Music BA (Hons)
Bangor , United Kingdom
Music BA (Hons)
Prifysgol Bangor University
Music
Music BA (Hons) Program Overview
The Music BA (Hons) at Bangor University is a deliberately versatile degree designed to equip you with a balanced mix of academic, creative, and practical skills. You will be taught by renowned composers, performers, and musicologists who encourage you to explore the connections between musicology, performance, and composition and how they relate to wider culture and society.
The program offers a broad study of music, combining practical skills with academic understanding across various musical genres, history, and theory. The course structure allows you to explore composition, music technology, and contemporary practices, giving you well-rounded knowledge and skills applicable to the music industry.
Unlike the BMus degree, the BA Music course includes optional modules from other subjects, broadening your educational experience and career prospects. You will have access to outstanding facilities including recording studios, professional concert halls, and performance spaces that support hands-on learning and creativity.
Key Program Highlights
- Flexible degree structure allowing you to tailor the course to your interests and strengths with optional modules from other subjects
- Access to two dedicated music buildings, two professional concert halls, and four electroacoustic composition and recording studios with 24-hour access
- Taught by internationally renowned composers, performers, musicologists, and researchers with world-leading creative practice
- Vibrant music-making community with opportunities to join the University Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Choir, Opera, Concert Band, and more
Curriculum and Modules
The Music BA (Hons) curriculum engages you with musical theory and practice from modal polyphony to electroacoustic composition. You will use this broad framework as a launch pad for developing your own expertise in musicology, performance, or composition, while also having the freedom to choose modules from other disciplines.
Music Theory and Analysis
20 creditsDevelop a thorough understanding of music theory, harmonic analysis, and structural principles across a range of musical periods and styles.
Musicology and Music History
20 creditsExplore the history and development of Western music including classical, popular, and Welsh musical traditions, examining cultural and social contexts.
Composition
20 creditsGuided by renowned composers, develop your own compositional skills across a range of styles and media, including opportunities for student works to be performed.
Solo Performance
20 creditsDevelop your instrumental or vocal performance abilities through an innovative combination of individual tuition, workshops, and masterclasses.
Electroacoustic Music and Music Technology
20 creditsExplore interactions between live music and electronics, learning to use state-of-the-art studio technology for composition and sound design.
Final Year Specialist Project
40 creditsUndertake an extended independent project in your chosen specialism, whether in musicology, composition, or performance, demonstrating advanced skills and critical thinking.
Elective Modules
Admission Requirements
Bangor University welcomes applications from students with a wide range of qualifications and backgrounds, considering each application individually. Music applicants may be asked to attend an interview and the ability to read staff notation is required for all Music courses. Contact Uni4Edu to discuss your eligibility and begin your application.
Academic Requirements
- Tariff Points128-120 UCAS Tariff points from Level 3 qualifications
- A-Level MusicGrade B in Music A-Level or equivalent Level 3 music qualification
- Alternative Music QualificationMerit in ABRSM/Trinity/LCM/Rockschool Grade 5 Theory or Grade 7 Practical, or IB Higher in Music
- International BaccalaureateContact Uni4Edu for equivalent IB requirements
- International QualificationsSchool leaving qualifications equivalent to A-Levels accepted from countries worldwide
English Language Requirements
- IELTSOverall 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5
- TOEFL iBTContact Uni4Edu for accepted TOEFL scores
- Other TestsEquivalent scores from other recognised English language tests may be accepted
Required Documents
Application Deadlines
For personalized admission guidance, document verification, and application support, please contact Uni4Edu
Scholarships and Funding
Bangor University offers bursaries and scholarships worth over GBP 1,000,000 for new and returning students. International students are automatically considered for several funding opportunities when they apply through Uni4Edu, and there are also music-specific awards available.
International Scholarship
Up to GBP 4,000Available to all international undergraduate applicants. No separate application is required — all eligible students are automatically considered based on course choice, academic performance, and personal statement. Contact Uni4Edu for current details.
Merit Scholarship
Up to GBP 10,000Awarded to outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement. Applicants are assessed through the Entrance Scholarship examination. Contact Uni4Edu for eligibility criteria.
For detailed tuition fee information, please contact Uni4Edu — we will guide you through the costs and available funding options for this program.
Career Prospects
A Music degree from Bangor University opens the door to a wide variety of career paths both within and beyond the music industry. The program sharpens your memory, encourages teamwork, provides a creative outlet, and equips you with professional skills appropriate to a broad range of careers.
Potential Career Roles
Types of Employers
Rankings and Recognition
Bangor University has been delivering academic excellence for over 140 years and is consistently recognised in major national and international rankings. In the REF2021, 85% of research at Bangor was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent, reflecting the quality of scholarship that underpins its teaching.
| Subject | Ranking Body | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Agriculture and Forestry | QS World by Subject | Top 150 |
| Psychology | QS World by Subject | Top 350 |
| Environmental Sciences | QS World by Subject | Top 350 |
| Music | WhatUni Student Rankings | #15 of 101 |
How to Apply
Applying for this program is easy with Uni4Edu. Our team will guide you through every step of the process — from document preparation to final enrolment.
Contact Uni4Edu
Reach out to our team via email or phone. We will assess your profile and confirm your eligibility for this program.
Prepare Your Documents
Our advisors will provide you with a personalised checklist of required documents and help you prepare your application package.
Submit Your Application
Uni4Edu will submit your application on your behalf and keep you updated on its progress throughout the review period.
Receive Your Offer
Once accepted, we will help you understand your offer, arrange visa support if needed, and guide you through the enrolment process.
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