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**Course overview**
Want to learn more about sound design? Discover how to make the sound that you hear on TV, films, radio and music. Learn from industry professionals on our Sound Design foundation year.
Foundation year courses are designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the qualifications yet. Youll learn more about different art specialisms and gain important study skills.
Once you progress on to your Sound Design degree, youll learn through a series of projects that include individual work, collaborative effort...
**Course overview**<br/><br/>Want to learn more about sound design? Discover how to make the sound that you hear on TV, films, radio and music. Learn from industry professionals on our Sound Design foundation year.<br/><br/>Foundation year courses are designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the qualifications yet. Youll learn more about different art specialisms and gain important study skills.<br/><br/>Once you progress on to your Sound Design degree, youll learn through a series of projects that include individual work, collaborative efforts and live briefs. This will allow you to explore every aspect of sound design in a creative way, while developing your own personal practice.<br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- Your foundation year will equip you with the academic skills you need for success.<br/><br/><br/>- Learn about different art specialisms before you progress onto your Sound Design degree.<br/><br/><br/>- Youll work on projects and attend lectures and demonstrations. These are designed to develop the skills you need to become a successful sound designer.<br/><br/><br/>**What youll do**<br/><br/><br/>- Our foundation year will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge for your degree.<br/><br/><br/>- You can develop your skills to suit your interests and learn more about art specialisms.<br/><br/><br/>- Once you progress onto your degree, youll learn new and emerging techniques that span a range of sound design outputs.<br/><br/><br/>**Future Careers**<br/><br/>There are many opportunities for Sound Design graduates. This course covers various industry sectors, preparing you for roles in:<br/><br/><br/>- Music production<br/><br/><br/>- Film and TV<br/><br/><br/>- Animation<br/><br/><br/>- Podcasts and radio<br/><br/><br/>- Audio installations<br/><br/><br/>- Games<br/><br/><br/>- Theatre<br/><br/><br/>- VR/AR/MR<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W371
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
48 points
48 points from Access to HE Diploma
48 points from Higher Level subjects
PPP
5 at Grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
48 points at A2
Pass (D or E)
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