BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering at Birmingham City University

Programme overview

Do you dream of engineering the future of sound? Our BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering course is designed to immerse you in the cutting-edge world of audio technology and production, equipping you with the skills to pursue careers in live sound, acoustics, audio hardware and software development, and studio production. Delivered in collaboration with Royal Birmingham Conservatoire (RBC), this course blends technical expertise, creative flair, and hands-on experience to prepare you for a dynamic career in the world of sound engineering.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts, Design and Media | Department: Royal Birmingham Conservatoire | Duration: 3 years full-time | Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course immerses you in the cutting-edge world of live sound, acoustics, audio hardware and software development, and studio production. You will study using purpose-built and state-of-the-art facilities across the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire and College of Computing. You’ll be supported throughout by our experienced and talented tutors and technical staff—all audio practitioners and/or world-leading researchers. Modules include Acoustic Fundamentals, Digital Audio Fundamentals, Sound Recording, Audio Electronics, Audio Programming, Live Sound Fundamentals, Broadcast Sound, Digital Audio Effects.

Career pathways

The Sound Engineering course is designed to equip you with the equipping you with the skills to pursue careers in: The course has been developed in collaboration with employers, ensuring teaching and assessment methods are employability-led.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112-72 UCAS Tariff points. A Level: 112-72 UCAS Tariff points / BBC-CDE (or equivalent). AS Level: Must be in a different subject to A Levels. A maximum of four subjects will be considered. Accepted subjects: Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing at A Level or level 3 equivalent. Music and Music Production will also be considered. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Obtain a minimum of 28-24 points overall. Required subjects: One of Computer Science, Chemistry, Design Technology or Physics at Higher Level. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with no less than 5.5 in each band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, 3 years; annual tuition for the first year of study Source

International applicants: GBP 19,220 a year (2027/28). full-time, 3 years; annual tuition for the first year of study Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/171a1636-7ceb-4260-8449-cd30497984da/course?studyYear=2027

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