Music Production

Ma Project: Music

This is your opportunity to carry out a large-scale research project in an area of your choosing with the support of the University’s extensive facilities and expertise. You will consult with your designated supervisor in order to formulate the content of your advanced level project in an appropriate field. You will apply the research techniques established earlier on your course in order to carry out your chosen research autonomously and confidently. Finally, you will produce a comprehensive report and an appropriate portfolio of work covering the research programme. The skills you develop on this module will be invaluable for your future career or further postgraduate study.

Module code: MUSI70639

Applied Acoustics

Module code: MUSI70173

Research Methods For Music

This module prepares you for undertaking a sustained research based project such as the dissertation. It exposes you to a wide range of different research approaches while allowing you to focus on those areas which interest you the most. In the course of this module you will produce a detailed proposal which may be used for the dissertation, while also learning techniques for writing literature reviews.

Module code: MUSI70634

Negotiated Study: Music

Do you have an idea you would like to explore using the University’s facilities and expertise? Would you like to share your ideas with your peers in a supportive and aspirational environment? On this module you will negotiate with your tutor in order to identify an individual programme of study related to a specific area of interest in a field related to music. You will produce an academically rigorous final work which may also include a practical element or a portfolio if appropriate. You will meet regularly with the module leader and other students in order to report on progress, exchange ideas and receive feedback. You will develop invaluable research skills which will help you in your career or further postgraduate study.

Module code: MUSI70631

Performance Practices

Would you like to develop your performance skills? Do you sing or play a musical instrument? Are you a DJ or a computer musician? This module is an opportunity for you to explore your creative potential as a performer. You will investigate contemporary and historical performance practices as they relate to your genre. You will prepare for a performance by developing a rehearsal schedule and a suitable programme before finally delivering a well-researched performance in an appropriate setting.

Module code: MUSI70632

Audio Visual Composition And Performance

This module will cover the historical and contemporary context of Audio Visual composition and performance practices and techniques. You will then appraise available packages for AV composition before creating an original fixed media audio visual composition yourself.

Module code: MUSI70637

Advanced Recording Techniques

Module code: MUSI70174

Industry Placement For Music Technology

Module code: MUSI70358

Mastering And Signal Processing In Music

Module code: MUSI70160

Pro Tools For Music Production

Pro Tools is widely used across the creative industries for both music and post-production. Being a fluent user of this important package will give you a competitive edge as you embark upon your career in music. You will learn advanced uses of Pro Tools, including its integration into the workflow context of a contemporary music production environment. You will consolidate and develop a professional operator-level understanding and fluency with Pro Tools in a contemporary studio setting. You will study a variety of techniques and workflows including recording and overdubbing, professional editing, mixing and automation, and advanced MIDI. An in-depth understanding of and familiarity with this system will allow you to unlock your potential and focus on your creativity.

Module code: MUSI70325

Electronics For Musicians

Module code: MUSI70185

Modern Composition In Context

Modern music, from film scores to pop music and everything in between, has a variety of influences. On this module you will analyze and evaluate key works of 20th and 21st century contemporary classical composition in order to learn how they have shaped the music we listen to today. You will also explore and develop a variety of techniques to compose music using historically informed practices and technologies. You are not expected to have a background in classical composition and you do not need to read music. You will, however, have an opportunity to brush up on, or develop from scratch, your music theory skills. You will be encouraged to experiment with composing music in different genres. At the end of the module you will have the opportunity to create an original composition.

Module code: MUSI70357

Creative Music Software Design

How can we design unique and arresting sounds without the restrictions of commercially available products? On this module you will use audio software prototyping environments to produce original and innovative programs for manipulating audio, composing music and designing sounds. You will develop an in-depth understanding of key digital audio processing techniques and then apply them creatively in your own applications. You will also be able to describe how software applications can be used for specific audio transformation purposes. An understanding of digital audio processing techniques will be invaluable to you as you embark upon your career in the creative industries.

Module code: MUSI70169