BA (Hons) Vocal and Choral Studies

This Vocal and Choral Studies course explores the anatomy and physiology of the voice.

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BA (Hons) Vocal and Choral Studies at University of Winchester

Vocal and Choral Studies at Winchester is an innovative programme that sets out to explore the range of ways in which the human voice has been used for various purposes and in various contexts and cultures. Study includes practical exploration of singing, speaking and extended vocal work as well as a thorough grounding in applied vocal anatomy and physiology. The course also provides students with the skills and experience to lead workshops and choirs in professional practice, education and community outreach work.

Fact File

SINGLE/COMBINED HONOURS

UCAS codes: W311 BA/VCS

Typical offer: 260-300 points

International Baccalaureate: 25 points

Degree duration:
3 years full-time 6 years part-time

If English is not your first language:
IELTS 6.0 (including 6.0 in writing) or a TOEFL iBT score of 87 or equivalent * subject to validation (Single Honours)

Selection Process: Suitable Single Honours applicants will be invited to attend an interview with the teaching team. They will also be asked to present a song/spoken monologue and participate in a group workshop

Course Enquiries and Applications
Telephone: +44 (0) 1962 827234
Email: course.enquiries@winchester.ac.uk

For Combined Honours UCAS codes and entry requirements

Programme Content

The programme explores the human voice operating in a variety of styles and cultures. Its curriculum delivers extensive training in basic voice skill, public speaking, and voice work for professional presenting and public relations services as well as singing and speaking in a range of contexts. It explores the anatomy and physiology of the voice, encourages students to apply this knowledge in an exploration of different singing styles and techniques and develops students’ ability to lead workshops and choirs. Students are challenged to consider the variety of contexts in which voice is used in the twenty-first century and graduates of this programme are well prepared to deliver performances, workshops and community projects as well as to pursue further specialist training in the wider field of voice studies.

Facilities
The University is equipped with a TV studio, a Multimedia Centre containing music composition and video editing software, rehearsal studios and music practice rooms. There is also a state-ofthe- art performance space on campus, a new performing arts building and other performance spaces.

 

Modules

Year 1
• Applied Vocal Anatomy, Physiology
and Vocal Health
• Between Speech and Song
• Voice and Contexts
• Group Vocal Performance

Year 2
• Approaches to Working with the Voice
• The Voice in Performance
• Workshop Practice
• Theories of Voice

Year 3
• Negotiated Industry-based Project
• Performance Project
• Theorising the Voice
• Cultural Entrepreneurship

Careers

Graduates are able to work in a variety of community contexts including community music making, educational project leadership and leadership of choral ensembles. Students are also equipped to enter careers requiring competent public speaking and voice coaching. The programme provides a strong foundation for postgraduate study or further training in voice either as a teacher or performer.

Combinations

BA (Hons) Choreography and Dance
BA (Hons) Drama
BA (Hons) English Language Studies
BA (Hons) Modern Liberal Arts
BA (Hons) Performing Arts (Contemporary Performance)

Combined Honours programmes enable you to study two subjects, jointly (50% / 50%) and it is possible to transfer to a Single Honours programme at the end of Year 1.