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Introduction to the BSc (Hons) Music and Sound Production Program

The BSc (Hons) Music and Sound Production program at the University of Plymouth is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in the music and sound production industry. This program combines creativity with industry-leading technology, empowering students to explore, innovate, and prepare for a dynamic career in music, audio technology, media, and beyond.

About the Program

The program is taught out of the University of Plymouth's Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research (ICCMR), which is recognized as world-leading by the UK Government's last assessment of research quality. Students will have access to a range of professional recording and performance spaces, as well as a wide range of industry-standard and specialized audio equipment.

Program Structure

The program is structured over three years, with each year building on the previous one to provide a comprehensive education in music and sound production.

• Year 1: Encounter modern music technology and develop the fundamental technical skills required to work effectively and creatively with music and audio in the digital and acoustic domains.
• Year 2: Transition from using existing audio and music technologies to learning how to develop and deploy your own. Engage with industry briefs and work as technical experts with musicians in the recording studio. Build your own digital instruments and software applications, and learn how to make hardware and software interfaces.
• Year 3: Follow your passion and plan and develop a project that explores an area of computing, audio, and music technology that you choose. Practice advanced skills in artificial intelligence, machine learning, audio signal processing, assistive music technology, and create devices that can change and enrich lives.

Careers and Employability

This program provides students with a range of opportunities to graduate with a diverse portfolio of practical work, giving them an edge in a competitive job market. Gain invaluable professional experience through internships, enhancing your employability and industry connections. BSc (Hons) Music and Sound Production will open a wide range of career choices, including performing, composition, music production, professional DJ, artist management, A&R, promotion and booking, managing a music venue, producing music festivals, or working as a music journalist.

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

• UK Students: ｣9,790 per year for full-time study. Module fees for repeated or part-time study are ｣815 per 10 credits.
• International Students: ｣18,150 per year for full-time study.

Additional Costs

This course may incur additional costs relating to placement or equipment requirements.

Entry Requirements

• Typical Offer: 104 UCAS points.
• A Levels: 104 points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
• BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM.
• Access to HE Diploma: Pass a named Access to Higher Education Diploma with at least 33 credits at merit and/or distinction.
• T Level: Pass (with Grade C in core) in any subject.
• International Baccalaureate: 26 points.
• Other Qualifications: Other combinations and non-A level qualifications also considered.
• English Language Requirements: To be accepted onto a degree course, you must have a suitable English language qualification.

Application Process

All applications for undergraduate courses are made through UCAS. The UCAS course code for BSc (Hons) Music and Sound Production is J397, and the institution code is P60. The duration of the course is 3 years, and it is a full-time study program based in Plymouth.