Overview

The Music Production and Digital Creativity (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University provides a comprehensive exploration of the technical and theoretical aspects of the modern creative industries. This interdisciplinary programme enables students to master the tools of audio production while investigating how digital technologies expand the potential of traditional art forms. By blending practical studio experience with academic rigour, the curriculum prepares graduates for the rapidly evolving landscape of the digital creative sector.

Why Music Production and Digital Creativity (Hons) at Liverpool Hope University?

Students benefit from the university's location in Liverpool, a world-renowned city for music with a thriving professional scene. The programme is delivered by a professional team active in various production fields, ensuring that teaching remains aligned with current industry standards. Facilities include traditional recording studios and modern, adaptable spaces designed for experimentation. Furthermore, the university maintains strong links with professional organisations such as Liverpool Sound City and Ditto Music, providing students with valuable networking opportunities through guest lecture series featuring industry leaders from XL Records and other innovative firms.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: GBP 15225 per year
National fee: GBP 9790 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is designed to merge traditional music topics with emerging digital practices. Modules may include:

Audio Recording
Mixing
Live Sound
Motion Capture
Interaction Design
Animation
Sound Design
Coding for Creative Purposes
Artist Development

Careers with Music Production and Digital Creativity (Hons)

Graduates are equipped for a variety of roles within the music and digital media industries. The course develops transferable skills suitable for careers in audio engineering, sound design for multimedia, and digital content creation. By focusing on both technical proficiency and a sustainable creative approach, the programme supports students in entering the professional music industry or pursuing roles in graphic design, gaming, and the wider creative arts sector.

Programme Structure

An introduction to digital creativity through learning about key practitioners and practices that have demonstrated avenues in the ways digital technologies enrich the creative potential of traditional practices, and interpreting the notions of 'interactivity' and 'user experience' through digital tools.
In the second year, students will learn how to work closely with other practitioners in collaborative environments, and develop hybrid forms of audience and performer experiences, working across a variety of digital creative platforms.
In their final year, students will be able to evidence their proficiency in varying performance technologies and possess the ability to develop creative and original applications for them in their work.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

The deadline for applications is usually January 15th each year, but applications after this date may be considered if you are a UK or EU student.

Language

English

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120

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Music Management of Creative Industries View 367 other Bachelors in Music in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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60

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59

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120

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-Levels - BCC
UCAS Tariff Points - 104 UCAS Tariff points must come from a minimum of two A Levels (or equivalent). Additional points can be made up from a range of alternative qualifications
BTEC - DMM
Access to HE - 104 Tariff Points
IB - 24
Irish Leaving Certificate - 104 Tariff Points from Higher Level qualifications only
Welsh Baccalaureate - This qualification can only be accepted in conjunction with other relevant qualifications
T-Levels - Merit
Subject Requirements - A creative subject to the equivalent of A Level is required. An A Level in computer science would also be beneficial. All applicants are required to submit a digital portfolio of your work.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

15225 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Liverpool

United Kingdom

556 - 1035 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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