BA (Hons) Commercial Music Production
Key details
Award
Degree of Bachelor of Arts
UCAS Course Code
M003
Fees
£8,500 per year
Awarding Body
University of East Anglia
Course Length
3 years
Course Start Date
September 2026
Course overview
The BA (Hons) Commercial Music Production degree gives you the tools, confidence and creative vision to make your mark in today’s music industry.
You’ll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of modern production – from recording and mixing to composing, mastering, and launching music commercially.
Our course blends technical mastery with creative innovation. You’ll explore multiple genres and technologies while developing your own professional identity as a producer, composer, or artist.
You’ll have access to our brand-new studios and edit suites, and our teaching team of practising professionals will support you in shaping your career goals right from your first year.
Why study with us?
Small class sizes with experienced tutors guiding your learning
State-of-the-art recording studios, editing suites, and industry-standard software
Strong links with local employers and those in the music industry
What you’ll study
In your first year, you’ll learn the essential building blocks of music creation and production. Explore studio techniques, music theory, songwriting and digital tools while building your first creative portfolio. Modules include:
- The Creative Industries
- Music Theory in Practice
- Studio Production Techniques
- Songwriting Techniques
- Mixing Techniques
- Electronic Music Production Techniques
In your second year, you will apply your technical and creative skills to more advanced projects. Experiment with sound design, production techniques and collaborative work while exploring industry research. Modules include:
- Personal Project
- Specialist Subject Report
- Advanced Mixing and Mastering
- Sound Design
- Specialist Subject Project
In your third and final year of study, you will refine your professional identity and prepare for a creative career. Produce a final professional project, develop your showreel, and learn how to market yourself in the competitive music industry. Modules include:
- Professional Project
- Dissertation
- Sound Arts
- Self-promotion and Marketing
Future careers
Graduates of BA (Hons) Commercial Music Production could progress to an exciting range of roles across the creative industries, including:
MUSIC PRODUCER
Salary: £25,000-£85,000+
RECORDING ENGINEER
Salary: £20,000-£60,000+
COMPOSER/SONGWRITER
Salary: £14,000-£40,000+
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Facilities
With state-of-the-art recording studios and dedicated edit suites, our facilities are designed to mirror professional studio environments, with industry-standard equipment. These study areas are available beyond timetabled hours, allowing you to refine your skills and develop your projects independently.
Explore our creative resources in more detail using our interactive 3D map:
Hear from our students
Sarah Meyer
Joseph Winter
Jack Culpin
Fees and entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 points
A Level: CCC
UAL Extended Diploma: MMM
L3 National Ext. Diploma: MMM
Students not meeting exact requirements can be assessed on a case-by-case basis, particularly where industry experience is evident. Mature applicant with relevant experience who can provide evidence of a potential benefit from the programme.
Tuition Fees
This course is £8,500 per year. Find out how to secure student finance here.
Course Related Costs
Please see the Course Factsheet for details on other course-related costs.
Funding and Bursaries
Please see Additional Funding and Bursaries for more information.
Click here to view the full Course Factsheet.
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How to apply
Apply for this course through the University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), using the UCAS Hub. UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for the full-time undergraduate courses at University and Colleges in the United Kingdom.
Please search for ‘West Suffolk College‘ as the institution name on UCAS.
Progressing students at Eastern Education Group
If you are already a student within the Eastern Education Group (West Suffolk College, Abbeygate Sixth Form College or One Sixth Form College), or have been within the last three years, you can apply directly through our Internal Application Form and save up to £1,000 off your first-year tuition fees*.