SOUND ENGINEERING AND PRODUCTION - BSC (HONS)

Our BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production degree course will provide you with the creative skills and versatility you need to succeed in a constantly evolving, challenging industry.

You’ll have access to world-class facilities so that you can experiment with music production, sound engineering, audio electronics and much more.

Available in the UK to home and international students, the course enables you to study a diverse programme, ensuring students are incredibly well equipped for employment within the industry once completing their degree.

Our students come from around the world and our Sound Engineering and Production course reflects this diversity.

WHAT'S COVERED IN THIS COURSE?

This course has been designed to meet the requirements found within the audio industry, providing a dynamic study programme that focuses on live and studio sound engineering, audio electronics, audio software engineering, acoustics and business principles. This combination of subjects ensures you’ll be employable in a range of career paths.

You’ll be able to use technology to assist in the capture and manipulation of sound. Our course combines practical, hands-on training with theoretical and academic understanding, giving you a holistic conception of sound technology.

Audio engineering is a highly dynamic sector, driven by rapid technological advancement. We will ensure that you have the skills to develop and maintain the next generation of models for production, performance and measurement.

You will develop key transferrable skills, such as teamwork, reflection and self-awareness. You’ll also gain analytical skills through coursework tasks, as well as enhancing your problem solving using a range of systems and technologies.

Throughout the duration of your course you will be presented with several chances to gain hands-on industry experience, through musical festivals, events and much more. As a Sound Engineering and Production student you will receive the opportunity to undertake trips through the Live Sound Society.

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

Birmingham City University's Module Industrial Mentors scheme aims to enhance graduate employability by fostering ongoing engagement with industry specialists. This innovative approach allows students to explore specific subject areas with experienced professionals in the music and audio sector. Students can choose to undertake an assessed sandwich year between their second and final year, providing valuable work experience and real-life skills. The first year Music and Audio Industries and second-year Employability, Projects and Management modules are designed to provide insight into the dynamic sector and help with career development.
Lewis Planter, a BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production graduate, has a successful career as a freelance music producer and songwriter. He has collaborated with artists like Danielle DI, collaborated with a Jamaican radio personality and disc jockey on the Ragga Riddim Compilation, and produced the track 'Answer to your Name' from Protoje's chart-topping reggae album 'Ancient Future.' Planter's experience at Birmingham City University has inspired current students to pursue their degree in music production and engineering.
The Sound Engineering and Production course offers a'sandwich' year, allowing students to undertake an industrial placement after the second year of study. This placement can take place in recording studios, record companies, professional audio, and theatres. Students have previously undertaken placements with companies like SSE, Midas/Klark Teknik (The Music Group), and Dolby.
In the past, students have undertaken year-long placements to gain crucial contemporary industry experience. For example, Christopher Savva, who worked at the International Federation of Phonographic Industry, gained valuable experience in anti-piracy work and a week-long assisting role within Sony RCA Records' marketing department.