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BA Honours Folk and Traditional Music

3 Years On Campus Bachelors Program

Newcastle University

Program Overview

Our Folk and Traditional Music degree was the first of its kind in England. The programme focuses on the traditional music and song of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland. National and international artists teach as regular and guest tutors on this degree.Performance and group playing is at the heart of this course, but you will also study the social and cultural context of traditional and folk music, and how music helps to construct identity and culture.

Program Key Stats

£21600 (Annual cost)
Sept Intake : 25th Jan


Eligibility Criteria

AAB
3.3
34
80

1220
29
6.5
100

Additional Information & Requirements

80% average in Standard XII from CBSE / CISCE / NIOS / Other Boards. IELTS 6.5 or equivalent with no less than 6.0 in each of the four elements of the test. A Level: AAB-BBB ideally including Music (grade A in AS Level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects/qualifications being studied), IB: 32-34 points with Music at Higher Level. Standard Level Music may be considered, but will depend on the combination of subjects being studied.

Career Options

  • Music Producer
  • Songwriter
  • A&R Coordinator
  • Music Therapist
  • Session Musician

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