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Popular Music: Production & Performance (Top-Up)
- BA (Hons)
- 1 Years
- Full-time
- 21/09/2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- The University of Winchester
Course summary
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Learn in industry standard facilities
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Practical course with in-situ workshops
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Develop professional and creative skills in music production
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Top 10 in the UK for Music in The Guardian's Best Universities 2022
This top-up degree allows students who have completed relevant Level 4 and 5 qualifications elsewhere to join the final year of our BA (Hons) Popular Music: Production and Performance, enabling you to gain a full Bachelor's degree in just one academic year
Popular Music: Production & Performance provides you the opportunity to learn in industry-standard facilities and be taught by industry practitioners. The programme embraces a practical approach to learning with a balance of practical workshops and lectures, promoting different learning styles.
You will be studying advanced skills in a range of professional music production and performance techniques. Teaching is designed to prepare you for employment in the music and creative industries whilst encouraging a strong sense of autonomy.
The programme builds on the University’s values, encouraging you to embrace individuality, and staff will support professional and creative development at all stages.
Modules
For detailed information on modules you will be studying please click on the 'View course details' link at the top of this summary box.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BA (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
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:
- W375
- Institution code:
- W76
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Winchester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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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:
- W375
- Institution code:
- W76
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
We accept a wide range of non-UK qualifications and use UK NARIC (National Recognition Information Centre) guidelines to confirm their equivalence.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
Scottish HND
Applications will be considered on an individual basis.
HND (BTEC) - P
Pearson BTEC Higher National in Music (2018). Applications with other HND qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants with a Foundation Degree in a related subject will be considered on an individual basis.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | An overall score of 6.0, including 5.5 in writing is required. If you require Student Visa sponsorship, you will require a minimum of 5.5 in all 4 components. |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
The Discover Winchester Scheme is designed to support applicants from specific backgrounds, who may have faced additional challenges in their lives and might otherwise struggle to access higher education.
Through the scheme we are offering eligible applicants additional support during the application process, a guaranteed interview to an interviewing course (subject to studying relevant subjects), a contextual offer and financial support to attend an Experience Winchester Day.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £16700 | Year 1 |
| International | £16700 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
For further information about any additional costs associated with this course please see the individual course page on the University of Winchester website (www.winchester.ac.uk).
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