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GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) including English Language
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About this course
There are many examples of 21st century musicians who are able to cross from one type of music to another and draw upon a wide range of contrasting practice in their work. At York St John we believe the study of music should be eclectic and embrace the widest variety of musical genres; this is not a course about classical music or rock music, it is a degree programme which allows you to experience a broad spectrum of musical activity in which you will study and perform music of all types. Our degree provides a relevant, contemporary and challenging programme of study which crosses musical boundaries and equips you with the diverse range of skills which are essential for today’s musicians. Music pervades every aspect of our culture and it surrounds us as we go about our daily lives. We live in an age when there is easy access to music from all times, in all styles and from all around the world. Technological developments make it possible for us to create new music at the touch of a button and as the barriers between genres are broken down, composers and performers have access to new audiences. As a subject, music offers unique opportunities to engage in new creative projects and to work with young people and community groups. The teaching of music is led by practice, whether in performing, composing, listening or understanding and you will gain considerable insight from this ‘hands on’ approach to learning. We are looking for open minded, creative musicians with strong practical skills and the potential to succeed.
Modules
Modules may include: Level 1: Vox; Drumming; Music Skills; Perspectives on Music. Level 2: Ensemble Performance; Improvisation; Composition; Solo Performance; Film Music; Music in Education & Lifelong Learning; Community Music; Experiments in Music; Sounds New Approaching the Contemporary. Level 3: Enterprise & Employability in Music; Advanced Solo Performance; Advanced Composition; Community & Wellbeing; Ensembles & Leadership; Collaborative Project; Dissertation.
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What do graduate employment figures really tell you?Music is a popular degree subject and a little over 4,600 degrees were awarded to UK graduates in 2015. Most were working after six months — but postgraduate study (usually continuing with music) is quite common and a lot of graduates go into music teaching, often as freelance or travelling music teachers of particular instruments. Obviously, many music graduates get work as musicians as well, or work as sound recordists and in similar technical roles. Music is important in advertising and so a lot of graduates go into this industry, and management is also a popular job role for music graduates. There's also a niche for music graduates wanting to work in IT and computing, particularly with web applications. Because a lot of musician work is temporary or freelance, the most common way for new graduates to get jobs as musicians is through their own contacts, so learning how to make good use of networks and contacts might help in your career.
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