Birmingham City University - MUSIC TECHNOLOGY - BSC (HONS)

Birmingham City University

MUSIC TECHNOLOGY - BSC (HONS)

Study our BSc (Hons) Music Technology degree at Birmingham City University. This course is aimed at the technical music producer, and will train you to use technology to create, record and distribute music. We will provide you with industry connections, live projects and a wide, in-depth knowledge of the field. 

You’ll leave with a valuable blend of creative ability and practical skills in music production, alongside solid business awareness and a strong understanding of technology. 

Entry Requirements

Essential Requirements: 

120 UCAS tariff points from A/AS Level

GCSE: 

  • GCSE English language and mathematics at grade C/4 or above
  • Equivalent level 2 qualifications can be accepted - please see UCAS for list of acceptable Maths and English equivalents considered in lieu of GCSE
  • Must have been achieved at the point of enrolment

IELTS: 

6.0 overall with 5.5 minimum in all bands

Career Prospects

Our BSc (Hons) Music Technology course was set up to meet the growing demand for people within the music and audio industries who are able to use technology to assist in the creation, performance and distribution of music.

We will train you to become the next generation of musically-informed engineers, with a strong understanding of underlying technical principles in order to make informed decisions about appropriate technologies. You will analyse and critically evaluate live musical events and sound recordings, as well as music technology products, systems, processes and designs. You’ll also have the opportunity to study in our world-class facilities in our Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Course Details

Our BSc (Hons) Music Technology course was set up to meet the growing demand for people within the music and audio industries who are able to use technology to assist in the creation, performance and distribution of music. We will train you to become the next generation of musically-informed engineers, with a strong understanding of underlying technical principles in order to make informed decisions about appropriate technologies.

You will analyse and critically evaluate live musical events and sound recordings, as well as music technology products, systems, processes and designs. You’ll also have the opportunity to study in our world-class facilities in our Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.

Year One

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
Acoustic Fundamentals 20 credits
Sound Recording 20 credits
Digital Audio Fundamentals 20 credits
Music Studies 20 credits
Sequencing and Synthesis 20 credits
Audio Electronics

Year Two

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
Sampling, Editing and Production 20 credits
Recording, Production and Delivery 20 credits
Digital Signal Processing 20 credits
Music and Critical Studies 20 credits
Music and Audio Industries 20 credits
Acoustic Applications

Year Three

CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):
Individual Honours Project 40 credits
Multi-Channel Sound Production 20 credits
Production and Mastering 20 credits
Digital Audio Effects OR New Interfaces for Musical Expression 20 credits
Game Audio

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