Program Overview

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Music Technology and Production BSc (Hons)

The Music Technology and Production BSc (Hons) degree at London Metropolitan University is designed to equip students with the creative and technical skills needed to succeed in the music industry. The course focuses on music production, audio engineering, and sound design, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the music production process.

Course Details

• Course Type: Undergraduate
• Student Type: Full-time or Part-time
• Typical Duration: 3 years (full-time), 4-6 years (part-time)
• Location: Holloway, London
• UCAS Code: W301

Entry Requirements

• A minimum of three A levels at grades BBC or equivalent (DMM at BTEC) including relevant music or music technology subjects
• GCSE English at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent)
• Suitable applicants living in the UK will be invited to a portfolio interview
• Applicants living outside the UK will be required to submit a portfolio of works digitally

Accreditation of Prior Learning

Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience gained prior to starting university could count towards your course at London Met. Find out more about applying for Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL).

English Language Requirements

To study a degree at London Met, you must be able to demonstrate proficiency in the English language. If you require a Tier 4 student visa, you may need to provide the results of a Secure English Language Test (SELT) such as Academic IELTS.

Assessment

You will be assessed through a variety of coursework and in-class assignments, including practical music production and audio projects with final reflections of these projects, video essays, presentations, technical reports, case studies, and research projects.

Career Opportunities

This course will provide you with critical, creative, and technical expertise, opening up a wide range of career paths in music and creative industries. These include employment and self-employment opportunities in music production, sound recording, sound engineering, sound design, game audio, audio plugin design, and broadcast media.

Additional Costs

Please note, in addition to the tuition fee, there may be additional costs for things like equipment, materials, printing, textbooks, trips, or professional body fees.

Course Modules

The course covers a range of modules, including:

• Audio Theory and Practice
• Digital Skills
• Electronic Music Production
• Introduction to Mixing and Mastering
• Music Industry
• Music Theory for Songwriters
• Sound Design for Linear Media
• Writing and Research Skills
• Advanced Music Production
• Advanced Songwriting
• Location Sound and Dialogue Production
• Max for Live
• Recording Studio Practice
• Sound Design for Games
• Advanced Studio Engineering
• Audio Mastering and Remastering
• Creative Practice Dissertation Project
• Creative Research Dissertation Project
• Music Production Portfolio Development
• Research Project in Music Technology and Production

Optional Modules

• Documentary Photography
• Film and TV: Industry and Politics
• Journalism Industry Experience
• Podcast Production and Sonic Branding
• Popular Music: History and Culture
• Styling and Journalism
• Writing Short Films: Introduction to Screenwriting
• Arts, Culture and Lifestyle Journalism
• Audio Plug-in Coding
• Career Development Learning
• Digital Video Post Production
• Documentary Filmmaking
• Graphical communications
• Interaction Design for Non-Humans
• Media Industry Careers
• Postcolonial Cinema and Media
• Queer Media, Culture and Politics

Research Areas

The course covers research areas such as music technology, audio engineering, sound design, and music production, with opportunities for students to explore their own research interests and topics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees for the course will vary depending on your status as a UK, EU, or international student. Please check the university's website for the most up-to-date information on tuition fees.

Scholarships and Funding

The Rising Star Scholarship is available for students applying to study this course. This scholarship is designed to support and empower talented individuals under the age of 21, with a focus on those from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds.