Music

Our School of Popular Music has a strong reputation for developing highly successful musicians and industry professionals.

Our School of Popular Music has a rich mix of students and music interests and a strong reputation for developing highly successful, rounded musicians and industry professionals.

Career opportunities in the music industry extend well beyond performance. If you don’t see yourself as a performer, you may aspire to a career as a sound engineer, songwriter, producer, promoter, teacher, manager, backline technician, sound designer or composer.

Whatever your enthusiasm, it’ll be nurtured by working interactively with your fellow students with the guidance of tutors who are dedicated to enabling you to fulfil your potential.

Why Study With Us?

Professional staff

Highly qualified staff with years of industry experience.

Modern facilities

State-of-the-art music studios with industry-standard gear.

Industry partnerships

Guest lectures from local and regional industry professionals.

Live performances

Take part in live music projects in and out of college.

Music at Wakefield College

Music Studios

Learn the latest in music technology in our state-of-the-art studios.

Music at Wakefield College

Recording Booths

Practice and record in our specially-designed soundproof recording booths.

Music at Wakefield College

Live Music Space

Get stage ready in our live music space.

Music Courses

School Leavers
Adult Learners
University-level Courses

Level 2 Creative Music Industries

Start Date: September

Level 3 Creative Music Industries (Performance)

Start Date: September

Level 3 Creative Music Industries (Production)

Start Date: September

Access to Higher Education - Music Technology Pathway

Start Date: September

Exploring Music Production

Start Date: Flexible start dates

HNC Music (Production)

Start Date: September/October 2026

HNC Music Performance

Start Date: September/October 2026

HND Music Performance

Start Date: September/October 2026

HND Music Production

Start Date: September/October 2026

Upload 2025

The School of Popular Music’s loud and lively finale to the year is our annual music festival Upload. The Festival celebrates the best that Wakefield College music students have to offer, with a number of bands performing an extensive catalogue of styles from original music to classic songs.

Upload 2025

Wakefield College Creative Industries Newsletter Spring 2025

Meet Our Students

There’s also the more practical side of the course such as playing gigs which was also something I was keen to do to help grow me as a musician.

Ruby

Music

I personally really enjoy the practical and recording side of the course as I’ve always loved playing on stage.

Canice

Music

The course is very engaging and the tutors are always there for you, encouraging you to achieve your best even when things get tough.

Charlie

Music

We are able to access the studio in our free time to keep on practicing our instruments.

Jack

Music

Student Support

Our support services are second to none and we are here to help you succeed.

Learn about our Support Services

Money Matters

Worried about the cost of studying? Financial Support maybe available.

Learn about Financial Support

Apply Now

Applications now open. You can apply through UCAS or directly to the University Centre.

Learn how to apply

Open Events

Visit an Open Event to find out more about our courses and speak with an advisor.

View our forthcoming Open Events