MA Popular Music Practice

Coventry University

Course overview Develop creative and technical skills as a performer, songwriter or educator, focusing on global and professional contexts. Engage with interdisciplinary practice through independent and collaborative briefs, including live industry and community scenarios. Gain transferable skills to help you excel in flexible roles within the contemporary popular music industry. Why you should study this course Develop advanced technical skills in music performance, songwriting and production. Enhance creativity and critical reflection as an innovative and versatile popular musician. Access facilities including five recording studios with Neve, SSL and Dolby Atmos capabilities. Collaborate with peers from disciplines like music production, film, media, VR and AR. Prepare for a career as a creative artist, educator, manager or technical professional. This course will be assessed using a variety of methods which could vary depending on the module. Assessment methods may include: presentations group projects live simulations individual application development work portfolios written documentation. The Coventry University assessment strategy aims to ensure that our courses are fairly assessed and allows us to monitor student progression towards achieving the intended learning outcomes.

School of Arts and Creative Industries