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Music Business MA

Ready to shape the future of the music industry? From marketing and publishing to project management, you’ll develop the skills and expertise to work innovatively, ethically and sustainably in the contemporary music business sector.  

Student working a music studio at AMATA

Key details

LocationPenryn Campus
Course Duration1 year
AttendanceFull-time
Subject to validation during this academic year✔

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Introduction

This course is new for September 2021 entry

Working with academics from the Academy of Music & Theatre Arts and the School of Entrepreneurship, you’ll explore new music business models and future-facing practice.

Based in our purpose-built facilities – which include space for gigs, recording, rehearsals and business – you’ll be immersed in a hub of creativity and collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to develop projects with video makers, photographers, fashion designers, graphic designs, dancers and choreographers from across the University. 

You will:

  • Gain skills in marketing, publishing, contracts and project management 
  • Be able to undertake industry-accredited short courses 
  • Learn from lecturers with a wealth of industry experience covering everything from merchandising, music video production and managing micro-labels to international touring and major festivals 
  • Develop critical thinking and creative problem-solving skills and apply this to live music business projects  
  • Have the opportunity to interact with relevant music businesses, festivals, distributors and labels 
  • Have access to the University’s wide range of professional facilities, equipment and creative spaces 

Covid-19 update

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic, we have reviewed and made changes to our courses to provide flexible, blended delivery that offers high-quality digital engagement and access to face-to-face teaching in our facilities. You can see how your course may be adjusted by viewing the changes for the current academic year by visiting our welcome letters & latest course updates page

 

 

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    What our students do

    This course benefits from cross-department delivery. You’ll be based in the vibrant Academy of Music & Theatre Arts and have access to School of Entrepreneurship’s celebrated business expertise. Take a look at the stories below to find out more about the departments’ students, staff and graduates.

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    What our graduates do

    Our graduates could become: 

    • Self-managed musicians  
    • Part of the publishing, copyright & synchronisation sector 
    • Agents or managers 
    • Music supervisors  
    • Digital marketers for the music business 
    • Artist and repertoire representatives 

    Course details

    What you'll learn

    Throughout the year you’ll explore brand, image and marketing and gain an understanding of publishing and income streams for digital and physical releases. You’ll also be challenged to develop disruptive responses to the key issues facing the music business right now. When working on projects, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate across the University – tapping into the wealth of creativity and expertise we have on campus.

    • Study block one
    • Study block two
    • Study block three
    Study block one

    In the first study block, you’ll explore identity, digital marketing and promotion and delve into the complexities of intellectual property in the digital age.  

    Modules

    Byte Me

    You'll examine online identity, digital marketing, engagement and promotion.

    Show Me the Money

    You'll look at the use and exploitation of intellectual property in the digital age, from the live sector to synchronisation.

     

    Study block two

    During study block two, you’ll look at the current issues facing the music industry and develop your project management skills through a collaborative project.

    Modules

    Music Matters

    You'll examine contemporary issues in the music business.

    Collaboration 

    You'll develop your communication and project management skills, working on a collaborative project.

    Study block three

    Your master’s degree will culminate in a final career-launching project that builds on all the skills you’ve developed throughout the course.

    Modules

    Taking Care of Business

    Building on the skills developed throughout the course, your study will culminate in a final project.

    The modules above are those being studied by our students, or proposed new ones. Programme structures and modules can change as part of our curriculum enhancement and review processes. If a certain module is important to you, please discuss it with the course leader.

     

    How you'll learn

    You'll learn through a blend of lectures, workshops and access to key texts and materials that introduce new theories, ideas, tasks and research.  

    Workshops will allow you to undertake real projects under the supervision of our expert staff. Tutorials will give you the opportunity for detailed discussion and guidance.  

    You’ll also take part in student-led seminars, which offer the opportunity to discuss the theory, content, practice and issues emerging from lectures and current business practices.

