Study location	Germany, Berlin
Type	Bachelor, full-time
Nominal duration	7 semesters (210 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	BA
Course code	BE-BA-41

Tuition fee	€5,355 per semester
Application fee	€1,000 one-time

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / German. ⠀ Upload your electronic copies during the application process

Language requirements

English Please find our English language requirements here: • Duolingo Certificate 110 points • TOEFL 87 ibt (direct entry) • TOEFL 79 – 86 ibt (with additional agreement) • TOEIC 785 (Listening/Reading 785, Speaking 160, Writing 150) • IELTS (academic) 6.5 average – please see Language Centre guidelines if results differ • CAE (grade A, B, or C) • CPE (grade A, B or C) • Pearson English Test Academic (PTE-A) 59 points • Linguaskill: 176 – 184 (CES) – all four skills required

Other requirements

A relevant portfolio is required. 2 Songs as MP3 file Please upload two songs in MP3 format in which you present your musical instrument with the application form, which will be your main subject during your studies. They can be your own compositions or interpretations/arrangements of foreign pieces, lasting at least one and at most four minutes. In addition, write a one-page PDF file that provides information about these titles and their original authors and performers. Describe the nature and scope of your own work and cite the work of third parties. Your individual artistic and creative strengths, which are expressed in the music examples submitted, should relate to the following focal points: Author: composition/musical adaptation Performer: instrumental performance – at least one song must feature the main instrument Performer: vocals Producer: sound engineering/production The result of the pre-selection will determine whether the candidate will take part in the practical entrance examination. General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur) or university of applied sciences entrance qualification (Fachhochschulreife) CV two MP3s (instrument or vocals): for your studies, you must choose and present an instrument (or vocals) as your main subject. Please upload your own compositions or interpretations of foreign pieces with your application (each lasting 1-4 minutes). Proof of English proficiency Copy of your identity card or passport

More information	srh-berlin.de/..ee-music-production-berlin

Overview

Are you passionate about song production from the initial idea to the performance or finished production? Our Bachelor’s degree in Music Production is ideal for musical all-rounders who want to direct the creative and technical design of songs.

A contemporary artistic education as a composer and musician combined with sound engineering and organisational know-how form the core of the study programme of the BA Music Production. From the first semester onwards you will have access to our DAWs and studios. Here you will go through all relevant functions and roles within the music production process.

Weekly workshops on colourful topics of music practice such as songwriting and sound engineering, live panels with experts from the music industry, as well as diverse practical projects in each semester offer plenty of opportunities to try out your skills in front of an audience and expand your network. Teachers from all areas of the live and recording industry will support you on your career path

Programme structure

7 SEMESTERS 210 ECTS

1. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Basics in Theory and Practice

• Recording Techniques
• Musical Analysis
• Music Theory
• Practical Project I
• Instrument Minor I
• Pop Music History I

2. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Discover and Design

• Music Theory – Harmony
• Digital Techniques
• Elective I (Choir & Body Percussion)
• Practical Project II
• Instrument Major I / Ensemble I
• Musicology

3. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Songwriting and Recording

• Songwriting
• Composition
• Studio Techniques
• Practical Project III
• Instrument major II / Ensemble II
• Media Law

4. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Arranging and Producing

• Arrangement
• Production
• Elective II
• Practical Project IV
• Instrument major III / Ensemble III
• Language / Physiology

5. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Practical Phase
The fifth semester is all about practice. During an internship at home or abroad, a study abroad at a partner university or a practical semester, you will systematically expand your professional repertoire and establish direct contact with the business world, with your colleagues and with different music scenes.

6. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Media and Stage Music

• Sound Design
• Orchestration
• Elective III
• Practical Project V
• Instrument Major IV / Ensemble IV
• Project Organisation

7. SEMESTER 30 ECTS
Individualisation and Thesis

• Film Music / Game Audio
• Elective IV
• Portfolio Development
• Production Management
• Bachelor’s Thesis

Career opportunities

The BA in Music Production offers excellent career opportunities such as employment in:

• Production companies, ensembles, concert promoters, training companies
• Phono industry, labels, publishers, distributors, TV and radio stations, PR and marketing companies

Cooperation with:

• Songwriters / composers, lyricists, speakers, bands / music groups, orchestras
• Producers, sound studios, clients from the industry and private sector

Freelance activities as:

• Author / composer, arranger / orchestrator, interpreter / musician
• Sound technician / sound engineer for concerts, events, theatre, radio, television, sound recordings