Overview

Our music programme focuses on music as an applied art, one that is engaged with the musical world in all its diversity and excitement; from improvisation, composition, and professional performance, to music therapy, and community music, as well as the traditional music analysis and critical theory. There is something available to suit all interests.

Students will be taught by a core team of experienced and highly-qualified tutors together with a wide-ranging team of visiting specialists. Tuition will take place in our modern music facilities, which include computerised recording and media studios, well-equipped practice rooms and an acoustically superb performance venue.

Why this Course

• Study a range of different styles, genres and approaches to music
• Course can be tailored to suit different strengths
• We have a number of choirs, orchestras and ensembles students can join
• Around seventy-five percent practical work
• Community of 250+ student performers
• Experience of conducting and directing other musicians
• Emphasis on the development of skills in problem solving, analysis, self-management and interpersonal skills

Partnerships

The Foundation Degree in Instrumental or Vocal Teaching addresses a notable skills gap, providing a unique two year training in individual and small group instrumental or vocal teaching. Preparing graduates for employment as peripatetic music teachers within schools or in private practice. Key to this training is the experience of the workplace, achieved through our partnership with West Sussex Music Support Service. For more information, please visit our Partnerships webpage.