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Start Date
January, May or September
Duration
with Integrated Foundation Year
FT: 4 Year
Institution Code
L83
UCAS Code
Y310
Course Fulltimefees
£9,535 per year
COURSE OVERVIEW
LCCM’s new BA (Hons) Commercial Music provides a comprehensive award for modern music makers with pathways suited to solo vocalists and rappers, DIY producers, ambitious DIY artists and creative executives. The new degree combines the best knowledge and expertise from LCCM’s long running music performance & production degree but with less emphasis on music theory and traditional instrumentation. The programme combines core and optional modules that are almost all cross-programme enabling students to meet and collaborate with peers on the other music and music business programmes at LCCM.
The course aims to deliver LCCM expertise and experience in artist development and contemporary music making to the modern music maker and creative entrepreneur in all their forms. The course will appeal to solo artists and producers as well as hands-on A&R and creative entrepreneurs who want to learn essential knowledge & skills in both the recording and releasing of contemporary music.
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ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- LEVEL 4 ENTRY (3 YEAR DEGREE):
- LEVEL 4 ENTRY (3 YEAR DEGREE):
- Calculate your UCAF TARIFF POINTS
- 96 UCAS points from accepted Level 3 qualifications, or equivalent experience
- 4 GCSEs grade C/4 including English or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills)
- Successful audition and interview
In addition to your application entry onto the programme will be determined by your audition and interview. All applicants meeting the minimum entry requirements and whose application demonstrates the capability to complete this programme will be offered an audition.
Please click here to see the Audition Guidelines document for this Programme.
- 48 UCAS points from accepted Level 3 qualifications, or equivalent experience
- 4 GCSEs grade C/4 including English or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills)
- Successful audition and interview
In addition to your application entry onto the programme will be determined by your audition and interview. All applicants meeting the minimum entry requirements and whose application demonstrates the capability to complete this programme will be offered an audition.
Please click here to see the Audition Guidelines document for this Programme.
Use our basic tariff points table below to calculate how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth. Please note that this UCAS tariff table is an indicative guide only.
For a complete list of qualifications, please refer to the UCAS Tariff Points Calculator.
| A Level | UCAS Points | AS Level | UCAS Points |
| A* | 56 | – | – |
| A | 48 | A | 20 |
| B | 40 | B | 16 |
| C | 32 | C | 12 |
| D | 24 | D | 10 |
| E | 16 | E | 6 |
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
- LEARNING OUTCOMES
- FOUNDATION YEAR
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- SKILLS
- YOUR FUTURE
- FOUNDATION YEAR
- BA DEGREE
- Collaborate. Network. Create.
- Extracurricular activities
Knowledge & Understanding
- Culture & Context: Identify opportunities through investigation into new and existing cultural trends, genres and consumer needs
- Industry know-how: Design innovative and effective solutions to meet current or future opportunities in the music and entertainment industry, respecting any intellectual property rights and securing appropriate commercial terms
Cognitive Skills
- Evaluation: Integrate advanced skills, techniques and procedures in a range of tasks.
- Analysis: Evidence the viability or suitability of your insights and solutions through critical reflection and systematic appraisal of a wide range of sources or body of evidence.
Practical Skills
- Research: Defend creative or business decisions using appropriate primary and secondary sources, and academic conventions.
- Communication: Inspire your audience with elegant, original and convincing delivery to captivate their attention
Key Life Skills
- Professionalism: Evaluate industry standards in the context of innovative practice, opportunity and mutually beneficial relationships.
