Music & Sound Production

Prepare for an exciting career in professional music production through hands-on learning in industry-standard facilities, real-world collaborations, and developing your own highly skilled expertise.

Why study BA (Hons) Music & Sound Production at BU?


- Industry-focused: This course is accredited by the music industry body, Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), and supported in its design by industry experts. You'll also benefit from our AVID Learning Partnership and regular guest lectures and masterclasses, providing valuable insights into the creative industries.


- Start creating from week one: You'll dive straight into music production projects and industry briefs, building a portfolio that showcases your creativity and helps you discover your unique style as a music producer.


- Access industry standard facilities: You’ll have access to an extensive range of audio facilities including recording studios with State Solid Logic mixing desk, live room and control room, as well as surround-sound and stereo post-production studios.


- Hands-on experience & collaboration: Working on audio production projects and diverse briefs, you'll also have opportunities to collaborate both across courses within the faculty and with external partners.


- Network & build industry connections: With a focus on developing your career path, you'll connect and network with creative industry practitioners and partner organisations while demonstrating your abilities through opportunities such as presenting your work to public audiences.


- Launch your career: When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for a wide range of careers in music production including studio engineering, live sound engineering, song writing, music performance, composing for media, and post-production.


Course accreditation and partnerships

This course is accredited by the Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), a measure of the quality and suitability of this course to meet industry needs. JAMES is a consortium of music, entertainment and media industry organisations collaborating in the support of education and promotion of excellence.

As a student on the course you can benefit from our AVID Learning Partnership, with opportunities to receive certified training in 101 Pro Tools Fundamentals I and II.

Looking for a uni that’s a bit different? There’s no place like BU. With seven miles of sandy beach, stunning countryside and a buzzing town, you’ll find opportunity in every direction.

At BU, your degree isn’t just about studying – it’s about your future. A BU degree opens doors: to exciting careers, new experiences, and the confidence to go further. Every course is built with employability in mind, so you graduate ready for what’s next.

From high-tech TV studios and genetic labs to sports rehab suites and clinical simulation facilities, you’ll learn using the same equipment as industry pros. Plus, you could even study abroad in places like Australia, France or South Africa.

And it’s not just about study. You’ll join a friendly, supportive student community and live in accommodation that feels like home from day one.

Your future starts here. Where could BU take you?

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