BSc (Hons) Popular Music Production

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

Academic Qualifications: International students applying for undergraduate programs at Solent University should have completed their secondary education with a minimum of 65% or above in their respective national qualifications.

English Language Proficiency:

• IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.0 or 6.5 with no individual component below 5.5.
• TOEFL: A minimum score of 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component.
• PTE Academic: A minimum score of 59, with no component below 59.
• DET Requirement: A DET score of 100 is required.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Solent University in the UK offers a range of scholarships and financial support options to assist international students in their academic journey. These scholarships aim to recognize and reward academic excellence, as well as provide support to those who may face financial constraints. 

Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship: This prestigious scholarship is awarded to exceptional international students who have achieved outstanding academic results. It provides a significant reduction in tuition fees for the duration of the student's course.

International Merit Scholarship: This scholarship is available to international students who have demonstrated academic excellence in their previous studies. It offers a partial tuition fee reduction and is awarded based on academic achievements and potential.

Solent Sports Scholarships: Solent University has a strong focus on sports and offers scholarships to talented athletes who have achieved excellence in their chosen sport. These scholarships provide financial support, training facilities, and coaching expertise to help athletes balance their studies and sports commitments.

Regional Scholarships: Solent University offers a range of scholarships specific to certain regions or countries. These scholarships aim to support students from particular regions and provide financial assistance to help them pursue their studies at Solent University.

External Scholarships: In addition to university-specific scholarships, Solent University also encourages international students to explore external scholarship opportunities. The university provides guidance and support in identifying and applying for external scholarships offered by organizations, foundations, and governments.

Financial Hardship Support: Solent University understands that some international students may face financial difficulties during their studies. The university provides support and advice through its Student Hub and Student Funding team, who can assist in exploring additional funding options and provide guidance on managing finances effectively.

It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary each year.

Graduates of Solent University's BSc (Hons) Popular Music Production program possess the skills and knowledge to pursue a variety of exciting careers within the music production industry. 

Music Producer: Graduates can pursue careers as music producers, working with artists to create high-quality recordings. They oversee all aspects of the recording process, from arranging and composing music to mixing and mastering tracks.

Sound Engineer: Sound engineers are responsible for recording, editing, and mixing audio tracks. Graduates can work in recording studios, live music venues, film production companies, or television studios, ensuring that sound quality meets professional standards.

Recording Studio Owner: With entrepreneurial skills, graduates can start their own recording studios. They can provide recording, mixing, and mastering services to musicians, bands, and other clients.

Mixing Engineer: Mixing engineers specialize in balancing and adjusting the levels of individual tracks within a song. Graduates can work as mixing engineers, collaborating with artists and producers to achieve the desired sound for recordings.

Mastering Engineer: Mastering engineers are responsible for preparing final mixes for distribution. Graduates can work as mastering engineers, applying final touches to recordings to ensure consistency and quality across different playback systems.

Live Sound Engineer: Live sound engineers work at concerts, festivals, and other live events, ensuring that sound systems operate smoothly and deliver optimal sound quality to audiences. Graduates can pursue careers as live sound engineers, working with artists and event organizers to create memorable live experiences.

Post-Production Engineer: Post-production engineers work on audio projects after the recording process is complete. They may add sound effects, edit dialogue, and mix audio for films, television shows, video games, or other multimedia projects.

Audio Technician: Audio technicians provide technical support for audio equipment and systems. Graduates can work in music venues, theaters, or production companies, setting up and maintaining sound equipment for performances and events.

Music Technology Developer: Graduates with an interest in technology can pursue careers in music technology development. They can work for software companies, hardware manufacturers, or research institutions, designing and testing new tools and technologies for music production.

Music Educator: Graduates passionate about sharing their knowledge and experience can pursue careers as music educators. They can teach music production techniques, sound engineering principles, or related subjects at schools, colleges, universities, or private music academies.