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Modern Music Performance (Level 4 / 5 Foundation Degree Open University)
Open University
Music
Important Message
Applications for Further Education courses 25/26 Now CLOSED!
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CourseCampusTypeStart DateFees
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Course: Open University Level 4 / 5 Foundation Degree Modern Music PerformanceCampus: Strand RoadType: Full TimeStart Date: 01/09/2025Fees:
£2,500 per annum (subject to change)CLOSED
Course Offering
- Site location Strand Road
Course Modules
- The Music Entrepreneur
- Advanced Performance & Composition
- Work based Learning
- Music Industry Fundamentals
- Performance Techniques
- Composition Techniques
- Marketing and promotion
- Creative research
- Professional development
- Music industry
- (Optional) : Fundamentals of composition
- (Optional) : Composing using technology
- (Optional) : Applied music theory
- (Optional) : Performing
- (Optional) : Songwriting
- (Optional) : Advanced performance skills
- (Optional) : Live arrangement skills
- (Optional) : Project management
- (Optional) : Composing to a brief
- (Optional) : Musicology
Entry Requirements
UK Requirements
48 UCAS Points and GCSE English and Maths Grade C or above or equivalent plus satisfactory standard achieved at mandatory interview / audition.ROI Requirements
48 UCAS Points and OLC English and Maths Grade O4 or above or equivalent plus satisfactory standard achieved at mandatory interview / audition.Additional Requirements Prior to Entry
Interview Required
Work Placement
N/A
What's Next?
Further Study
Upon completion of the foundation degree students will be able to progress to the top up program at NWRC which will result in a full honours degree. Students also have the option to progress to top up at other universities or colleges.Career Prospects
The course provides invaluable experiences working in real life scenarios that will prepare graduates for work in the industry as session musicians, music producers, sound engineers, teachers, managers, composers and more.Enquiry
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I completed two 3-month work placements in Belgium and Fuerteventura with the Erasmus+ programme. I was so grateful for the opportunity as it allowed me to gain valuable industry knowledge and experience. I’ve currently been offered a 6-month position in Turkey as a Holiday Rep with TUI.Daria Hrywniak (Hospitality & Tourism Management) -
I've won 11 awards at independent film festivals, including Best Director and Best Short Film. The support I received at NWRC gave me the confidence to pursue my passion.Ryan O'Connor (Media)