
Audio Technology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Audio Technology BSc (Hons)
The programme looks at a wide range of audio and new technologies and provides the opportunity to design and develop audio applications and systems.
GCU has an excellent reputation for teaching audio technology and continues to undertake exciting technical and education research in this area which feeds into the programme.
GCU’s specialist audio facilities have a range of industry-standard equipment and software, providing a stimulating environment for study and experimentation.
The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology ...
The programme looks at a wide range of audio and new technologies and provides the opportunity to design and develop audio applications and systems.<br/><br/>GCU has an excellent reputation for teaching audio technology and continues to undertake exciting technical and education research in this area which feeds into the programme. <br/><br/>GCU’s specialist audio facilities have a range of industry-standard equipment and software, providing a stimulating environment for study and experimentation.<br/><br/>The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as well as the Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES) group. Students also benefit from guest lectures by industry experts.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
J932
Institution Code
G42
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 3
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
B,B,C,C
to include Maths plus a Science or Technology Higher
Access to HE Diploma
M:45
60 credits overall with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit in Engineering, Science or Technology subject. Must include Maths
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
26
including HL Maths plus a Science or Technology subject at HL 4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
In an Engineering subject.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3
Including Maths plus a Science or Technology subject
Scottish HND
Pass
Year 3 Entry: HND Sound Production with B in the graded unit
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
A level
C,C,C
to include Maths plus a Science or Technology subject
T Level
Pass (C and above)
Media, Broadcast and Production
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £15,200 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |