Music Production

Music production is the craft and art of shaping recorded sound, from the initial recording of instruments and voices through to the final mix and master that audiences hear. It sits at the intersection of musical knowledge, technical skill, and creative judgement, requiring an understanding of acoustics and sound engineering alongside an ear for what makes a piece of music compelling. Music producers are central to the contemporary music industry, working with artists and labels to develop, capture, and polish the music that defines popular culture, and the digital revolution has expanded both the tools available and the contexts in which production skills are relevant.

At the University of Chester, this three-year, full-time programme develops your music production abilities across a range of contemporary styles and contexts. You will develop proficiency with digital audio workstations, studio recording techniques, mixing, sound design, and music technology, alongside a deeper understanding of musical structures, arrangement, and the creative decisions that define production as an art form. The programme engages with both the craft and the business of music production, developing your awareness of the industry contexts in which your skills will be deployed.

Chester's music facilities and its connections to the regional music scene provide a practical and professional context for your studies.

This programme includes a year abroad, giving you the opportunity to experience music production in a different cultural and educational context, which can significantly enrich your creative perspective and your professional network. Graduates from music production programmes go on to careers as music producers, sound engineers, recording engineers, mixing and mastering engineers, music supervisors for film and television, and music technology educators. The technical, creative, and collaborative skills the programme develops are also valuable in sound design, post-production, broadcasting, and content creation more broadly.