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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: W315

Music Business and Events Management (including foundation year)

London Metropolitan University
Islington, England
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4 yearsDuration
£19,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The BA (Hons) Music Business and Events Management (including foundation year) at London Metropolitan University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Islington, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. Why study this course? Our Music Business (including foundation year) BA (Hons) degree is a four-year course with a built-in foundation year (Year 0). It’s the perfect start to your university education if you’re interested in studying music business at undergraduate level but you’re unable to meet the entry requirements or don't have the traditional qualifications required to start a standard degree. On graduation you’ll be well-prepared to enter an exciting career in the music and entertainment industry. International tuition fees are £19,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 70% student satisfaction rating, and a 88% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Foundation Business Fundamentals
Music Industry Structure and Context
Artist Management and Career Development
Digital Music Business Models
Live Events Management and Production
Music Marketing and Audience Development
Music Royalties and Rights Management
Music Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
UCAS Code:W315
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points32

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£19,500

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£78,000

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — London Metropolitan University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£13,000£19,500£24,500
5 years£17,000£24,500£31,500

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 19% below UK average salary
This course
£19,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,500
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH25-02-02 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

67%Working
2%Studying
12%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
40%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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International Bright Futures Scholarship

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£3,000scholarship value
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Study Abroad Diversity Scholarship

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£2,500scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
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About London Metropolitan University

London Metropolitan University offers Music Business and Events Management (including foundation year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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