About Music Production & Sound Engineering

This course is tailored for individuals passionate about the technical and creative aspects of music creation. It equips you with the skills to record, produce, mix, and master music for a variety of genres and platforms.

Quick Facts
Duration
3 Years (Full-time)
Extended Options
4 Years with Foundation
Placement Option
Optional Placement Year Available
Course Overview

You will learn to operate industry-standard recording equipment, software, and digital audio workstations, while developing an understanding of acoustics, signal processing, and sound design. The programme also covers the business side of music, including rights management, contracts, and promotion, ensuring you are prepared for a career in a fast-paced industry. Practical experience is at the heart of the course — you will work in professional studio environments, collaborate with musicians and producers, and develop a portfolio that showcases your abilities. Industry projects, guest lectures, and networking opportunities help you build valuable connections and real-world insight.

Modules
Foundation Year
  • Introduction to Sound and Audio
  • Digital Music Tools and Techniques
  • Creative Industries Overview
  • Academic and Professional Skills
Year 1
  • Fundamentals of Music Production
  • Sound Engineering Basics
  • Studio Recording Techniques
  • Music Theory for Producers
  • Introduction to the Music Industry
Year 2
  • Advanced Mixing and Mastering
  • Sound Design and Synthesis
  • Live Sound Engineering
  • Collaborative Studio Project
  • Music Licensing and Distribution
Year 3
  • Professional Portfolio Development
  • Advanced Audio Post-Production
  • Music Entrepreneurship and Marketing
  • Final Major Project (EP, album, or sound design portfolio)
Careers

Graduates will leave with the technical expertise and creative confidence to work in music production, live sound, or audio engineering across a variety of industries. They will be able to produce and engineer professional-quality audio, adapt to emerging technologies, and manage music projects from concept to release. Opportunities exist in recording studios, live venues, broadcast media, film, gaming, and as independent producers or engineers.

Career Routes
Music Producer
Sound Engineer
Mixing/Mastering Engineer
Live Sound Technician
Audio Post-Production Specialist
Sound Designer
Additional Information

Graduates can also progress to postgraduate study in Music Technology, Sound Design, or related creative and technical fields.

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