level up your hnd
BA Popular Music
Delivered in Partnership with UHI Perth
- Level up your HND Music Performance
- Delivered in partnership with UHI Perth
- Learn in our world class production facilities
- Taught by experienced industry professionals
- Fully Funded (If Eligible)
Why Study BA Popular Music at RMC?
This course is co-delivered by Riverside Music College and UHI Perth, with teaching and assessment carried out by staff from both institutions. Successful applicants will be University of Highlands & Islands students hosted at Riverside for this year of study, with data being held as such.
This dynamic course provides students with the experience and knowledge to prepare you for a career in the music Industry. Students benefit from real opportunities, experienced, dedicated staff and strong industry links.
Studying at one of the best equipped music production facilities in Scotland,you will be prepared for working in various sectors of the music industries. Alongside your studies you will have the opportunity to gain performance experience and networking opportunities in venues around Scotland. Our students are regularly offered placements and employment opportunities throughout the course.
Preparing You for a career in the modern music industry…
The teaching teams at Riverside and UHI Perth are all active in their disciplines and, as a result, have strong links with current employers in the music industries within the UK and further afield. These links provide an enhanced educational experience that reflects the contemporary music industries.
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Core modules are:
- Music Research Project 2
- Musicianship 2
- Creative Ensemble Practice 2
Plus optional modules selected from:
- Teaching and Learning Practices 2
- Songwriting and Music Production 2
Entry requirements
HND Music Performance from Riverside Music College with an A or B pass in Graded Unit
OR
HND Music Performance with an A or B pass in Graded unit from an external institution PLUS (on application) candidates must class their main residence in a Glasgow (G1-84, excluding G9, G58, G70, G79) postcode.
Candidates must not be existing students at UHI Perth or have studied at UHI Perth within the previous two years
Duration
One Academic Year
Level up your HND
The BA in Popular Music is open to eligible students who have completed an HND in Music Performance at Riverside Music College and to external applicants who meet our special entry requirements (See below)
The students and Staff of Riverside Music College are held in high regard by Universities and employers; we always aim to deliver the best possible and most relevant learning experience, utilising our extensive equipment and production facilities.
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