CertHE Commercial Music

96 UCAS points from accepted Level 3 qualifications, or equivalent experience
AND
4 GCSEs grade C/4 including English or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills)
AND
Successful interview

All applicants meeting the minimum entry requirements and whose application demonstrates the
capability to complete this programme will be offered an interview.

The course is taught in English. If you are not a native speaker you will need to demonstrate fluency in reading, writing and oral English at interview/application stage.

You may be asked to prove this via a third party test where you should score, as a minimum, the following points: IELTS
5.5 or Duolingo 95

We also welcome applications from mature students (21+ years) and those without formal qualifications but with demonstrable passion for and practical experience in the music industry.

The personal statement is an important part of your application and is your chance to tell us what your aims in the music business are and why it interests you. Your ability to communicate effectively is important, so the quality of your writing is a factor in how we make our decision. In particular, we will be looking for you to show an interest in the music business, demonstrated by one or more of the following:

• enthusiasm for listening to live or recorded music
• reading about music/the music industry
• organising gigs or music events
• using social media to publish or promote music

You may be invited to an interview to assess your eligibility for the course if:

• you have not met the minimum entry criteria but show within your application a strong interest, and promise of ability for the course;

or

• there is insufficient information in your application for us to make a decision.