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Course overview
This BMus (Hons) in Composition for Film, Games & other Media delivered by the University for the Creative Arts, is designed to give you a focused set of skills that can be applied to a broad range of media contexts. This course is aimed at producing versatile, musically literate graduates with the skills, theoretical knowledge and networks needed to develop lasting careers as professional composers for film, TV, games and other media.
Every aspect of composing is covered, and you will learn how to write for live instruments and deal with real musicians through the Musical Directing modules.
You will get to study at our new cutting-edge campus located in the heart of London, guided by our industry-experienced tutors. At LCCM we create a friendly atmosphere, to help you nurture your talents and find the inspiration needed to pursue your art.
Upon graduation, you will leave LCCM as an all-around, musically literate individual, equipped with the skills, theoretical knowledge, and networks needed to develop a lasting career as a professional composer for film, TV, games, and other media.
Apply now and turn your passion into your profession this year.
Job outcomes
- Media music composer for TV, radio and games
- Film music composer
- Arranger
- Musical director
- Programmer
- Executive, manager, administrator, or officer in the music or wider entertainment industry
What you'll learn
The BMus Music Composition for Film course is designed to give you a broad range of skills to maximise your employability.
You will develop high-level skills in composing music for all forms of visual media, with each level building on the knowledge gained from the previous one.
Your course is therefore designed to give you a focused set of skills that you can apply to a broad range of media contexts.
While gaining a music composition degree, you will develop high-level composition, arranging and technology skills that relate to composing music for all forms of media, for example film, TV and games.
Study method
- In-class
- Blended
- Online

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Duration study load
- Full-time: Three years
- Part-time: Six years
Entry requirements
Undergraduate (3 Years)
- UCAS Points: 104
- A Levels: BCC or ACD or ABE or A* A* Equivalent
- BTEC extended diploma: DMM
Entry is subject to a talent audition & music theory test.
Relevant equivalent work experience or talent audition (including music theory test) can be considered in place of formal qualifications.
Please click here to see the Audition Guidelines document for this Programme.
Subjects
Block 1
- Harmony 1 & The Music Industry Landscape
- Musical Directing & Arranging 1
- Composing for Media 1 (Documentary) & Programming
Block 2
- Harmony 2 & History of Popular Music
- Musical Directing & Arranging 2
- Composing for Media 2 (TV) & Programming
Block 1
- Harmony & Theory 3
- Musical Directing and Arranging 3
- Composing for Media (Games) 3
Block 2
- Harmony & Theory 4
- Musical Directing and Arranging 4
- Composing for Media (Action Thriller) 4
Block 1
- Harmony & World Music or Jazz Arranging
- Musical Directing and Arranging 5
- Composing for Media (Broadcast) 5
Block 2
- Working in the Music Industry
- Musical Directing and Arranging 6
- Composing for Media (Film) 6
About London College of Contemporary Music
LCCM is the highest-ranked provider of music performance and music business degrees in the UK by student satisfaction (NSS 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022) and graduate employment (80% in skilled roles, HESA 2021). Our Central London location means you literally can’t get closer to Europe’s entertainment and music industry. Our degrees are awarded by the University for the Creative Arts, the leading arts university in national league tables (2020) and awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Above all, at LCCM we value originality and innovation, not a one-size-fits-all model for mass music education. Our passion for innovation extends from our belief that every musician, vocalist or producer is uniquely themselves and can pursue a sound and style that is compelling, fresh and true.
LCCM is thrilled to have legendary music executive Dr Mathew Knowles as the Guest Visiting Lecture. At both Music World Entertainment Corporation and Sanctuary, Dr Knowles masterminded the careers of Destiny’s Child, daughters Beyoncé and Solange, and legends such as Chaka Khan, The O’Jays, Earth, Wind & Fire, amongst many others. He often cites Malcolm Gladwell and the principle that you need to dedicate 10,000 hours to become a master of your discipline. It just happens that a three-year degree - if you pursue your talent and potential on a full-time basis - adds up to 10,000 hours. Imagine spending all that time somewhere that doesn’t have all the above benefits.
Graduate opportunities and the skills demanded by employers today are radically different than in the past. Our unique approach recognises this, giving you a practical education that not only helps you master your chosen subject or instrument, but actively encourages collaboration, communication, initiative and hard work. With a reputation for nurturing creative talent, we have successfully bridged the gap between traditional universities, conservatoires and rock and pop schools, by combining the best elements of all three into a modern centre for artistic, creative and academic excellence.