Gain valuable inspiration, experience, connections, and knowledge on this dynamic BA (Hons) Music Business course, as you get ready to forge your own path in this vibrant industry.
Benefit from real opportunities, experienced and dedicated staff, and strong industry links, with previous guest speakers from renowned companies including Universal Music, Sony Columbia Records, BBC Radio One, Live Nation, and Ticketmaster, as well as Stevie Wonder's manager, Keith Harris.
Develop vital skills in music conference management, digital marketing, and event or festival management work Â鶹Դ´ record labels and arts organisations and enjoy regular placements and employment opportunities in the UK, Europe, and the US. Build your strengths through your studies and let us help you make your next moves in this diverse field.
Special features
You will study and develop your skills at UHI Perth, in their state-of-the-art music facilities
Small class sizes provide a more personal learning experience
You will be supported by staff who are active within the industry
Each year, you will have the opportunity to attend industry events. Previous students have attended SXSW (USA), Eurosonic (Netherlands), BIME (Spain), Reeperbahn Festival (Germany), and Tallinn Music Week (Estonia)
You will learn how to establish your own music business
You will have the opportunity to undertake work placements across Scotland, the UK and Europe
What can I do on completion of my course?
The BA (Hons) Music Business provides the flexibility to focus on your individual interests and develop the necessary employability skills required for a successful career in the music industry. Graduates of this course are now working in a variety of areas across Scotland, the UK and Europe, including:
Events and festival management
Digital music industries
Arts organisation management
Business development
Live music promotion
Artist management
Social media management
Marketing and public relations
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
September 2025
UHI Perth
Crieff Road,
Perth,
Perth and Kinross,
PH1 2NX, Scotland, United Kingdom
Entry to year one, HNC is 1 Scottish Higher at grade C or above OR
1 A level at grade D or above
Alternatively: NPA in Music Business; NC Music; or an NC that includes communication, numeracy and IT skills OR
Foundation Apprenticeship Creative and Digital Media
You will also have to undertake an interview to assess your motivation and passion for the music industry
Applicants with other qualifications or experience will be considered on an individual basis
Advanced entry:
Entry to year two of the degree, DipHE, is the HNC Music Business, or similar HNC from other colleges with a B or above in the Graded Unit
Advanced entry to year three is possible with an HND Music Business, with a B or above in the Graded Unit
IELTS Academic - Overall score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT4 - Min 78 or above with min 18 in each section.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
The University of the Highlands and Islands prides itself in its small class sizes, offering a personalised and focussed style of learning.
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