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PostgraduateMA

Songwriting and Production

University of South Wales
Cardiff, Wales
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1 yearDuration
£17,900Per Year (Intl)
£17,900Intl Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in creative arts and design with the MA Songwriting and Production at University of South Wales. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The MA Songwriting and Production course is delivered in the context of a dynamic contemporary music and cultural scene in Wales. Building on the expertise and reputation we have developed in the subject of Popular Music here at the University, this innovative Songwriting and Production degree will enable you to make connections and collaborations within the world of both professional songwriting, and the wider music culture. Designed for those interested in lyrics, music and studio production, you’ll learn a range of creative techniques, as well as the history of popular song and the world... 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, a median graduate salary of £18,500 within three years, and 76% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Songwriting Techniques
Music Production and Studio Practice
Popular Music History and Analysis
Lyricwriting and Narrative Development
Music Publishing and Copyright Law
Genre Studies and Contemporary Contexts
Independent Research Project
Professional Portfolio Development
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2 or above in music or other related arts subjects

🗣️ 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

£17,900

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£17,900

Home Student Fee

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International full-time fee per year. Home student fee not stated on page

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
6%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
59%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes 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.

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USW Postgraduate Sanctuary Scholarship 2027/2028

University of South Wales · Postgraduate

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About University of South Wales

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