BA (Hons) Music and Music Technology

Our BA Music and Music Technology course specialises in both music and music technology, and allows you to pursue other areas of musical interest.The core of the course balances modules focused on music technology, electronic and computer music, with those drawing on musics from a range of genres, styles, cultures, and geographic locations to explore key concepts, theories and approaches. You’ll develop your skills as a creative, critical and reflective thinker, gaining the tools and experience needed to be an independent worker, musician and music technologist, ready for life after university.Personalise your courseYou can personalise your course in all years by choosing optional modules from a broad range of areas – including aesthetics, analysis, contemporary composition, film music, the music business, musicology, music psychology, performance (solo and collaborative) and popular music – enabling you to shape your degree to fit your interests and ambitions.How will I learnYou’ll study with academics who are experts in their fields, receive support from a dedicated technical team, and take lessons with a visiting professional specialist if you study solo performance. Across your course, you’ll engage with the latest research, explore a range of theoretical, creative and practical aspects of music and music technology, and develop a set of valuable subject-specific and transferrable skills.You’ll have opportunities to work independently and collaboratively, developing your skills and knowledge in contexts that extend beyond the University environment. All these elements combine to provide you with an exciting and dynamic educational experience that’s unique to Leeds.Why choose LeedsWe are one of the largest schools of music in the country, which means you’ll benefit from the impressive range of specialisms within our curriculum, reflecting our ethos that music is music, regardless of genre or style. We attract a diverse body of students from across the UK and internationally, which gives the School a vibrant community and culture. Decolonisation, equality and inclusivity are embedded within our curriculum, so all our students can feel a sense of belonging in the School and can thrive on their course, no matter what their background and musical experience.We work closely with our students, particularly through our active Student Staff Partnership Forum, to ensure that we offer the best possible experience to everyone studying in the School of Music.Our Industrial Advisory Board – an invited body of professionals from across the professional music sector, including several alumni – actively supports the ongoing development of our courses to ensure they deliver the skills and opportunities our students need to prepare them for life after university.The School of Music is part of a strong musical community at the University of Leeds, and there are numerous Leeds University Union (LUU) clubs and societies that offer opportunities to get involved in music and performance activities. The Leeds University Union Music Society (LUUMS) is one of the Union’s largest societies and boasts ten ensembles including orchestras, choirs, brass and wind ensembles, and a composers’ collective. Our students also often participate in other campus-based ensembles, including the Clothworkers Consort of Leeds (led by School of Music staff members) and Student Union performance societiesIn the recent national Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) exercise, 93% of our research was considered to be ‘internationally excellent’ or better in terms of its originality, significance and rigour, with 56% rated as ‘world leading’ – the highest classification. Each of these measures places us within the top 10 Schools of Music in the country based on the REF 2021 results for the subject area.

A-level: AAB (specific subjects required). We also welcome BTEC applicants with DDD. If you are taking A-levels and these don’t include Music or Music Technology, we would normally expect an essay/discursive subject. If you are taking a BTEC it should be in Music, Music Technology or a related subject.GCSE: Usually 5 at A-C, including English at Grade C/4 or aboveOther course specific tests: If you have taken Music, practical grades are not a requirement for this programme. However, if you want to study performance, you’ll need a minimum of ABRSM, Trinity Guildhall or Rockschool Grade 8 merit/grade 7 distinction (or demonstrate that you are of equivalent standard by the time you arrive in Leeds).Students taking the EPQ may also be made an alternative offer.We typically interview all eligible applicants, typically an online interview.We're committed to identifying the best possible applicants, regardless of personal circumstances or background. We consider alternative profiles and experience as long as you can demonstrate that you're suitable for the programme. We welcome applications from mature students and can be flexible in these cases.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma In Music, Music Technology or a related area with 60 credits overall, with at least 45 credits at level 3 to include 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit. BTEC DDD in music, music technology or a related subject. Cambridge Pre-U D2, M2, M2 or D3, M1, M2 or D2, M1, M3.Pre-U qualifications will also be accepted in combination with other qualifications such as A-levels. International Baccalaureate 35 overall (6 at higher level in Music). Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) H2 H2 H2 H2 H3 H3. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers AB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or A in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or AAAABB in Highers. Welsh Baccalaureate We can consider the Individual Project Element of the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate, and offer ABB for example + Distinction in the IP, (instead of AAB). Other Qualifications UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma: Distinction. Read more about UK and Republic of Ireland accepted qualifications or contact the School’s Undergraduate Admissions Team.