Program Overview

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MSc Sound for Film and Television Production

The MSc Sound for Film and Television Production is a postgraduate program designed to prepare students for a career as professional sound designers in the film and television industry. The program is offered by the School of Arts and Creative Technologies at the University of York.

Overview

The program focuses on the technical aspects of sound production and design, with an emphasis on craft skill, creativity, and critical thought. Students will gain hands-on experience with industry-standard facilities and software, including ProTools, Media Composer, and Adobe Creative Suite. The program also covers the business aspects of the industry, including development, financing, and distribution of projects.

Course Content

The program consists of taught modules in the first part of the year, followed by an individual project. The modules cover topics such as:

• Audio Signals and Psychoacoustics
• Audio Production and Post Production Workflows
• Spatial Audio and Surround Sound
• Group Projects
• Individual Project

Students will also have the opportunity to study option modules, including:

• Audio Cultures and Modernities
• Business of Production and Postproduction
• Digital Cinematography I
• Directing for Film and Television 1
• Directing for Film and Television 2
• Editing 1
• Feminism on the Screen (Masters Level)
• Production Techniques for Acoustic Recording
• Research Approaches and Processes
• Studio Live and Analogue Mixing
• Sound Design with Sound Effects

Final Project

The final project is an individual, technically-focused extended research project. Students can choose from two different types of projects:

1. A production project that involves creating a short film or pilot television episode, along with a written production report.
2. An individual research project focusing on a specific area related to sound design.

Learning Outcomes

The program aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed in the film and television industry. The learning outcomes include:

• Carrying out film and television post-production sound to a professional standard
• Working collaboratively and effectively with others
• Analyzing, critically evaluating, and reflecting on practice
• Organizing and delivering creative work that meets commercial objectives
• Solving problems creatively and with intellectual rigor
• Communicating effectively to both professional and lay audiences
• Devising and executing original technical projects that explore creative aspects of postproduction sound and experimental design

Fees and Funding

The annual tuition fees for the program are:

• £13,900 for UK (home) students
• £32,900 for international and EU students

There are also funding opportunities available, including UK government Masters loans, funding for UK students, and funding for international students.

Entry Requirements

The program requires a 2:2 or equivalent undergraduate degree, with some experience of audio media production either gained through an undergraduate degree or through professional practice. International students may need to provide evidence of their English language ability, with a minimum IELTS score of 6.5.

Careers and Skills

The program is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the film and television industry. Career opportunities include:

• Dubbing mixer
• Mix Tech
• Sound editor
• Location sound recorder
• ADR recorder
• Foley Artist
• Sound supervisor
• Studio manager
• Sound designer
• Filmmaker

Graduates of the program have gone on to work with companies such as Warner Bros/De Lane Lea, krADR, Supermassive games, and Tag Collective. Feature film credits for graduates include Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning Part One, Black Mirror, The Little Mermaid, and Dr. Who.