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Creative Arts (Music Production)

  • FD
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Calderdale College Main Site
Awarded by:
The Open University
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Course summary

quip yourself for the rapidly evolving music and media industries with our Creative Arts (Music Production) Foundation Degree’.

Access state-of-the-art facilities and cutting-edge technology while studying engaging modules under the mentorship of seasoned industry professionals. Immerse yourself in creating sound effects for video games, recording bands in our fully equipped studios, and producing content for livestream shows.

Our curriculum focuses on practical and transferable skills essential in today’s dynamic media landscape.

You’ll explore sound design, audio engineering, music composition and media production, ensuring a versatile skill set. Hands-on experience with industry-standard software and hardware prepares you for real-world challenges.

By the end of the program, you’ll be ready to pursue various roles within the music and media sectors, from sound designer and studio engineer to music producer and media content creator. Join us and take the first step towards an exciting career in the modern media world.

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Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Calderdale College Main Site

Study options

  • FD • Full-time • 2 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
8H75
Institution code:
C02
Campus name:
Calderdale College Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2

How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
8H75
Institution code:
C02
Campus name:
Calderdale College Main Site
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements for advanced entry (i.e. into Year 2 and beyond)

Applications for RPL (RPEL or RPCL) will be considered where relevant experience or learning can be demonstrated, and the University Centre process has been satisfactorily completed.

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
56 points

You will normally require one of the following: BTEC National Certificate or BTEC National Diploma in a related subject, 2 A Level passes or 1 A Level pass with four GCSE grades A-C or 9 – 4 including English and Maths or relevant work experience.

You will be interviewed, where you will be expected to demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to the course.

A level
CD

One of which to be related to the subject area.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP

Access to HE Diploma
P: 45 credits

Scottish Higher
Not accepted

Historical entry grades data

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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Additional fee information

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