The BMus (Hons) Performance and Music Management at the University of West London is designed for ambitious musicians seeking to forge a dynamic career at the intersection of artistic excellence and industry acumen. This degree equips you with a dual skillset, dedicating approximately half your studies to performance and the remainder to crucial areas like songwriting, arrangement, music industry management, and promotion. You will develop comprehensive musicianship through one-to-one tuition, workshops, and ensemble work, alongside mastering stagecraft, band leadership, and the entrepreneurial skills essential for navigating the contemporary music landscape. This course is ideal for students who envision themselves as multifaceted artists and astute business professionals within the music sector.
You will study this programme full-time on campus over three years, engaging in a curriculum that balances practical application with theoretical understanding. Your first year will immerse you in performance workshops, music theory, composition, and music video production, while the second year deepens your performance repertoire and industry knowledge. In your final year, you will undertake a significant music management project and engage in showcases, solidifying your entrepreneurial drive. Throughout your studies, you will have opportunities to perform, collaborate, and potentially explore live sound, music education, or experimental sound, preparing you for diverse roles in music performance, management, and promotion.