36 monthsProgramme duration
19,000 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
BMus
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
At Bangor, making music and understanding music go hand in hand. Studying our BMus (Hons) Music degree you will be taught by world-renowned composers, performers and musicologists, who will encourage you to explore the connections between all three fundamental aspects of musical study.
You can explore the history and development of your favourite genres, discover new styles and repertoires, and learn more about the art and craft of music. Taking part in regular workshops, guest talks, performances and concerts will improve your skills as a musician, performer, composer or musicologist. Take advantage of our close links with leading organisations such as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Venue Cymru and Ensemble Cymru.
In addition to the University’s Symphony Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Choir, String Orchestra, Concert Band, and Jazz Band, we run a range of specialist ensembles. We also offer an excellent range of instruments and equipment, including a full-size organ, chamber organ, several harpsichords, harps, and Steinway grand pianos.
Our extensive music facilities on campus include two professional standard concert halls, rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, and four electroacoustic composition and recording studios. You will also have access to dedicated performance and rehearsal spaces in the Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre.
What is the difference between the BA and BMus?
Here at Bangor University, the BA (Hons) Music and BMus (Hons) degrees are both specialist degrees in Music. The essential difference between them is that students taking the BMus (Hons) do 100% of their modules in Music, with a large choice of specialist options in Years 2 and 3. Students following the BA (Hons) Music can either do all of their modules in Music or may elect each year to do up to one third of their modules in other subjects.
You can explore the history and development of your favourite genres, discover new styles and repertoires, and learn more about the art and craft of music. Taking part in regular workshops, guest talks, performances and concerts will improve your skills as a musician, performer, composer or musicologist. Take advantage of our close links with leading organisations such as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Venue Cymru and Ensemble Cymru.
In addition to the University’s Symphony Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Choir, String Orchestra, Concert Band, and Jazz Band, we run a range of specialist ensembles. We also offer an excellent range of instruments and equipment, including a full-size organ, chamber organ, several harpsichords, harps, and Steinway grand pianos.
Our extensive music facilities on campus include two professional standard concert halls, rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, and four electroacoustic composition and recording studios. You will also have access to dedicated performance and rehearsal spaces in the Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre.
What is the difference between the BA and BMus?
Here at Bangor University, the BA (Hons) Music and BMus (Hons) degrees are both specialist degrees in Music. The essential difference between them is that students taking the BMus (Hons) do 100% of their modules in Music, with a large choice of specialist options in Years 2 and 3. Students following the BA (Hons) Music can either do all of their modules in Music or may elect each year to do up to one third of their modules in other subjects.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
BMus
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
At Bangor, making music and understanding music go hand in hand. Studying our BMus (Hons) Music degree you will be taught by world-renowned composers, performers and musicologists, who will encourage you to explore the connections between all three fundamental aspects of musical study.
You can explore the history and development of your favourite genres, discover new styles and repertoires, and learn more about the art and craft of music. Taking part in regular workshops, guest talks, performances and concerts will improve your skills as a musician, performer, composer or musicologist. Take advantage of our close links with leading organisations such as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Venue Cymru and Ensemble Cymru.
In addition to the University’s Symphony Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Choir, String Orchestra, Concert Band, and Jazz Band, we run a range of specialist ensembles. We also offer an excellent range of instruments and equipment, including a full-size organ, chamber organ, several harpsichords, harps, and Steinway grand pianos.
Our extensive music facilities on campus include two professional standard concert halls, rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, and four electroacoustic composition and recording studios. You will also have access to dedicated performance and rehearsal spaces in the Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre.
What is the difference between the BA and BMus?
Here at Bangor University, the BA (Hons) Music and BMus (Hons) degrees are both specialist degrees in Music. The essential difference between them is that students taking the BMus (Hons) do 100% of their modules in Music, with a large choice of specialist options in Years 2 and 3. Students following the BA (Hons) Music can either do all of their modules in Music or may elect each year to do up to one third of their modules in other subjects.
You can explore the history and development of your favourite genres, discover new styles and repertoires, and learn more about the art and craft of music. Taking part in regular workshops, guest talks, performances and concerts will improve your skills as a musician, performer, composer or musicologist. Take advantage of our close links with leading organisations such as the BBC National Orchestra of Wales, Music Theatre Wales, Venue Cymru and Ensemble Cymru.
In addition to the University’s Symphony Chorus, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Choir, String Orchestra, Concert Band, and Jazz Band, we run a range of specialist ensembles. We also offer an excellent range of instruments and equipment, including a full-size organ, chamber organ, several harpsichords, harps, and Steinway grand pianos.
Our extensive music facilities on campus include two professional standard concert halls, rehearsal spaces, practice rooms, and four electroacoustic composition and recording studios. You will also have access to dedicated performance and rehearsal spaces in the Pontio Arts and Innovation Centre.
What is the difference between the BA and BMus?
Here at Bangor University, the BA (Hons) Music and BMus (Hons) degrees are both specialist degrees in Music. The essential difference between them is that students taking the BMus (Hons) do 100% of their modules in Music, with a large choice of specialist options in Years 2 and 3. Students following the BA (Hons) Music can either do all of their modules in Music or may elect each year to do up to one third of their modules in other subjects.
Admission Requirements
104+
For all Music courses the ability to read staff notation is required. Points from grade examinations are taken into consideration where appropriate, but are not normally included in the offer.
Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Can be considered in conjunction with grade B in A level Music; or merit in the ABRSM/Trinity/LCM/Rockschool Grade 5 Theory/Grade 7 Practical; or IB Higher in Music.
Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.:
- A Levels: including a grade B in Music (in lieu of Music A-level we will also consider other A-level subjects in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications in Music, or merit in the ABRSM/Trinity/LCM/Rockschool Grade 5 Theory/Grade 7 Practical; or IB Higher in Music.) General Studies and Key Skills not normally accepted.
- BTEC National Extended Diploma in Music: DMM - DDM including a unit demonstrating the ability to read staff notation (We will also consider other BTEC subjects in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications in Music (e.g. A Level Music, IB Higher in Music) or merit in the ABRSM/Trinity/LCM/Rockschool Grade 5 Theory/Grade 7 Practical)
- Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma**: DMM - DDM
- City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080)**: considered on a case-by-case basis
- International Baccalaureate Diploma: including grade H5 in Music**
- Access**: pass required
- Welsh Baccalaureate**: We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications
- T Levels**: T Levels in a relevant subject considered on a case-by-case basis
- Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.
We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.
We also welcome applications from mature learners.
International Candidates: International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements). More information can be found on our International pages.
*For a full list of accepted Level 3 qualifications, go to www.ucas.com.
**Can be considered in conjunction with grade B in A level Music; or merit in the ABRSM/Trinity/LCM/Rockschool Grade 5 Theory/Grade 7 Practical; or IB Higher in Music.
3 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
19,000 GBP
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