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ProgramOfficial Program Page

Program snapshot

Admissions

No PrescreenAudition RequiredNo InterviewUniversity App Required

Audition format

In-Person or Virtual

Training

Practical, future-focused course for musicians developing live performance skills

Performance is the core focus, with study in songwriting, studio recording, arranging, composition, artist development, and production

Students receive one-to-one specialist performance tuition, ensemble coaching, and mentoring

Collaboration & Facilities

Students collaborate with engineers, songwriters, session performers, artists, and theatre practitioners

Facilities include concert halls, rehearsal and practice rooms, studios, instrument collections, and recording facilities

The creative community includes festivals, ensembles, choirs, big bands, open mic nights, and student-led projects

Recognition

Huddersfield lists Music as 8th in the UK in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026

The course page lists Performing Arts as 37th globally in QS 2025

Program info updated 4d ago

Program Highlights

Training

Practical, future-focused course for musicians developing live performance skills

Performance is the core focus, with study in songwriting, studio recording, arranging, composition, artist development, and production

Students receive one-to-one specialist performance tuition, ensemble coaching, and mentoring

Collaboration & Facilities

Students collaborate with engineers, songwriters, session performers, artists, and theatre practitioners

Facilities include concert halls, rehearsal and practice rooms, studios, instrument collections, and recording facilities

The creative community includes festivals, ensembles, choirs, big bands, open mic nights, and student-led projects

Recognition

Huddersfield lists Music as 8th in the UK in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026

The course page lists Performing Arts as 37th globally in QS 2025

Program Highlights

Training

Practical, future-focused course for musicians developing live performance skills

Performance is the core focus, with study in songwriting, studio recording, arranging, composition, artist development, and production

Students receive one-to-one specialist performance tuition, ensemble coaching, and mentoring

Collaboration & Facilities

Students collaborate with engineers, songwriters, session performers, artists, and theatre practitioners

Facilities include concert halls, rehearsal and practice rooms, studios, instrument collections, and recording facilities

The creative community includes festivals, ensembles, choirs, big bands, open mic nights, and student-led projects

Recognition

Huddersfield lists Music as 8th in the UK in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026

The course page lists Performing Arts as 37th globally in QS 2025

Key Info

Enrollment Term

Fall 2027

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Sep 1, 2026

Deadline

UCAS Equal Consideration DeadlineJan 13, 2027

UCAS Late Application DeadlineJun 30, 2027

UCAS Final DeadlineSep 23, 2027

Dates And Deadlines For Uni Applications · ucas.com

Program Submission

Video (Required)

Submit video links of two contrasting pieces when requested for the music audition

Portfolio (Conditional)

International and mature applicants without standard UK qualifications can provide a portfolio to demonstrate skills relevant to the course

Verified for Fall 2027 entry

Audition Requirements

Songs

Two Contrasting Pieces

Perform two contrasting pieces at the audition

Applicants should demonstrate advanced technical achievement and overall potential as a performer

Good to Know

Application Logistics

Apply through UCAS using course code A059

Standard entry is 120-104 UCAS tariff points

No separate Acceptd or SlideRoom portal is published

Eligibility

Applicants without direct-entry qualifications may be able to apply through Huddersfield's Music and Performing Arts Foundation Pathway Degree

What's The Process

Audition Format

Offers are subject to an audition with an opportunity to meet staff and current students

Huddersfield's music guidance says applicants are welcomed by specialist tutors and may tour facilities

Online and bespoke in-person options may be discussed with music admissions

Preparation

Bring your instrument and music or backing tracks for the two contrasting pieces

Piano accompaniment is not provided

Popular music performers may use a backing track

If Huddersfield will play the audio file, share a link in advance with music admissions

Online Auditions

Test the audio quality of your setup in advance if auditioning online

Training

Practical, future-focused course for musicians developing live performance skills

Performance is the core focus, with study in songwriting, studio recording, arranging, composition, artist development, and production

Students receive one-to-one specialist performance tuition, ensemble coaching, and mentoring

Collaboration & Facilities

Students collaborate with engineers, songwriters, session performers, artists, and theatre practitioners

Facilities include concert halls, rehearsal and practice rooms, studios, instrument collections, and recording facilities

The creative community includes festivals, ensembles, choirs, big bands, open mic nights, and student-led projects

Recognition

Huddersfield lists Music as 8th in the UK in the Daily Mail University Guide 2026

The course page lists Performing Arts as 37th globally in QS 2025

Updated 4d ago