Artist management, label work and live-event promotion are the career interests the CertHE Music Business Management in London is written for. Across one year at Level 4, notes name growth tactics for online audiences, social-media campaigns, artist branding and data analysis, with teaching from people active in the trade. Applicants are assessed on prior Level 3 achievement or comparable experience, GCSE English and an interview; the exact points sit in the entry block lower on this page. Classes are listed on weekdays. Because a Certificate of Higher Education stops after the first undergraduate year, it suits people testing the subject before committing to three years. It is a business award, not a songwriting or production course. AF Education gives England-resident UK home students free help with the application and with Student Finance England.
Key facts
- Award / level
- CertHE
- Study mode
- Full time
- Schedule options
- Weekday
- Location
- At the London campus
- Foundation year
- Not included in this course title
- Awarding university
- University for the Creative Arts
- Partner pathway
- LCCM
Who this course is for
This suits adults who want a shorter higher-education award and practical workplace skills in this subject.
Entry routes for mature students
Entry references routes such as 96 UCAS points from accepted Level 3 qualifications or equivalent experience, plus GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent, and a successful interview. AF Education confirms what applies to you.
Funding with Student Finance England
AF Education is a free service for England-resident UK home students — not international applicants. For eligible courses, a Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly to the university and a Maintenance Loan is paid to you for living costs. Eligibility depends on residency and previous study; use our free eligibility checker before you apply.
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How often you study
Full-time weekday study is listed in London. Most courses AF Education supports need 1 to 2 campus days a week, usually about 2 to 4 hours a day, so many students keep working. Your exact timetable is confirmed before you enrol.
Career and progression
AF Education does not guarantee jobs or progression. The certificate focuses on skills that transfer to the workplace and can be a step before further study.
A one-year Level 4 award
UCA lists three music business routes in London: the one-year CertHE, the BA (Hons) and the BA (Hons) with a foundation year. The CertHE is a one-year award at Level 4, which is a way to test music business study before committing to a full degree.
What you study
The university names social media marketing, growing an audience online through growth hacking, artist branding and data analysis, taught by industry professionals. The third-year placement and project modules belong to the full BA (Hons), not the CertHE.
Weekly pattern and funding
It is full-time on weekdays in London. Campus courses typically need 1 to 2 campus days a week at about 2 to 4 hours a day, plus independent study. GOV.UK lists the Certificate of Higher Education as a course type eligible for a Tuition Fee Loan (source: GOV.UK). Bear in mind that using a year of funding counts as previous study if you continue later.
Course overview from University for the Creative Arts
Are you an aspiring music manager, record label executive, live event organiser or a business-savvy recording artist who wants to get ahead of the pack with enhanced knowledge and skills? The BA (Hons) Music Business Management degree aims to nurture creative and ambitious students with a passion for music and business, developing in them future-facing skills and critical knowledge required to develop a successful career in the modern music industry.
This is possibly the most exciting time to be entering the music business with digital opportunities bringing a renewed optimism and five years of solid industry growth. Young, ambitious and skilled new entrants are better placed than most to prosper in the new global streaming economy with many of the rules yet to be written. The skills you can learn at LCCM, including social media marketing, building an audience online with growth hacking, artist branding and data analysis, are in-demand right now.
On our Music Business Management degree you will learn from industry professionals and have the opportunity to put your ideas and new skills into practice with work placements or entrepreneurial project based modules in your third year.
CertHE Music Business Management is available at London. Campus details and map links are below.
Available Campuses for CertHE Music Business Management
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London
Music Box, 241 Union Street, London SE1 0LR
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Specific Entry Requirements for University for the Creative Arts (Undergraduate)
BA Commercial Music Undergraduate & CertHE (Level 4): 96 UCAS points from accepted Level 3 qualifications, or equivalent experience 4 GCSEs grade C/4 including English or equivalent (e.g. Functional Skills) Successful interview…
English Language Requirements for University for the Creative Arts
Undergraduate The course is taught in English. If you are not a native speaker you will need to demonstrate fluency in reading, writing and oral English at interview/application stage. You may be…
How AF Education helps
AF Education support is 100% free for students. We help you check eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, prepare documents, and submit your application — with clear next steps for Student Finance England where relevant.
FAQs about this course
Is a CertHE the same as a bachelor’s?
No. A Certificate of Higher Education is a shorter Level 4 award and can be a step before further study.
How is the course delivered?
The schedule is Weekday (Full time).
Can mature students apply?
Yes. Mature applicants are often considered through work-experience routes with a CV, references and an interview where required.
Can I get Student Finance England for this course?
AF Education gives England-resident UK home students (not international applicants) free help applying for Student Finance England on eligible courses. Check your eligibility free before you apply.
Does AF Education guarantee a job after the course?
No. AF Education helps with applications and funding checks but does not guarantee jobs or places.
How long is the CertHE Music Business Management?
One year at Level 4.
Can I carry on to the degree afterwards?
UCA lists the BA (Hons) Music Business Management separately; AF Education can check with UCA how CertHE credit carries over.
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