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BMus (Hons) Music Production & Sound Engineering

London Centre for Contemporary Music

BMus (Hons) Music Production & Sound Engineering at London Centre for Contemporary Music in London. This subject builds musical, technical and professional skills for a competitive but rewarding creative industry.

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Duration
3 years full-time
Where
London
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BMus (Hons)

Course overview

This subject builds musical, technical and professional skills for a competitive but rewarding creative industry. You will spend substantial time in studios and rehearsal spaces, working on projects with other musicians and producers.

Over the course you will move from core principles to specialist topics, finishing with an independent project on a question that matters to you.

Who this course is for

For musicians and producers who want to develop their craft and build a sustainable career in music.

Where you will study

London Centre for Contemporary Music

A specialist contemporary music school in south London offering degrees in performance, production, composition and music business.

Study mode: Full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week

Campus availability and timetables can vary by intake. Your adviser will confirm the location and teaching days before you apply.

What you will study

Module titles vary between institutions and may change from year to year. Typical topics include:

  • Composition and Arrangement
  • Performance Skills
  • Music Theory
  • Music Business
  • Sound for Media
  • Collaborative Projects
  • Professional Practice
  • Final Portfolio

Entry requirements for UK students

  • Open to UK residents, including British and Irish citizens and people with settled or pre-settled status.
  • No formal qualifications are needed for most applicants aged 21 or over. You simply have a friendly interview and complete a short written task.
  • Work and life experience count, whatever your background and however long you have been out of education.
  • You will need photo ID and proof of address dated within the last month. If you are not a British or Irish citizen, you will also need a share code.
  • Not sure if you qualify? Ask us. We check your options before you apply, free of charge.

Every application is looked at individually. If you are not sure whether you qualify, ask us before ruling yourself out.

Where it can lead

  • Live sound technician
  • Music producer
  • Sound engineer
  • Performer
  • Composer for media
  • Artist manager

Fees and funding

Eligible home students can apply to Student Finance England for a Tuition Fee Loan, paid directly to the institution, and a Maintenance Loan to help with living costs. Repayments only start once you have finished and earn above the repayment threshold.

Parents, carers and students with disabilities may qualify for extra, non-repayable support such as the Childcare Grant, Parents' Learning Allowance or Disabled Students' Allowance.

How we help with Student Finance

How to apply

  1. Talk to an adviser

    A free call to check the course suits your goals and circumstances.

  2. Submit your application

    Complete our secure online application and upload your documents. It takes about fifteen minutes.

  3. Interview or assessment

    Most institutions hold a short, friendly interview or written task. We help you prepare.

  4. Offer and funding

    Accept your offer and complete your Student Finance application with our support.

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Questions about this course

When does BMus (Hons) Music Production & Sound Engineering at LCCM start?

Start dates: Several intakes a year, commonly January, May or June, and September. We recommend applying at least six to eight weeks before you want to start, so there is time for your interview and funding.

How long does the course take?

The course takes 3 years full-time. Study mode: full-time, with on-campus teaching usually timetabled across two or three days a week.

Do I need A levels or recent qualifications?

Not always. Many courses welcome applicants aged 21 or over on the basis of experience, an interview and a short written task. We will check the requirements for you.

Do I have to pay Lampton Education for help?

No. Our advice and application support are free for students, from the first conversation to enrolment.

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