The BA (Hons) Popular and Commercial Music at the University of South Wales is designed for aspiring musicians and industry professionals eager to explore and shape the diverse landscape of contemporary music. You will delve into various sub-genres, from electronica to folk and urban, with a strong emphasis on developing your unique artistic voice through songwriting, performance, and studio production. This undergraduate degree is ideal for students who thrive on collaboration, experimentation, and wish to gain practical skills directly applicable to the dynamic music industry and wider creative sectors.
This full-time, on-campus degree, studied over three years, immerses you in practical music-making and industry experience. You will engage with modules covering song analysis, music theory, songwriting, live performance, studio production, and music business practices, often working to real industry briefs. The syllabus includes opportunities for professional development, such as planning and executing a music festival and building a career portfolio. You will graduate with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree, prepared for diverse career paths within the music and creative industries, leveraging the skills and connections forged during your studies.