Program Overview

Sound Engineering and Music Production BSc(Hons)

Overview

The Sound Engineering and Music Production BSc(Hons) course is designed to help students develop the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the sound engineering and music production industry. The course combines a broad mix of modules from technical to creative, covering topics such as advanced music and live sound production, mixing and mastering techniques, immersive audio skills, critical listening and production analyses, game audio, and sound for film and media.

Why Study Sound Engineering and Music Production BSc(Hons) at Huddersfield?

Students will gain hands-on experience using professional software and equipment, including:

• Five fully equipped Pro Tools recording and mixing studios
• Four SSL mixing and recording consoles and a 48-channel analogue Audient console
• Industry standard outboard compressors and equalizers
• Plugins from UAD, Plugin Alliance and FabFilter
• Seven additional Pro Tools studios, including an immersive audio mixing studio and a mastering studio
• Live sound facilities including Avid and Midas consoles featuring Dante audio networking

The course also features guest lectures and masterclasses from professional music producers, equipment designers, and media producers.

Entry Requirements

To find out if you are eligible to start this course, please see the Clearing pages or contact the Clearing Helpline.

Course Detail

The course is divided into four years:

• Year 1: Core modules include Desktop Music Production 1, Studio Engineering and Mixing Essentials, Audio Technology, Music, Culture and Society, Live Music Production A, and Audio Production.
• Year 2: Core modules include Desktop Music Production 2, Studio Production and Spatial Recording Techniques, Production Analysis and Critical Listening for the Sound Engineer, Games Audio, Live Event Audio Visual Systems, and Inside the Music Business.
• Year 3: Optional placement year
• Final year: Core modules include Advanced Music Production and Mastering, Music Production Portfolio, Sound for Film, and Music Industry and Professional Skills.

Placements

The course offers an optional placement in Year 3, which provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build on the knowledge and skills developed on the course.

Fees and Finance

The maximum fees for UK-based students on undergraduate courses in 2025/26 will be £9,535 per year for full-time students.

Research Excellence

The University of Huddersfield is committed to research excellence, with a focus on world-leading and internationally excellent research. The Music Technology department is active in research, helping to ensure that students learn from academics at the forefront of their specialist area.

Student Support

The University of Huddersfield offers a range of support services, including a Student Guidance Office, Personal Academic Tutor, and Technical Support. The University is also committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

Career Support

The University's Careers and Employability Service provides professional help, support, and guidance to students, including industry-supported workshops, careers fairs, and one-to-one guidance sessions.

Accreditations and Professional Links

The University of Huddersfield has a range of accreditations and professional links, including the Audio Engineering Society (AES) and the Society of Music Production and Research (SMPR).

Further Study

Progression to a postgraduate course is dependent on successful completion of undergraduate studies. The University of Huddersfield also offers a range of postgraduate courses, including MSc by Research and PhD study.

Important Information

The University of Huddersfield reserves the right to make changes to courses, including changes to option modules, major changes, and discontinuation or suspension of courses. Students will be notified of any changes and will be supported through the transition.