Courses-Bachelor-Music

Commercial Music

BA Hons

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Course overview

You will be taught in a pleasant, supportive learning community by an academic team of music business experts and researchers with industry expertise while studying in an industry-standard media centre. You will benefit from cutting-edge knowledge and research from our active popular music and music industries research community, which not only produces internationally recognized research and publications, but also contributes to the course, by assisting you in positioning yourself at the forefront of developing unique ideas and discovering niche markets within the music industries. Do you wish to create music media material, organise, promote and manage live music events, start your own music business, learn project management skills or are you interested in music as it relates to the larger creative and cultural industries? Then our BA (Hons) Music degree is right for you. We will help you acquire the inventive and creative entrepreneurial skills and techniques required not only to operate in, but also to shape the exciting and dynamic multi-platform music industry. Because of our connections in the music industry, we can arrange guest lectures from renowned professionals and maximise possibilities for you to network and start your career while on the course. Because we place a strong emphasis on reflective practice and contextual studies, our graduates are well-positioned to become innovators and thought leaders for the ever-changing music industries. Our music degree will teach you how to collaborate with your peers in performance, songwriting and production, with an emphasis on original work. So, whatever your musical preferences are, you can broaden your practice to obtain skills applicable not only to jobs in the music industry, but also to jobs in the broader creative industries.
Why to study this course?
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86% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.
What our students say..."I chose to study with Atlantic because the staff members were really supportive and nice. The course also fitted around my job. With their help, I've finally learned to cope and understand my learning pattern, what I'm looking for in a course and what my future aspirations are."Lidia Pavlov Commercial Music student

About institution

The LCCM (London College of Contemporary Music) is for those who live and breathe creativity. The college strives to change the music industry for the better, focuses on music and creative industries and provides a collaborative environment. You’ll work alongside passionate peers and experienced professionals in small groups to refine your craft and turn your passion into a rewarding career.

Modules

Year 1
Year 2
Year 3

Assessments

You will study and learn among academics who are active researchers, specialists in their fields, and enthusiastic about their subjects. Our teaching methods will equip you with the knowledge, opportunities and support you require to grow and flourish in a global workplace. We employ a range of teaching techniques, including:
  • Lectures 
  • Presentations
  • Essays
  • Practical work
  • Workshops and tutorials 
  • Computer laboratories 
  • Supervisions 
  • Composition and practical examinations

Entry requirements

Fees & funding

Course fee per year: £9,250 The Tuition Fee of the course may vary depending on the institution you wish to study at, as well as your status in the UK. The course is available for UK/EU & International Students and eligible for Student Loans Company (SLC) funding to help cover the cost of your tuition fees and other expenses. If you are an UK/EU citizen or living in the UK on an Indefinite stay, apart from the tuition fees, you could also receive support from the government via Student Loans Company to cover some living costs while studying. The maintenance loan depends on each individual's circumstances.
Fees breakdown:
Tuition fee loans cover the full cost of your course and are paid directly to the course provider.
Student Finance has to be paid back, however, you only make Student Loan repayments once you've left your course AND are earning enough. Repayments vary with your salary, and stop altogether if your income drops too low.
Maintenance Loan pays for day-to-day living expenses like rent, bills, food and books. Unlike the fees loan, it's paid directly to your student bank account once a term and you can spend it on anything you like.
Students can also apply for other types of special support grants, such as childcare grants or Disabled Students' Allowance if eligible.
Moreover, almost all universities offer a selection of student bursaries. These are cash gifts you usually don't have to repay.
Please submit an enquiry to find out more or use our calculator to estimate how much Maintenance Loan you can get and how much you will have to repay per month once you finish your course.
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Study & Career progression

This course is meant to provide you with the skills, theoretical knowledge, and connections needed to pursue a long-term career in music. The following are some of the potential career paths:

  • Music recording and production 
  • Audio software development 
  • Sound for film 
  • Music performance 
  • Music management 
  • Composition and songwriting 
  • Research and academia

At the same time, you could also continue your studies, specialising in an area of interest or exploring something new. See our postgraduate courses.

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