    Assessment methods

    You'll be assessed through a range of methods including:

    • Written assignments
    • Practical work
    • Presentations
    • Video content

    You’ll also receive regular verbal feedback on your progress throughout each module, via workshops and tutorials. 

    Staff

    Our staff have a wealth and diversity of music industry experience. They’ve collaborated with major and micro festivals and worked on a range of albums, from chart-toppers to limited-edition vinyl pressings. They also have experience of international touring, merchandising, digital marketing, radio and music video production.

    Staff profile
    Staff profile

    Dr Simon Poole

    Course Coordinator & Senior Lecturer: Music, Theatre & Entertainment Management

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    Staff profile
    Staff profile

    Adrian Bossey

    Head of Business & Experience Design

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    Staff profile
    Staff profile

    Helen Worthington

    Senior Lecturer, Experience Design, School of Entrepreneurship

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    Facilities

    From sound studios and photography stores to post-production suites and our professional performance venue, you’ll have access to facilities across the University.  

    • Equipment for small-scale vinyl and cassette manufacture 
    • Professional performance venue hosting visiting artists 
    • Rich library resource including vinyl collection 
    • Film studios, green screen and post-production suites  
    • Working and learning spaces, designed to nurture collaboration 
    • Recording studio complex 
    • High-spec performance studio designed for acoustic music 
    • High-spec studio designed for amplified music 
    • Music practice rooms for bands and solo work 
    • Some of the best studio hardware, software, and collection of microphones in any UK higher education institution 
    • A superb collection of analogue and virtual analogue synths and drum machines 

     

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    How to apply

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    If you have questions about the course, how you'll learn or what funding is available, just click the button below. You'll be able to submit a contact form and we'll get in touch with you as soon as we can.

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    • Entry requirements
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    Entry requirements

    We welcome applications from those with revelant equivalent Level 6 qualifications. Our typical applicants hold an undergraduate degree of 2:2 or above, or equivalent experience and an demonstrable interest in the subject.

    We'll also welcome your application if you have formal or 'certified' learning (such as training courses not run by universities or colleges) and learning from work experience or self-study. This is called Accreditation of Prior Learning (APEL), and should have been gained within the last five years, and be equivalent to the learning outcomes of our minimum entry qualifications.

    APEL applicants using experience to apply should note there is a £200 application fee for entry with advanced standing or with exemption from specific modules or credit.

    Language requirements

    If English isn’t your first language, you'll need to demonstrate English language skills that are sufficiently developed for successful completion of your studies. We accept a range of recognised English language qualifications that are equivalent to the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic minimum score of 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening.

    International applicants who require a student visa to study in the UK must take a recognised language test that is approved and vouched for by the University. Our Applicant Services Team can help with any questions you may have about study visas or suitable language tests.

    What we're looking for

    We’re after Independently-minded innovators that want to shape the future of the music business.

    Fees, costs & funding

    Tuition fees

    • Tuition fees: 2021-22
    Tuition fees: 2021-22

    £8,500 per year - full-time UK (£250 acceptance fee payable. This is deducted from tuition fees)

    £16,950 - full-time EU (acceptance fee up to £1,000 payable, dependent on nationality. This is deducted from tuition fees)

    £16,950 - full-time international (acceptance fee up to £1,000 payable, dependent on nationality. This is deducted from tuition fees)

    Find out more about our Graduate Loyalty Discount for Falmouth Alumni, which offers a reduction in course tuition fees.

    Typical course costs

    To complete your coursework, you’ll require a laptop at an expense of around £1,300.

    If you need to bring other equipment or materials with you, these will be outlined in your Welcome Letter.

    The figures above don't include accommodation and living costs

    Tuition fees are set annually and are subject to review each year. The University may therefore raise tuition fees in the second or subsequent years of a course, in line with inflation and/or the maximum permitted by law or Government policy. Students will be notified of any changes as soon as possible.

    Postgraduate funding

    There are loans, awards and alternative funding sources for postgraduate studies. Read about them on our Postgraduate Funding page.

    Find out about funding

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