- Plan: Create strategies for success within the context of an unpredictable market and profession, where goals and deadlines can demand revision and flexibility
SEMESTER 1
Optional modules
- Essential Study Skills & Academic Writing
- Digital Audio Workstations
- Music Business Studies
- Instrumental/Vocal Skills 1
- Ensemble Skills 1
- Music Theory 1
- Music Industry Language & Tech
SEMESTER 2
Optional Modules
- Filesharing, Fisticuffs & The Philosophy Of Copyright
- Introducing Studio Craft
- Instrumental/ Vocal Skills 2
- Ensemble Skills 2
- Music Theory 2
- Establishing A Web Presence
- Social Media Storie
SEMESTER 1
Compulsory modules
- History Of Pop: Cultural Context
- Music Industry Landscape
Optional Modules
- Music Programming 1
- Vocal Performance: Technical & Group Harmony
- The Streaming Economy
- Songwriting & Collaborative Practice
SEMESTER 2
Compulsory Modules
- Music Programming 1
Or - Music Programming 2
- Music Industry News (Compulsory Option1)
Or - Digital Trends (Compulsory Option 2)
Optional Modules
- History Of Pop: Crate Digging
- Mix Concepts
- Artist Development
- Rights & Royalties: Labels & Publishing
- Vocal Performance: Band & Harmony Performance
SEMESTER 1
Compulsory modules
- Artist Branding & Audience Development
Optional Modules
- Entertainment Law & Litigation
- Music Programming 3: Sound Design
- Audio Mastering
- Vocal Performance: Musical Identity
- Online Exploitation & Royalty Collection
SEMESTER 2
Compulsory Modules
- Ticketing & Touring
Or - Songwriting & Vocal Performance
Optional Modules
- Music Programming 4: Contemporary Electronica
- Growth Hacking
- Live Sound
- International Exploitation & Royalty Collection
SEMESTER 1
Compulsory modules
- Artist Management Project
OR
- The Professional Performer
Optional Modules
- Professional Identity
- Composing For Media (Broadcast)
- Entertainment Science
SEMESTER 2
Compulsory Modules
- Ticketing & Touring
OR
- Professional Portfolio
Optional Modules
- Content Creation & Livestreaming
- Composing For Media (Film)
- Data Insights & Communication
Generic Skills in Core Modules
- Communication
- Personal Management
- Collaboration
- Research
- Analysis
- Career Planning
- Critical Thinking & Research Skills
- Academic and Business Writing & Editing
Music Industry Careers
The list below shows some of the options available:
• Artist or Performer
• Producer
• A&R/Production Manager
• Creative business owner
• Songwriter
• Programmer
• Event manager
• Executive, Manager, Administrator, Officer in the music or wider entertainment industry
Other Careers
• Digital Marketing
• Executive, Manager, Administrator, Officers in any business
• Project Manager
The Foundation Year, if taken as part of the 4 year degree, is designed for candidates just starting in their musical journeys, ideally with a couple of tracks, events or relevant qualifications under their belt. Core modules in academic skills and an introduction to music technology and copyright law will ensure you are ready to continue your studies at Level 4 and throughout the rest of the degree. This is a good level to try out optional modules in performance, recording, music theory or music marketing and find the right fit for you.
LCCM’s new BA Commercial Music degree provides a comprehensive but customisable award for Commercial Music students with optional pathways suited to solo vocalists and rappers, electronic and hip-hop producers, ambitious DIY artists, hands-on A&R or executive producers. The new degree combines the best knowledge and expertise from LCCM’s long running music performance & production degree combined with elements of music business and computer based recording techniques. In keeping with trends in the industry and marketplace there is less emphasis on music theory and original instrumentation. The programme brings together core and optional modules that are nearly all cross-programme with other degrees at LCCM enabling modern music makers to meet and collaborate with peers across the college.
Throughout the course, you will be encouraged to collaborate with your peers, students on other degrees at LCCM and the wider creative community. As you build a network of talented, creative and ambitious musicians and entrepreneurs, you will be given the opportunity and support to put what you are learning into practice in the real world. This will include periods of work-based learning within industry organisations or time spent immersed in an entrepreneurial project.
Being in the heart of London, we have close links to industry and have dedicated staff looking to match students with opportunities from our partners and industry network.
The LCCM student body is a highly creative community and we encourage students to network internally, creating events and activities themselves. The student committee organises student social and open events in our Music Box venue and performance rooms. We have many activities that occur throughout the year, including industry guest masterclasses for the whole college and weekly workshops such as Songwriting, Programming, Instrumental group lessons, Choir to open jams are offered to compliment your studies. These workshops also gives you the opportunity to experiment with new musical ideas, to improve your music skills and knowledge in a relaxed and informal setting.
We encourage students to attend industry networking events and conferences, especially those that happen in London. The Music Box venue regularly hosts gatherings with some of the most influential industry organisations including UK Music, the BPI, the Ivors Academy, the Student Radio Association/Student Music Network and the Featured Artists Coalition. We are an official venue for BBC Introducing Live in 2022.
EXPERIENCE LCCM IN PERSON
Visiting LCCM in person is the best way to discover why it’s the perfect place for your music journey. During an open day or personal visit, you’ll meet our expert advisors, explore our state-of-the-art facilities, and experience the vibrant, creative energy that defines our campus.
MEET AN ADVISOR
Tour the building and get advice on your studies and career direction. In-person, online and phone call options available.
JOIN AN OPEN DAY
Book your place at our next Open Day and find out more about LCCM and why it’s the place to be.
If you have any questions regarding LCCM, please call us on 020 3535 1080 or e-mail us at contact@lccm.org.uk or complete the form on this page and we will get back to you shortly.