Music

Learn from leading academics, guest lecturers, touring musicians, music executives and recording artists.

Study music at Westminster

Our practical music courses prepare you to lead and develop professionally. You will gain industry knowledge and experience, as well as a wide range of transferable music skills. We cater to various aspirations, whether you aim to become a music artist, producer, performer, songwriter, DJ, technologist, entrepreneur, business specialist, or educator. 

Our Harrow Campus is a creative hub, home to our Music courses as well as Art & Design, Fashion, Film & TV, Media & Communication. We offer industry-standard facilities and a vibrant, collaborative environment for students pursuing careers in the creative and visual industries.

 

Courses

Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society, we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.

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Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society, we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.

Explore our research areas.

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Industry links

Westminster has strong links with various record labels, publishers, writers and managers, as well as music rights organisations. We regularly invite music professionals to speak at events on campus. 

Additionally, the University’s dedicated Careers and Employability Service offers tailored support during your studies and for up to three years after graduation. The service provides workshops, industry networking events and placement opportunities. 

Employment opportunities

Courses in this area will prepare you for roles including: 

  • Artist managers 
  • Music artists 
  • Record label executives 
  • Songwriters 
  • Studio engineers 
  • Film sound designers 
  • Live music promoters 
  • Music educators 
  • Music journalists 
  • Music producers 

ZONE29: OUR NEW HOME OF CAREERS AND ENTERPRISE

Zone29 is our new home of careers and enterprise, offering game-changing opportunities such as:

  • jobs, placements and work experience
  • tailored career guidance and mentoring
  • step-by-step career planning through the Westminster Award
  • work and study abroad programmes
  • start-up, business and freelance support

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Westminster stories

Students produce music for BBC 3 show

After their successful work on producing the original soundtrack for series one and two of BBC Three’s hit show Boarders. Music BA students were invited back to produce the soundtrack for the third season.

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Westminster alumna wins Music Week Award

Chantal Epp won the Women in Music Entrepreneur award for her company, ClicknClear, which transforms how music is legally used in performance sports worldwide.

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1st in London for Student Support

We're proud to be ranked number one in London for Student Support in the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026 and placed among the top 25 universities in the UK overall.

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to Film graduate wins award for best student commercial page

Chat with our students

Ask some of our current students about their experience of life at the University of Westminster.

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What our students say

Siddhiie Kapshikarr

Audio Production MA - 2023

The Audio Production MA course has been highly interactive and innovative. I've enjoyed every module, and the practical emphasis of the course made it much more engaging. 

Roopa Hulikunta

Music Production, Performance and Business BA - 2025

Westminster stood out because it provides a course that covers all aspects of music—an approach I believe is essential for any artist looking to understand the full spectrum of the industry.

Rebecca Sewell

Music Business Management MA - 2022

I really enjoyed the guests that have been a part of our curriculum, learning from people's experiences is one of the most useful ways for me to learn. Making connections with them and networking has been extremely beneficial for me and widened my career outlook.

Student Work

Tracks from the University of Westminster’s music students - past and present - have been curated for your enjoyment in a special playlist on Spotify. All tracks on the playlist are either performed, written or produced by our Music students. Listen to the full University of Westminster playlist on Spotify.

Data Analytics in the Music Industry module

Developed in collaboration with Dice FM, our Data and Analytics in the Music Industry module was inspired by how data now drives every corner of the music business. From predicting hit songs to planning global tours, data helps artists and companies make smarter decisions. Read more about How our Music BA students are using analytics to shape the future of the industry. 

Facilities

Harrow Campus – Your Creative Hub

Take a quick glimpse inside our Harrow Campus, your creative hub for Art & Design, Fashion, Film & TV, Media & Communication and Music. Explore state-of-the-art facilities, vibrant studios, and collaborative spaces that inspire innovation and creativity.

Contact us

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