Computer Science and Music Production BA (Hons)

Computer Science and Music Production at Keele combines computing with creativity, preparing you for careers in both technology and the creative industries. You’ll develop skills in programming, software development, and music production, alongside hands-on experience with industry tools and real-world projects. A final-year project lets you specialise in computing, music production, or both, building a strong foundation for diverse career paths.<br/><br/><strong>Why choose this course?</strong><br/>• Focus on hands-on programming and software development, along with industry skills in using technology for music production, sound design, screen music, audio-visual work, and music software<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Engage creatively with industry-standard programming languages, audio software and hardware  <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain real-world experience, from an industry-linked research project to optional work placement  <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain real-world experience, from an industry-linked research project to optional work placement  <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Employability skills are woven throughout the course  <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Discover diverse cultures through an International Year opportunity, at a partner university across the globe <br/><br/><br/><br/>Computer Science and Music Production blends computing with creativity, helping you develop both practical skills and academic knowledge. <br/><br/>The programme combines a strong foundation in theory with hands-on experience in computer programming and software development. You’ll also gain industry-relevant skills in areas such as music production, sound design, screen music, audio-visual work, and music software. This will prepare you for careers in the fast-moving music industry, including sound recording, audio engineering, production, and broadcasting. <br/><br/>The curriculum brings together computing skills, technical expertise, creative practice, and academic study. You’ll work with industry-standard programming languages, audio software, and hardware, while exploring key cultural and critical ideas. Practical experience is developed through placement opportunities and engagement with external partners. <br/><br/>In your final year, a double project in Computer Science and Music Production allows you to either build a reliable, secure, and usable computer system, or produce a substantial creative portfolio or research project in music production. <br/><br/><strong>About Keele</strong><br/><br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.<br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.<br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.