): Overall score of 80 or above, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking CAE: level C

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application. A relevant portfolio is required. - Applicant is required to submit a portfolio of creative work - Interview is a part of admission process

More information	bcu.ac.uk/..popular-music-practice-2018-19

Overview

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Programme structure

Much of your work will be geared towards the development of professional products, such as performances, tours, CD production or radio shows. The course will help you to develop your own professional profile and explore your individual artistic identity. You’ll also collaborate with others and explore all aspects of the contemporary music industry.

There are three areas of concentration: Performance, Production and Composition. Each of these will enable you to understand a key area and to develop new skills. Undertaking work in each area reflects the reality of the commercial music industry where practitioners may perform a variety of roles. In Year 2 you will specialise in one area and develop more advanced skills. Much of the work in the final year is self-directed and always takes place in professional-standard environments.