Music (Hons) 

Overview

As a student in Cambridge, you’ll be able to make the most of the city’s music scene, and benefit from our links to local networks such as Cambridge Arts Network and Cambridge Live. From classical music to UK rap, or even film and computer game soundtracks, you’ll be surrounded by collaborative opportunities to explore and expand your style.

As a Music (Hons)  student at Anglia Ruskin University , you’ll discover a wealth of new music. From composition to the history and cultural implications of music, you’ll gain an awareness of many different styles, techniques and approaches that can inform your own music.

Rather than studying music by its historical period or geographical location, you’ll consider its use in different areas of our lives, such as film, technology and education. Whether you’re interested in the music industry, world music, performance art or teaching, you’ll get the chance to develop yourself ready for a career in music.

You’ll also be able to listen to professional musicians on campus every week in our lunchtime concert series, as well as attend workshops, masterclasses and lectures by visiting performers, composers and academics.

Choose to study abroad for one semester and get ongoing support to find work placements, and to gain a broad experience of the music industry.

Careers

Not only will you develop your knowledge of music theory as part of your Music degree, you’ll also be equipped with all of the practical skills that you need for a career in the music industry. You will also get the chance to tailor the course to your future career through our optional modules.

We work with employers to make sure you graduate with the knowledge, skills and abilities they need. They help us review what we teach and how we teach it – and they offer hands-on, practical opportunities to learn through work-based projects, internships or placements.

Many of past students now enjoy successful careers in music – from performers and composers through to music teachers and art administrators.