Music (W65)

Open University

Undergraduate DipHE Distance learning 2-4 Years Music

Music (W65) DipHE is an undergraduate degree at Open University, based in Milton Keynes, taught distance learning over 2-4 years.

About this course

This diploma will broaden and deepen your understanding of music through study of a wide range of genres (including western art music, jazz, popular music, and non-western musics). You’ll combine practical activities, which involve making your own recordings, with learning about the scientific basis for music and how it is heard and perceived. You'll develop the technical skills to analyse and create music in different styles, and examine the technologies that are used to produce, manipulate and transmit music.

Key features of the course

- Study a wide range of musical repertoires and practices

- Explore music through analysis, composition and contextual study

- Create your own music with the help of specialist software

- Relevant to a wide range of careers including music performance, teaching, arts administration, community music leadership, and sound recording

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
Study Mode
Distance learning
Duration
2-4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Milton Keynes
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Music