B.SC (HONS) SOUND ENGINEERING AND PRODUCTION
Sound engineers are essential to how we perceive live and recorded sound. As digital listening experiences expand, and listeners engage on different platforms and in different locations, sound quality and delivery is paramount. From engineering studio sessions, to creative sound design, to ensuring high quality live sound for concerts and events, you'll develop the professional knowledge to experience and deliver audio at the highest standard.
For over 60 years Salford has pioneered acoustics teaching and research. Combining audio engineering theory and studio-based delivery, this practical degree will equip you with the skills to build a career in the music and audio industries. You'll critically evaluate new audio developments and apply them creatively. Led by our world-renowned acoustics team, you’ll experience cutting-edge acoustic testing facilities, advanced laboratories and industry-standard studio equipment as you build your skillset.
Our Audio/Sound Technology and Acoustics courses scored 91% for learning resources in the National Student Survey 2020 (University of Salford analysis of unpublished NSS 2020 data)
You will:
- Develop your knowledge of the recording process, enhanced by scientific and technical aspects
- Acquire production knowledge of a variety of practical applications, including radio, TV, studio recording and live sound, as well as game audio and augmented reality
- Learn how to use the industry standard software tools for the generation, control, processing and audio reproduction
- Experience the relationships between sound and the environment, wherever it is being produced
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 15
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Graduates from this degree course are well-placed to become major players in the diverse world of sound, music production, acoustics and audio. Audio and acoustics graduates often develop careers as studio and live producers/engineers, broadcast engineers, gaming audio engineers, product developers, acoustics and audio researchers, and acoustics consultants.
Our graduates have excellent career prospects in acoustic consultancy and audio-related industries, with Salford alumni progressing their career in roles with Arup, BBS, Apple, Dolby, Jaguar Land Rover and Bang and Olufson.
PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
GCSE
English Language and Mathematics at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.
A level
112-120 UCAS points including minimum of a grade C in Mathematics or a technical or scientific subject (for example, Physics, Music Technology, IT or Electronics)
Undergraduate
The following grades are normally required (exam board in brackets): 50% (West Bengal), 55% (ISC, awarded by CISCE), 60% (CBSE), 65% (all other state boards) for undergraduate study.
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- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
46800 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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