12 monthsProgramme duration
Sep-2026Starting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Advance your career as a professional music producer through intensive studio work, professional development, and industry-focused learning. Our MA Music Production combines advanced music production techniques with essential business knowledge, preparing you for success in today's music industry. You will learn how to enhance your music production skills, carefully refining your approaches to become more productive, and gain a highly sophisticated understanding of the mixing and mastering process. You will have opportunities to explore new or established areas of your creative practice, pushing boundaries and achieving innovative results. You will also focus on your development as a professional music producer, focusing on exploiting opportunities and planning your career, leading on to a large scale creative project in which you will choose a specialist focus.
Why choose this course?
Professional Production Skills: Develop advanced techniques in our industry-standard studios, with expert guidance on both creative and technical aspects of production
Specialist Focus: Shape your studies around your career goals through flexible modules and a self-directed final project
Industry Integration: Connect with active professionals through our guest lecture program, featuring insights from successful producers, engineers, and music industry experts
Business Ready: Build essential knowledge in project management, client relationships, and marketing strategies for a sustainable career
Creative Community: Work alongside fellow producers and audio professionals at one of of our specialist campuses in Bristol, Manchester, and Plymouth
In addition, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts through regular guest lectures and have access to our video archive of past guest speakers.
Looking for a more flexible option?
Study this course fully online through dBs Online.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Music
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Advance your career as a professional music producer through intensive studio work, professional development, and industry-focused learning. Our MA Music Production combines advanced music production techniques with essential business knowledge, preparing you for success in today's music industry. You will learn how to enhance your music production skills, carefully refining your approaches to become more productive, and gain a highly sophisticated understanding of the mixing and mastering process. You will have opportunities to explore new or established areas of your creative practice, pushing boundaries and achieving innovative results. You will also focus on your development as a professional music producer, focusing on exploiting opportunities and planning your career, leading on to a large scale creative project in which you will choose a specialist focus.
Why choose this course?
Professional Production Skills: Develop advanced techniques in our industry-standard studios, with expert guidance on both creative and technical aspects of production
Specialist Focus: Shape your studies around your career goals through flexible modules and a self-directed final project
Industry Integration: Connect with active professionals through our guest lecture program, featuring insights from successful producers, engineers, and music industry experts
Business Ready: Build essential knowledge in project management, client relationships, and marketing strategies for a sustainable career
Creative Community: Work alongside fellow producers and audio professionals at one of of our specialist campuses in Bristol, Manchester, and Plymouth
In addition, you'll have the opportunity to learn from industry experts through regular guest lectures and have access to our video archive of past guest speakers.
Looking for a more flexible option?
Study this course fully online through dBs Online.
Admission Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for these courses, however we do ask that applicants have at least a GCSE in English Grade 4/c or an equivalent qualification. If you do not have this qualification you will be required to complete an Initial Assessment to ensure you have the necessary skills to succeed on the Access to HE Diploma.
After application our Admissions team will call you to discuss your suitability. Suitable applicants will be invited to interview where you will have the opportunity to share your background and passion for the subject.
1 Year
Sep-2026
Scholarships
Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.
To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:
How to get a full scholarship
Looking for a fully-funded scholarship to see you into university? Find out how to boost your chances of getting one.
By Sabrina Collier
Updated Aug 27, 2026
1.0M
2247
Scholarships to study abroad
Find scholarships to study abroad with our lists of international scholarships – categorized by country, by subject, and by type of student.
By Staff Writer
Updated Aug 21, 2024
514.7K
790
Scholarship Applications: Frequently Asked Questions
Get answers to all your questions about scholarship applications, including tips on how to find scholarships and chances of success.
By Laura Tucker
Updated Aug 14, 2021
229.3K
337
More programmes from the university
Postgrad Programmes
15202
Get closer to your dream programme
Your consent preferences have been set.
Time to start exploring.
Your account has been removed.
You can still browse the site or sign up again once you have parental consent.
Get closer to your dream programme