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Why choose a Music degree

Are you ready to immerse yourself in the vibrant world of music? Our Music department at the University of Huddersfield is the perfect place to develop a wide range of transferable skills for a successful career in the diverse music industry.

We are renowned for nurturing progressive musical talent. Each year, the world-famous Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival brings cutting-edge international artists to our campus, while the Electric Spring Festival showcases the latest trends in electronic music. These events provide you with unparalleled opportunities for live exposure and interaction with both national and global music industries.

You’ll be guided by leading researchers and musicians who cover everything from classical to pop to experimental music and beyond. Whether your interests lie in creative, historical, analytical, or technical approaches – in performance, composition, or musicology – we have a course tailored for you.

What can you do with a degree in Music?

A Music degree from the University of Huddersfield will offer you a broad range of career possibilities. You can become a performer, composer or conductor, working in orchestras, bands or as a solo artist. You may also pursue careers in music education, therapy and administration. The analytical and creative skills you develop will be valuable in roles such as music journalism, production and management. Additionally, you can explore opportunities in music publishing, copyright law and arts management, where your understanding of the music industry and its legal aspects is essential.

Our courses

Learn in state-of-the-art facilities

With 21 different studios, you’ll have plenty of recording and composition studio space to use. We have a huge range of DAWs, plug-ins, synths, mics and processing equipment, all of which are regularly upgraded to keep up-to-date with industry standards.

Learn from leaders in the field

Our Music Team is made up of expert musicians, with a range of professional industry experience.

Meet Pianist in Residence, Jonathan Fisher. Jonathan is an accomplished collaborative pianist who has worked with internationally recognised singers such as Roderick Williams, Rachel Nichols, Kathryn Rudge and many more!