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Kingston University: Composing for Film and Television
Institution | Kingston University View institution profile |
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Department | Performance and Screen Studies |
Web | www.kingston.ac.uk/postgraduate |
admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 02033089932 |
Study type | Taught |
Master of Music - MMus
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
- There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
- You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
**About this course**
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action. You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests. For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
**Example modules**
- Techniques and Technologies of Composing for Film and Television
- Composing and Marketing Popular Music
- Score and Screen
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree in music from either the UK or abroad (this may be in a specialist field such as popular music, performance or music technology). A link to an online portfolio of three short contrasting compositions (eg. Soundcloud, Vimeo, YouTube or other file sharing options) with at least one full score demonstrating proficiency in music notation. These can be ‘compositions to picture' in which case a link to video should be submitted. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
- There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
- You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
**About this course**
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action. You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests. For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
**Example modules**
- Techniques and Technologies of Composing for Film and Television
- Composing and Marketing Popular Music
- Score and Screen
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree in music from either the UK or abroad (this may be in a specialist field such as popular music, performance or music technology). A link to an online portfolio of three short contrasting compositions (eg. Soundcloud, Vimeo, YouTube or other file sharing options) with at least one full score demonstrating proficiency in music notation. These can be ‘compositions to picture' in which case a link to video should be submitted. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
- There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
- You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
**About this course**
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action. You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests. For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
**Example modules**
- Techniques and Technologies of Composing for Film and Television
- Composing and Marketing Popular Music
- Score and Screen
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree in music from either the UK or abroad (this may be in a specialist field such as popular music, performance or music technology). A link to an online portfolio of three short contrasting compositions (eg. Soundcloud, Vimeo, YouTube or other file sharing options) with at least one full score demonstrating proficiency in music notation. These can be ‘compositions to picture' in which case a link to video should be submitted. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 8770 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 17700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
**Reasons to choose Kingston**
- You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
- There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
- You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
**About this course**
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action. You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests. For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
**Example modules**
- Techniques and Technologies of Composing for Film and Television
- Composing and Marketing Popular Music
- Score and Screen
For a full list of modules please visit the Kingston University course webpage.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | A 2:2 or above honours degree in music from either the UK or abroad (this may be in a specialist field such as popular music, performance or music technology). A link to an online portfolio of three short contrasting compositions (eg. Soundcloud, Vimeo, YouTube or other file sharing options) with at least one full score demonstrating proficiency in music notation. These can be ‘compositions to picture' in which case a link to video should be submitted. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4823 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 9735 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
– There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
– You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/ digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
About this course:
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action.
You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests.
For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | -A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a music discipline. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 17200 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 8560 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 17200 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Reasons to choose Kingston:
– You will learn techniques for composing and producing music for media, be taught by professional composers, and collaborate with filmmakers and animators.
– There is the opportunity to have your compositions performed by an ensemble, conducted to picture in a professional recording environment.
– You will use recording studios, rehearsal rooms, a synthesis/sampling lab, and the analogue/ digital hybrid Visconti Studio, which has a 300m² octagonal live room plus rare and vintage recording equipment.
About this course:
This course explores how music creates atmosphere, conveys mood and depicts setting, character and action.
You will examine the relationships between composer and producer, directors and music editors. You will study the technology used to produce high-quality soundtracks as well as business and copyright issues. Through optional modules, you will be able to tailor the course to your interests.
For your major project, you will create a portfolio of music to picture and work with filmmakers. There are opportunities to collaborate with filmmaking and animation students.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | -A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in a music discipline. |
Location | Kingston Hill Kingston Hill Kingston upon Thames KT2 7LB |
Fees
EU | 9460 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4708 GBP for Year 1 |
International | 9460 GBP for Year 1 |
Kingston University
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