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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ArtsUCAS: W301
Music and Sound Production
Newcastle College University CentreNewcastle upon Tyne, England
2 yearsDuration
£13,000Per Year (Intl)
£9,790Home Fee
91%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The FdA Music and Sound Production at Newcastle College University Centre is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. The FdA Music and Sound Production is for individuals who are serious about being multi-skilled and highly employable electronic music producers, live sound engineers and recording engineers. All students will gain core skills in audio analysis and production, synthesisers, samplers, an understanding of the music industry, events planning & promotions, and the impact of music within society. There are also two specialist pathways through the programme, Electronic Music Production and Live Sound and Studio Recording. 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 100% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Audio Analysis and Production Fundamentals
Synthesisers and Samplers
Music Industry and Events Management
Electronic Music Production
Live Sound Engineering and Reinforcement
Studio Recording Techniques
Research Methods and Academic Practice
Creative Project and Professional Development
UCAS Code:W301
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | CC |
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£13,000
per year
Total Course Cost (2 years)£26,000
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 — Newcastle College University Centre
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £11,000 | £15,500 | £19,000 |
| 5 years | £17,000 | £20,000 | £25,000 |
UK subject average: £20,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 22% below UK average salary
This course
£15,500
UK average
£20,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£20,000
UK average
£20,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 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
95%Working
5%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.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
69%
Overall
Teaching on my course
91%Learning opportunities
78%Assessment and feedback
58%Academic support
100%Organisation and management
20%Learning resources
82%Student voice
51%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
44%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Newcastle College University Centre
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