Our BA (Hons) Voice (Performance and Pedagogy) degree is for aspiring voice professionals and future voice teachers who have a passion for singing or want to bring out the best in others’ voices. You’ll focus on vocal performance, industry skills and pedagogy, and develop a comprehensive foundation in technical skills and methodologies.

September 2027

Duration: 3 Years

UCAS Course Code(s): W324

UCAS Institution Code: L30

Apply Via: UCAS

Study Mode: Full time

Validated By: University of Hull

Course Overview

Whatever your musical interests – pop, classical, jazz, folk or musical theatre – you’ll focus on a genre of your choice, explore a range of different musical styles under our expert guidance and explore all aspects of vocal techniques and practices.

Through tailored one-to-one tuition and taught group sessions with voice professionals, you’ll learn the discipline of performance and stage craft and have the creative freedom to collaborate with other students.

You’ll explore a wide range of career possibilities for voice professionals including community music, music therapy and vocal tuition while refining your proficiency as a performer and versatile voice practitioner.

You’ll have opportunities to engage with music technologies, and develop teaching, vocal health, music theory, composition, voice acting and music business skills you’ll need to cultivate a successful career in the music industry and beyond.

Industry Collaboration

Gain real-world inspiration and guidance through masterclasses, Q&As and creative sessions with industry professionals, giving you a chance to connect with the people shaping the future of the industry.

Creative Opportunities

You’ll get to perform on and off campus, collaborate with songwriters, producers, vocal groups and choirs, and work alongside voice professionals to hone your creative and training skills.

Facilities

You’ll have access to industry-standard resources in your free time to pursue your own projects, whether that be working in our extensive range of practice rooms, rehearsing in band rooms, or recording in Mac Labs or studios.

Graduate Destinations

Graduates can go into live performance as a solo artist, vocal coach, community music facilitator, writer, industry practitioner or entrepreneur. Progression to our postgraduate music degrees in performance, songwriting, composition and production will be available with fee discounts.

Modules & Assessment method

Apply, Audition & Fees

Course Facts & Documents

What You Will Study (See Modules and Specifications)

Each year of the course is structured into three distinct strands:

Performance Skills 1 and 2

Musicianship Skills 1 and 2

Pedagogy 1 and 2

Performance Skills 3 and 4

Industry Skills 1 and 2

Pedagogy 3 and 4

Research Project:

Professional Skills 1 and 2

Pedagogy 5 and 6

Major Project

Assessment method

By employing a variety of assessment methods, the BA Voice (Performance & Pedagogy) aims to comprehensively evaluate students’ progress, knowledge, skills and reflections, while providing them with valuable feedback and support to further their development. Assessment methods include:

Vocal Performance;

Teaching Practicum Assessments;

Research and academic writing / presentation;

Portfolio Submission

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

BA (Hons) - 3 Years

96 UCAS tariff points from level 3 studies or equivalent, which normally include A Level Music or a BTEC Extended Diploma in a Music-related subject.

A minimum of three GCSEs including English Language at Grade C / Grade 4 or above or equivalent international qualification, eg IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component).

Performance and Musical Theory Standard

Read our full entry requirements to see more detail on musical performance and theory standards.

How to Apply

Apply via: UCAS Undergraduate (not Conservatoires)

Read our step-by-step application guide

Auditions

Applicants will need to audition, interview and/or submit a portfolio of work.

Exact requirements vary depending on which programme you are applying for.

Find more detailed audition information for applicants.

Leeds Conservatoire does not charge audition fees for any Undergraduate or Postgraduate course.

In many cases, if you prefer to submit your audition online rather than attend in person, this is an option. However, we don't want travel costs to be a barrier to attending in-person auditions at Leeds Conservatoire, so help is available for many applicants where finances are an issue. Eligibility and bursary application information is available on our audition information page.

Fees & Funding

For detailed information regarding tuition fees, payment options, and financial support:

Please visit our Fees and Funding page.

International Applicants

If you are an international applicant, visit our dedicated International section of the website for information on:

How To Apply

International Entry Requirements

Fees & Funding for International Students

Study Mode: Full Time

Validated by: University of Hull

Programme Specifications

BA Voice (Performance and Pedagogy) Programme Specifications

“I was so excited to be selected for the Leeds Conservatoire touring scheme. You get the chance to plan out the whole package, the whole product. It’s not just a one-off show, it’s a series of live performances that allowed me to bring my sound to a wider audience.”

– Lucy Whittaker, Popular Music graduate

Performance Opportunities

Students on our Popular pathway play at our regular showcase, ‘Crosswire’, and perform at venues throughout the city, including the Brudenell Socal Club, Belgrave Music hall, Oporto and Nation of Shopkeepers. In addition, many of our students join the Contemporary Pop Choir and other extra-curricular ensembles that the college run.

Recently, students have performed at:

Sound City Festival (Liverpool)

Eurosonic Festival (Netherlands)

The Royal Festival Hall (London)

Crosswire (a regular night for Leeds College

of Music Pop and Production students)

BBC One’s Pitch Battle (Winners) – made up of singers from our Contemporary Pop Choir

Find out more

Find out what it's like to study at Leeds Conservatoire by coming along to one of our Open Days.

As well as talks and tours specific to the courses you're interested in, you can also chat to our staff and students.

We have over 70 teaching rooms, practice rooms and bespoke ensemble rehearsal spaces, as well as a comprehensive library of instruments, mics and recording equipment, that are all available until late during term-time.

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