BSc(Hons) Audio and Music Technology receives both accreditation and acclaim from Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), the education arm of the Association of Professional Recording Services (APRS) and the Music Producers Guild (MPG) who describe the course as 'highly relevant to current industry practice'.
This course is ideal if you're passionate about music and the technology behind it, but don't necessarily have formal musical training or prior technical experience.
It allows you to explore and develop advanced knowledge, techniques and technologies for recording, production, musical expression, digital creativity, audio programming and the science of sound (acoustics and psychoacoustics).
Musical opportunities abound on and off campus, through our celebrated Centre for Music and countless venues, groups, studios and projects in one of the UK's most musical cities.
Gain valuable real-world experience and a professional portfolio through a series of placements that prepare you for a career in the music industry.
Find and develop your own individual route into the music sector with our Popular Music BA (Hons) course at the University of Northampton. This course is perfect if you’re a creative singer/ vocalist, bassist, drummer, guitarist, keyboardist or singer-songwriter looking to develop your technical, performance, musicianship and technology skills to a professional level.
You’ll learn the creative, music technology and study skills necessary to support you in your mission to be music Pro. In addition, we provide students the skills for wider employment, including in the teaching profession and further study should this be something you wish to pursue.
This course is Industry Accredited by JAMES representing APRS, MPG and associate industry bodies. Accreditation of a course by relevant industry bodies provides assurance to students and employers of its potential and value.
The performing arts industry has evolved significantly over the past decade, shaped by global shifts in technology, audience engagement, and industry demands. The rise of digital streaming platforms, the impact of the pandemic on live performance, and the increasing importance of screen acting, and self-produced content have transformed the landscape for emerging actors.
Our new BA Acting for Stage and Screen has been designed to reflect these changes, offering a dynamic and contemporary training experience that prepares students for careers across theatre, television, film, and digital media. This course builds on the foundations of traditional actor training while embracing the latest industry trends, including screen performance techniques, motion capture, voice work, and self-taping for auditions.
Rooted in professional practice, this course draws on our strong industry connections to deliver a curriculum that is rigorous, practical, and intellectually stimulating. Students will develop a deep understanding of performance craft, storytelling, and industry professionalism while exploring their creative identity as actors.
With a strong emphasis on employability, professional development, and sustainability in the arts, our BA Acting for Stage and Screen equips graduates with the skills, confidence, and adaptability to thrive in an ever-changing entertainment industry. Whether their passion lies in live performance, screen acting, or new digital platforms, this course empowers students to harness their talents and build flourishing careers in the performing arts industry.
Our Musical Theatre degree is a two-year intensive programme that provides practical training in the essential triple-threat disciplines of acting, singing, and dancing. This course is designed to offer an industry-relevant and focused study experience, ensuring you gain the skills needed for a successful career in the musical theatre industry.
You will receive professional training from experienced industry professionals who are dedicated to developing you into a creative, independent, thinking artist. Our course aims to make you relevant to the demands of the industry today. Throughout your studies, you will gain a thorough and practical understanding of how the musical theatre industry operates. This comprehensive training ensures that you develop transferable skills that enhance your employability potential across various fields.
The course covers a wide range of topics including audition techniques, stage presence, choreography, and voice training. You will also delve into character development, scene study, and musical theatre history. The training is designed to provide you with production skills and showcase opportunities that are critical for industry networking.
Throughout the programme, there is a strong emphasis on collaboration and the creative process. You will work closely with your peers and instructors in a supportive environment, fostering your ability to work effectively in professional settings. The course also includes training in technical theatre, ensuring you have a well-rounded understanding of theatre performance and professional stagecraft.
Graduates of this programme will leave with a robust set of performance techniques, acting techniques, and artistic development skills. They will be well-prepared to pursue careers in the musical theatre industry, backed by strong industry connections and comprehensive career preparation. With opportunities for creative performance and the development of dance techniques and singing techniques, our graduates are equipped to excel in various performance opportunities on stage and screen.
Location: Cardiff
The expansion of new media technologies and sophisticated customer profiling – covering everything from media consumption to recreational preferences – have increased the choice and importance of creative decisions in marketing strategy. Developed with input from current ‘marcomms’ practitioners, our professionally-focused degree will equip you with the creative and specialist knowledge, skills and capabilities to select the right media channels and craft the most effective messages.
Designed to create work-ready graduates who meet the needs of industry, this course will prepare you for a career in a broad range of marketing disciplines, combining branding, marketing communications, data and analytics, consumer decision-making and media planning fro both traditional and digital channels. With work-based learning embedded in the course, you’ll graduate work ready with the skills, knowledge and expertise required to move confidently into the world of marketing communications.
Our degree courses with Foundation year offer the opportunity to prepare you for advanced study before you progress onto a full honours degree at the University of Westminster.
Each year you’ll study a mix of core and collaborative modules complementing these with choices from a wide and varied range of optional modules. You’ll learn through a dynamic mix of formats including workshops, lectures, seminars, critiques and technical sessions. In project work you’ll collaborate with students from your course and other disciplines, helping you to build your team-working and communication skills.
You’ll also get to hear talks from visiting industry speakers, take part in workshops, and go on trips into central London to museums, galleries and design fairs.
On this course you’ll learn a broad range of creative, technical and professional skills and use these to respond to industry-standard briefs and collaborative project work – preparing you for life as a professional graphic designer.
Our Graphic Design BA reflects both the multi-disciplinary nature of today’s graphic design industry and the constantly evolving society in which we live.
Each year you’ll study a mix of core and collaborative modules complementing these with choices from a wide and varied range of optional modules. You’ll learn through a dynamic mix of formats including workshops, lectures, seminars, critiques and technical sessions. In project work you’ll collaborate with students from your course and other disciplines, helping you to build your team-working and communication skills.
You’ll also get to hear talks from visiting industry speakers, take part in workshops, and go on trips into central London to museums, galleries and design fairs.
Our Digital Media and Communication BA is ideal for those who are interested in internet cultures, data and society and media and communication research. The course has been designed to prepare you for the fast-changing media and communication industries and digital media roles of the future. You’ll become a highly skilled media professional who can create and share messages professionally across any digital platform, to truly connect with an audience. You’ll also be prepared for further postgraduate study.
During your first year, you’ll study alongside students on the other Digital Media BA pathways.
At the end of your first year, you’ll have the choice to continue with Digital Media and Communication or change your specialism to one of our other Digital Media pathways in Media Production, Journalism or PR and Advertising. Each pathway will give you a distinctive preparation in one of the most important fields of digital media.
These pathways, along with a variety of optional modules, provide you with the opportunity to customise your degree and expertise according to your interests and career objectives.
Your final degree award will reflect this specialism, e.g. Digital Media and Communication BA (Hons).
“Just Do it”, “Have a break, have a….”, “I’m lovin’ it”, “Because I’m worth it”, “Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s…”.
These powerful marketing campaigns are imprinted into today’s consumer psyche. So how do you make a product or service stand out in a global economy where consumers have more choice than ever?
Over the duration of your degree you will complete a carefully structured suite of modules that will arm you with highly sought after skills and knowledge to increase your employability within the dynamic and vibrant marketing industry.
“Just Do it”, “Have a break, have a….”, “I’m lovin’ it”, “Because I’m worth it”, “Maybe she’s born with it, maybe it’s…”.
These powerful marketing campaigns are imprinted into today’s consumer psyche. So how do you make a product or service stand out in a global economy where consumers have more choice than ever?
