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Falmouth University

Professional Music (Performance) with Integrated Foundation Year

Penryn, England, United Kingdom · UCAS W320

Level
Bachelor
Duration
4 years
Campus
WaterBear, Sheffield
Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Intake
September 2027
UCAS code
W320

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Course Overview

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Career snapshot (indicative)

Music performance graduates pursue careers as professional performers, session musicians, recording artists, music educators and arts project managers. A portfolio career combining live performance, teaching, recording and community music is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Student life (indicative)

Falmouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access. The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.

The University at a Glance

Student Population
8,185
Staff Ratio
15.0:1
International
4.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate
66.0%
of graduates employed
Avg Starting Salary
£23,700
First-year earnings

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page

City & Location

Rural (<50k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

We don't have the module list for this course yet. The university's course page has the current modules.

Entry Requirements

Subject areas covered

  • Business and management
  • Management
  • Management services
  • Business administration
  • Business studies
  • Management development
  • Music Industry
  • Business innovation
  • Digital Production
  • Social Media
  • Production
  • Audio engineering
  • Events management
  • Sound recording
  • Business communication
  • Media production
  • Audio production
  • Live event design
  • Live event production
  • Music Production
  • Creative studies
  • Voice studies
  • Music
  • Music editing
  • Popular music
  • Music management
  • Musical analysis
  • Music performance
  • Electronic music
  • Music composition
  • Music technology
  • Music theory
  • Musicianship
  • Music appreciation
  • Music history
  • Musicology
  • Singing
  • Musical instrument technology
  • Arts
  • Media design
  • Creative arts

Source: UCAS course listing, 2027 entry (retrieved September 2026). Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

We don't have assessment details for this course yet. Check the university's course page.

Campus & City Life

Student Population
8,185
Total students
Staff Ratio
15:1
Students per staff
International Students
4%
Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size
Rural (<50k inhabitants)
Climate (indicative)
Mild coastal
Safety Index (indicative)
8.0/10
Transport
Moderate (coach or indirect connections)
Social Scene
Friendly community | Coastal lifestyle | Creative arts scene

Student Life & City (indicative)

  • Falmouth combines solid student nightlife with easy coastal and countryside access.
  • The city has a good range of independent cafés, pubs and cultural venues, with beaches or scenic coastline within easy reach.

What Students Love

  • Beach lifestyle
  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Rich arts & cultural scene
  • Great café culture

University Stats

Total Students8,185
Student-to-Staff Ratio15:1
International Students4%
Safety Index (indicative)8.0/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment
66%
Employed after graduation
Avg Starting Salary
£23,700
Average first-year salary
Placement Year
Not offered
Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

  • Music performance graduates pursue careers as professional performers, session musicians, recording artists, music educators and arts project managers.
  • A portfolio career combining live performance, teaching, recording and community music is typical, particularly for conservatoire graduates.

Summary based on information from the university.

Course source link unavailable.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Creative industries
  • Design
  • Media

Study Abroad Opportunities

N

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition
Fee not confirmed
Check the university's official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

Moderate

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£584/mo
Food & Groceries£225/mo
Transport£59/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,011
Annual living costs£12,134/yr