Music Production with Foundation Year (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

At Music Production with Foundation Year (Hons) from University of Derby You'll explore the process of sound recording and production, design and build your own sound-making tools, and complete a portfolio of commercial recordings. You'll also develop your awareness of the commercial environment, and how best to promote your music.

Four key reasons to choose this course

• Inspirational facilities - Learn in one of the country’s most advanced university recording studios
• National endorsements - Assessors from JAMES said Derby’s music courses have “a unique personality”
• Graduates with music technology and production skills can look forward to exciting career opportunities in a field which is constantly innovating
• Our course blends the latest production techniques with creative vision and a strong understanding of the commercial environment

Learning Goals

• The course is set in the context of the music industry and the recording studio, covering all aspects of the production process through to the completion of recordings to a commercial standard. Strong employer links are a hallmark of this course. Our staff are actively engaged in projects across the industry, which opens doors for you to work on real-world projects, gain work experience, and hear from visiting performers and industry representatives. We have strong connections with companies such as Avid, Apple music products training division, Focusrite, Oxford Sound & Media, and Yamaha Commercial Audio.