96 – 120 UCAS tariff points, CCC – BBB at A levels, MMM – DDM at BTEC, or a Merit in your T-Level.
Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare.
Sound and music is at the heart of the creative industries. If you want a career in a diverse creative sector that’s full of opportunities – both here in the UK, and right across the world – then this course is for you. Our award-winning team of lecturers and technicians will support you to develop your skills and knowledge to the highest level. Follow us on Instagram for the very latest Sound and Music updates.
Our Sound and Music Production BA (Hons) course scored 93% for teaching in the National Student Survey 2023.
You’ll gain the practical skills you’ll need to work on sound and music projects in a wide range of industry settings. You’ll study a wide range of areas, from composition and sound design for film, television, games and advertising through to immersive sound for VR environments – as well as electronic music production, studio and location recording, and live sound engineering.
Our students have worked on placement for Cooking Vinyl Records, Steve Winwood’s Wincraft Music Studios, as live Sound Engineers at major UK festivals, at blockchain music specialists Blokur – as well as providing sound and music production services for a host of corporate clients.
You’ll learn from a mix of practical sessions, lectures, group work and professional experiences – with assessment 100% by coursework. You’ll learn in industry-standard recording studios, production labs, interactive platforms and. specialist software and hardware.
You’ll have access to our suite of audio production facilities – including four music studios, an immersive sound lab that’s equipped with a 22.2 spatial audio array, a Soho-style dubbing theatre, three Mac labs that all run Pro Tools, Logic, Ableton and MAX / MSP – as well as rehearsal rooms and fabrication labs where you work on creating interactive music hardware.
Throughout the course you’ll learn to use these facilities, develop expertise in live sound engineering for settings that range from small venues through to festival stages and live streaming and collaborate with songwriters, performers, film makers, animators, games designers and a range of other creative students to create music and sound for a variety of audio and screen media projects.
96 – 120 UCAS tariff points, CCC – BBB at A levels, MMM – DDM at BTEC, or a Merit in your T-Level.
Entry to this course is by interview. Check out our Interview Guide to learn what to expect and help you prepare.
English Language or Literature and Maths Grade 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) are normally required.
We welcome applications from mature students (aged 21 and over) and do not necessarily require the same academic qualifications as school leaving applicants, although some entry requirements may still apply for Professionally Accredited Courses. We accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas and make offers on an individual basis.
Please read the entry requirements for your country – and contact our admissions team if you have questions.
Here's an example of the types of modules you'll study (the contents and structure of the course are reviewed occasionally, but it is unlikely that there will be significant change).
Module information is not available for this programme.
Start date | Location | UCAS code |
Fee (UK) Fee per year |
Fee (international) Fee per year |
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Sep 2024 | Park, Cheltenham | W371 | £9,250 | £16,600 |
Sep 2025 | Park, Cheltenham | W371 | TBC | TBC |
International students can benefit from a range of scholarships and bursaries across many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. |
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At UoG we create a climate for bravery and growth. We instil confidence in all our students, so you can graduate career-ready and meet your ambitions.
96% of our graduates are in work or further study*, but if you’re not in a job 6 months after graduating we’ll guarantee you 6 months of free support, followed by the offer of a paid internship to kickstart your career – plus we’ll commit to lifetime career coaching. Eligibility conditions apply**
Discover our promisesSound and Music Production graduates emerge as versatile professionals, equipped to shape the auditory landscape in various creative industries.
As a sound designer, you’ll craft immersive sonic experiences, while music producers bring compositions to life. Delve into the technical realm as a skilled sound engineer, shaping audio landscapes with precision or unleash your creativity as a software and hardware programmer, pushing the boundaries of technology in music creation.
Our industry-linked curriculum ensures you gain real-world insights, empowering you to thrive in these exciting career paths. Elevate your passion for sound and music into a fulfilling profession with the skills and knowledge acquired from our cutting-edge program.
Our Sound and Music Production BA (Hons) course scored 93% for teaching in the National Student Survey 2023.
Benefit from experiences such as recording the BBC Concert Orchestra Wales at Hoddinott Hall, Cardiff. You’ll also develop knowledge of the live sound industry with our annual visit to the PLASA show in London.
Our students have worked on placement for Cooking Vinyl Records, Steve Winwood’s Wincraft Music Studios, as live Sound Engineers at major UK festivals, as well as providing sound and music production services for a host of corporate clients.