Why you should study this course
The course is designed to reflect the range of areas that make up the subject of music technology and the wide range of jobs that may be available to you once you have completed your studies. The course comes with the following benefits and opportunities:
- Small class sizes so you should have plenty of access to our fantastic facilities.
- A vibrant and creative environment, offering you access to professional practices, new research and outstanding graduate support.
- Dedicated, experienced and qualified teaching staff with a mixture of commercial, academic and research related expertise at an international level.
- For successful graduates, a potential range of career opportunities as music producers, sound engineers, composers, and audio postproduction technicians.
- A course accredited by JAMES, a music industry body that acts on behalf of the association of Professional Recording Services, the Music Producers Guild and the UK Screen Association.
- This course is currently accredited by JAMES Joint Audio Media Education Support for the 2021/22 entry. If there are any changes to the accreditation of this course, we would notify applicants and students as soon as possible.
What you'll study
Year one
This is a practical course that gives you the space to explore your creative interests and innovations while allowing you to develop a solid base of skills and knowledge to further your career aspirations.
Modules
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Skills for Music Technology - 10 credits
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Fundamentals of Sound - 20 credits
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Recording Technology and Techniques - 20 credits
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Audio Electronics - 20 credits
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Sound Art Composition - 20 credits
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Sound Design and Synthesis - 20 credits
Year two
Year two expands on the practical and theoretical lessons learns in year one. There is a particular focus on careers/ employability.
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Music Technology Research - 20 credits
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Acoustics- 20 credits
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The Music Business -20 credits
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Live Sound -20 credits
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Music Production - 20 credits
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Developing a Professional Profile - 10 credits
Final year
In the final year, you will apply your knowledge gained from years one and two. You will cover a range of topics within Music Technology so you are prepared for the field of your interests.
Modules
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Audio Mastering -20 credits
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Audio Plug-in Development -20 credits
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Sound Design and Game Audio - 20 credits
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Music Technology Project - 40 credits
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Professional Portfolio - 10 credits