APPLIED ACOUSTICS MSc
If you’re a professional acoustician, you can top up your existing qualifications to achieve a highly regarded masters degree – all by distance learning
Study at a leading centre with over 30 years’ experience of delivering acoustics courses
Boost your career prospects by gaining a recognised masters degree which will set you apart within the profession
Build on your basic acoustics knowledge and gain the high-level skills to review different methods of noise assessment and control
Adopt interdisciplinary approaches to solving acoustic problems and draw on real-world case studies
Undertake work-based projects which are tailored to your current role and the needs of your employer
Choose between full-time and part-time routes to the MSc and enjoy all the benefits and convenience of distance learning
Learn from experienced acousticians renowned for their wide-ranging consultancy work and influential research
Campus Information
Derby
Our Derby Campus is made up of several different sites. Getting between them and the halls of residence couldn't be easier. Whether you're heading to lectures or into town, you can hop on to our free Unibuses or enjoy a walk to unwind or set you up for the day.
Intakes
- Jan
- May
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
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
Gaining the MSc will enhance your career and promotion prospects, paving the way to more senior roles in industry, consultancy, local authorities and statutory bodies.
It will help you continue your professional development, bring you up to date with the challenges facing acousticians today and give you insights into latest methods of assessment and control.
You’ll also develop valuable research, critical thinking and analytical skills which will serve you well as you advance your career.
If you’d like to pursue further academic research, the MSc is also an excellent platform for studying at PhD level.
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
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
14900 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: 28 GBP

