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WaterBear Brighton

Brighton is one of the best cities in the UK for music, nightlife and the creative arts. A city by the sea, WaterBear is situated in the very heart of it. If you're contemplating pursuing a degree in music, Brighton beckons as an ideal destination. Renowned for its dynamic and diverse music culture, the city has been a fertile ground for nurturing homegrown talents, such as Architects, Royal Blood, Bat for Lashes, The Levellers and Yonaka.

Whether a musician, singer-songwriter, music producer, sound engineer, DJ, vocalist, or simply passionate about how the music industry works, Brighton provides a wealth of resources and opportunities to foster your artistic abilities. From state-of-the-art recording studios to acclaimed live music venues, and famous music festivals.

WaterBear Courses in Brighton

BA (Hons) Professional Music (Performance)

(3 years, on-site)

Starting Sept 2024

The degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated musicians.

BA (Hons) Professional Music (Production)

(3 years, on-site)

Starting Sept 2024

The degree course for serious music producers.

BA (Hons) Professional Music (Songwriting)

(3 years, on-site)

Starting Sept 2024

The degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated artists.

WaterBear x Ditto BA (Hons) Professional Music: Business Degree

(3 years, on-site)

Starting Sept 2024

The degree course for music lovers with a head for business.

BA (Hons) Professional Music (Electronic Music)

(3 years, on-site)

Starting Sept 2024

The degree course for electronic music producers and DJs.

BA (Hons) Creative Music Production

(2 years, online)

Starting Sept 2024

The flexible, online degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated music producers and artists.

BA (Hons) Songwriting & Music Performance

(2 years, online)

Starting Sept 2024

The flexible, online degree course for today’s independent, self-motivated musicians.

MA Music Performance, Production & Business

(1-year, full time)

Starting Sept 2024

For music degree graduates who want to take their music to the next level.

MA Music Business

(1-year, full time)

Starting Sept 2024

For music professionals wanting to amplify their music projects and careers.

BA (Hons) Professional Music with Integrated Foundation Year*

(4 years, on-site) *Subject to approval

Starting Sept 2024

The Integrated Foundation Year at WaterBear is designed as an introductory year prior to transitioning into your specialist BA (Hons) Professional Music course.

Open Days

Our Open Days are relaxed and informal and provide you with the opportunity to find out everything you need to know about WaterBear. You’ll be able to ask questions, chat with staff and students and experience the unique college environment for yourself. Click the link below to find out more and book your place.

Life in Brighton

Located on the South Coast, Brighton and Hove is one the most exciting places to live, bursting with creativity and famed for its eclectic culture. Brighton is less than one hour from London by train.

Facilities

As a college run by professional musicians, we know everything about equipment and what kind of gear you need. Drummers learn on acoustic kits, guitarists and bassists plug into their own amps, music producers and electronic artists work with the latest tech and equipment. You’ll also find classic vintage gear alongside modern musical equipment to give you the best of both worlds.

Accommodation

We work closely with a number of local property agencies to help source the best accommodation for you. Brighton is a busy student town, so if you’re coming to WaterBear and need accommodation, let us know as soon as possible and we'll get things moving for you.

WaterBear Alumni

Finished your course? It doesn’t stop there. The WaterBear Alumni Network will keep you up to date with events, masterclasses, job opportunities, conferences and industry happenings, so even though you’ve stopped studying, you’ll always feel involved and part of the WaterBear family.
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Why We're WaterBear...

- ‘Water bear’ is the common name for a Tardigrade.
- Tardigrades are micro creatures, found everywhere on earth.
- They are the most resilient creatures known.
- They can survive and adapt to their surroundings, even in outer space.
- Their resilience and ability to adapt and survive inspires us in everything we do. We love them.

WaterBear Education Ltd, Hanover House,
118 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG, UK  Map

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 726230

WaterBear Sheffield, Unit 4, Gatecrasher,
49 Eyre Lane, Sheffield S1 4RB, UK

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1143 992720

WaterBear Education Ltd, Hanover House,
118 Queens Road, Brighton BN1 3XG, UK  Map

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1273 726230

WaterBear Sheffield, Unit 4, Gatecrasher,
49 Eyre Lane, Sheffield S1 4RB, UK

Email: [email protected]
Tel: +44 (0) 1143 992720

Why We're WaterBear...

- ‘Water bear’ is the common name for a Tardigrade.
- Tardigrades are micro creatures, found everywhere on earth.
- They are the most resilient creatures known.
- They can survive and adapt to their surroundings, even in outer space.
- Their resilience and ability to adapt and survive inspires us in everything we do. We love them.

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