BA (Hons) Music Business in Cardiff United Kingdom | University of South Wales

This program is offered at USW's specialized campus in Cardiff's creative hub. Designed for music enthusiasts with an entrepreneurial spirit, the Music Business degree explores diverse opportunities within the industry while honing essential business skills. Students from various backgrounds unite with the shared ambition of building careers in music, spanning roles like label management, A&R, event coordination, publishing, artist development, marketing, and radio broadcasting. With a strong focus on entrepreneurship and career planning, the program culminates in a capstone project that could launch your professional journey. You'll engage with Cardiff's thriving music scene through practical projects and collaborate with peers across disciplines, tapping into the university's creative network. Learn from faculty with extensive industry experience and attend masterclasses featuring top professionals like former Coldplay manager Estelle Wilkinson, Edition's Managing Director Adam Biddle, and Turnstile Records' Alun Llwyd and Kevin Tame.

USW's Music Business program equips you with cutting-edge industry knowledge to shape your professional path. Graduates emerge prepared for diverse roles across music, media, and entertainment sectors—from publishing and marketing to radio and tour management. The curriculum blends management theory with practical business acumen to optimize creative and commercial partnerships. You'll develop entrepreneurial skills to launch ventures before graduation, while gaining transferable expertise applicable across business sectors. The program fosters innovative thinking to help you establish your unique position in the music industry.