Music Technology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Music Technology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
OVERVIEW
Prepare for a career in the music and media industry with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Music Technology.With access to state-of-the-art, industry-standard equipment and software, you’ll be involved in:\
• Audio post-production\
• Acoustics\
• Electronic music composition\
• Immersive audio\
• Industry studies\
• Live sound production\
• Music recording and production\
• Mastering\
• Synthesis and sound design\
Complementing the theory you’ll learn in class, regular guest lectures from industry professionals will help strengthen your unde...
OVERVIEW
Prepare for a career in the music and media industry with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Music Technology.With access to state-of-the-art, industry-standard equipment and software, you’ll be involved in:\
• Audio post-production\
• Acoustics\
• Electronic music composition\
• Immersive audio\
• Industry studies\
• Live sound production\
• Music recording and production\
• Mastering\
• Synthesis and sound design\
Complementing the theory you’ll learn in class, regular guest lectures from industry professionals will help strengthen your understanding of Music Technology.
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS
• This programme will provide you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to work in the creative music, audio and media sectors.\
• You will develop a wide range of industry relevant technical skills related to music and audio production.\
• This programme is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) and is an Avid Learning Partner.
PROGRAMME DETAILS
Teaching is delivered between two dedicated Apple Mac labs complete with two recording studios and two surround post-production suites, one of which is Dolby Atmos enabled. The studios operate with Pro Tools and Logic with a selection of outboard processing hardware catering for up to 24 channels of recording. You will also have access to industry standard software and hardware. Our Macs are equipped with the latest versions of Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Apple Logic Pro X, Final Cut X and Max for Live.
CAREERS
BSc (Hons) Music Technology graduates have the technical skills, business awareness and networking abilities to secure roles in industries including:\
• Audio post-production\
• Acoustics and live sound\
• Broadcast audio\
• Education\
• Immersive game audio\
• Music mixing & mastering\
• Sound design\
• Video and media production
Course Information
1 option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-07
Campus
Paisley Campus
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A32-D24
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
A level
Including Music or Music Technology and English, plus GCSE Maths or Physics. For Year 2 entry, BBC including Music/Music Technology, English and either Maths or Physics
T Level
in relevant subject For year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject
UCAS Tariff
including Music/Music Technology and English
Scottish HNC
Entry to Year 2 with a HNC in one of the following titles: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology.
Scottish HND
Entry to Year 3 with a HND in one of the following titles: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology
Scottish Higher
Including Music or Music Technology and English plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths or Physics.
Scottish Advanced Higher
For entry to Year 2, including Music/Music Technology, English and either Maths or Physics
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
For year 2 entry, in relevant subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Standard Level For year 2 entry, 28 points including Music, English and either Maths or Physics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Ordinary Level
Search Undergraduate Courses at University of the West of Scotland
Find more courses from University of the West of Scotland with our undergraduate course search.
Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £18,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |


























































,-Bristol.jpg)

















