How long is the Applied Music BA (Hons) at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)?

The BA (Hons) in Applied Music at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) has a duration of 4 Years.

What are the entry requirements for Applied Music at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)?

A-levels: BB. Scottish Higher: ABB.

What is the average graduate salary for Applied Music at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)?

Graduates of the BA (Hons) in Applied Music at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) earn an average salary of £19,000.

Is Applied Music at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) full-time or part-time?

This BA (Hons) is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Applied Music course taught?

The course is taught at Kirkwall.

Applied Music

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University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

Last updated 2 July 2026

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Music

Applied Music BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI), based in Kirkwall, taught full-time over 4 years. Graduates earn £19,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is BB.

A-Level Entry

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£19,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Prepare yourself for the music industry of the future on this acclaimed course, studying any genre or style of your choice in your home region. Exploring traditional, Celtic, pop, jazz, classical, and rock genres, explore the culture of the Highlands and Islands, with focus on application of music in a variety of professional contexts.

Learn from professionals at the top of their fields, and develop skills in performance, education, recording, creative production, business, enterprise, networking, and communication, helping you access opportunities close to home and internationally. With many graduates successfully employed in fields such as performance, education, touring, research, and music business, join a programme with excellent industry connections and get your career in applied music off to an excellent start.

If you have any questions, please email us using the email address on our website.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BB

Scottish Higher ABB

Study Options

This course is available in 6 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Kirkwall

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Lerwick

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Elgin

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Perth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Avg. grad pay (5y): £19,000

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language 2319 Teaching professionals 3416 Arts officers, producers and directors 3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators 3415 Musicians 2324 Early education and childcare services managers

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Course Details

Qualification: Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 4 Years
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Kirkwall
Scheme: Undergraduate
Subjects: Music
Avg. Graduate Salary: £19,000

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