Sound Engineering and Audio Production BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sound Engineering and Audio Production BSc (Hons)
The BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Audio Production course is designed for those who want to master the technical aspects of sound production. You’ll explore music production, sound design for games and film, broadcast audio and more, gaining the technical expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a competitive and fast-changing industry. With access to world-class studios and industry-standard technology, you’ll learn from professionals actively working across the creative sectors. The course prepares you to build a sustainable portfolio career internationall...
The BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Audio Production course is designed for those who want to master the technical aspects of sound production. You’ll explore music production, sound design for games and film, broadcast audio and more, gaining the technical expertise, creativity and entrepreneurial mindset to thrive in a competitive and fast-changing industry. With access to world-class studios and industry-standard technology, you’ll learn from professionals actively working across the creative sectors. The course prepares you to build a sustainable portfolio career internationally, or to step into established company roles with confidence.<br/><br/>Industry exposure at Tileyard - as part of your degree you’ll get exclusive access to the UK’s best music industry insights and connections through our partnership with Tileyard – the world’s largest professional music community.<br/><br/>You can expect opportunities to further develop your portfolio, industry knowledge and those all-important connections and contacts.<br/><br/><strong>Key features</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Gain hands-on industry experience while you study, with industry opportunities built into the course to ensure you graduate with the practical skills needed to make it in the industry.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Use industry-leading equipment: Learn how to use specialist tech and equipment including SSL Duality, Neumann and Schoeps Studer.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work on live briefs: Boost your CV and industry connections by working on live briefs set by industry giants.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Study in the heart of Nottingham: One of Europe’s top 25 student cities, and home to over 75,000 learners.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Employability</strong><br/><br/>Your time at NTU doesn’t have to stop once you finish your undergraduate course. Choose to continue your studies on our postgraduate degrees that can help you further develop your skills and obtain the experience you need to get a head start in your career.<br/><br/>Typical job roles in industry might include:<br/><br/><br/>• Sound designer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Audio producer/engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Mastering engineer<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Technology R&D<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Acoustician<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Post-production engineer. <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Facilities</strong><br/><br/>You’ll study and learn in the heart of a world-class venue – Metronome on our City Campus.<br/><br/>With its unrivalled reputation for the quality of its sound and visuals, Metronome hosts a successful commercial programme of live events throughout the year – and it’s here where you’ll learn from the best and gain real work experience.<br/><br/>This world-class venue is home to some amazing facilities, jam-packed with recording studios, rehearsal rooms, performances spaces, and a 400-capacity venue.<br/><br/>Industry kit and facilities:<br/><br/><br/>• Exigy and MPC ATC monitors<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Specialist IT and production suites with software such as Logic, Pro Tools, Ableton<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Industry-standard recording, mixing and mastering studios including SSL Duality, Neumann and Schoeps Studer equipment<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Dolby Atmos studio<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Specialist IT Suites with Logic, Pro Tools, N.I Komplete M4L and Ableton software<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Performance rehearsal rooms<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 400 capacity live events venue<br/><br/><br/>• Post-production suites including Soundfield, 5.1, Foley Room, Binaural and VR technology<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Synth Lab: a shrine to the synthesiser<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Audient Heritage Console<br/><br/><br/><br/>• SSL Duality 48 Channel Super Analogue Console<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Neumann Microphones<br/><br/><br/><br/>• EMT 140 Plate Reverb<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Outboard from TubeTech and AP, DAWs (such as FL Studio, Ableton, Pro Tools, Logic, Reaper)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Studer A827 2 inch 24 Track Tape Machine<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Plug Ins from Sound Toys, Arturia, SSL and Slate Digital. <br/><br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
City Campus
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Course Code
J941
Institution Code
N91
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
104
112
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including A-Level Music Technology or Production or equivalent).
Access to HE Diploma
Pass your Access course with 60 credits overall with a minimum of 45 credits at level 3 including Music Technology or Production modules.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
DMM from a BTEC Extended Diploma including relevant Music Technology or Production modules.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and up to two other qualifications including A-Level Music Technology or Production or equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from your BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and up to three other qualifications (one of which must be A-Level equivalent including Music Technology or Production).
A level
104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points from up to four qualifications (two of which must be A-level equivalent including A-Level Music Technology or Production or equivalent)
T Level
We will consider T Levels for entry to this course, either as stand-alone qualifications or in conjunction with other Level 3 qualifications, in accordance with the specified course tariff points.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,790 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £18,700 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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