Music

Goldsmiths, University of London
Undergraduate BMus (Hon) Full-time 3 Years Music

A-Level Entry

BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

About this course

Why study BMus Music at Goldsmiths

This degree reflects the diversity and excitement of music in the 21st century, and gives you the opportunity to mix performance, composition and research.

  • In the first year you’ll explore different musical styles and approaches to study through a range of compulsory practical and critical modules.

  • Later, you'll be able to choose from our wide range of jazz, sonic art, popular and film music modules as well as our practical, skills-based workshop and teaching modules.

  • You’ll have lots of opportunities to perform, including in professional and student-led ensembles and groups such as Gamelan Ensemble, Sinfonia and Creative Jazz Ensemble, and at our annual music festival PureGold, which celebrates the music created and performed at Goldsmiths.

  • We're within easy reach of central London’s many venues, concert halls, opera houses and research libraries, providing a great international focus.

  • You’ll be very well set-up for the world of work. Employers look for initiative-driven graduates who think critically about their actions, work well with others and adapt quickly to new ideas. This degree will help you develop these skills.

  • We attract instrumental and vocal teachers of the highest quality, with many of our staff also teaching at the major music conservatoires.

  • Performance modules include one-to-one tuition on your main instrument/voice, as well as ensemble coaching, performance lectures and masterclasses from top professional musicians.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    Scottish Higher BBBBC
    Scottish Advanced Higher BBC
    BTEC DDM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BMus (Hon)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    Part-time

    Duration: 4-6 Years

    Qualification: BMus (Hon)

    Location: London

    Avg. Salary: £27,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2317 Teachers of English as a foreign language
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    2319 Teaching professionals
    3415 Musicians
    3413 Actors, entertainers and presenters

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Music (with Honours) - BMus (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Music
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £27,000