BA (Hons) Digital Music with foundation year in Southampton United Kingdom | Southampton Solent University

Refine your artistic approach through advanced sound production techniques, guided by experienced sound engineers and DJs. The Popular Music Foundation Year helps students from diverse backgrounds and ambitions enhance their music creation and performance abilities, while adapting to the culture and demands of higher education, particularly at the undergraduate level.

Under the mentorship of active producers, composers, musicians, and DJs, you'll explore subjects like music production/composition, audio engineering, live performances, and business skills. The program accommodates numerous modern music styles, spanning electronic dance genres such as drum & bass, house, hip-hop, grime, EDM, and techno.

The curriculum also motivates you to broaden your expertise, helping you develop the knowledge and abilities needed to thrive in the competitive music industry. It serves as a transition from emerging producer to professional digital artist. Additionally, you can explore Foley artistry and music/sound design for film, gaming, and other creative fields.

Over the three-year program, you'll receive guidance in launching, branding, releasing, and promoting your original music.

During your studies, you'll work with cutting-edge, industry-standard software and plugins like Logic Pro X, Ableton Live Suite, Pro Tools, and Native Instruments’ Komplete. You'll also have access to professional recording studios, acoustic workstations, DJ gear, music labs, practice rooms, and dubbing suites.

4 years with foundation year