BSc (Hons) Audio and Music Production at Liverpool John Moores University

Programme overview

By studying BSc (Hons) Audio and Music Production at Liverpool John Moores University you will graduate with excellent technical skills plus the business management expertise required to succeed in this exciting industry. Behind every live or studio performance lies a fascinating array of modern audio technology. This course gives you an opportunity to learn about the theories and concepts which underpin the use of this equipment, enabling you to work independently, solving practical problems and identifying solutions which help performers, producers and directors get the best results.

Faculty: Faculty of Health, Innovation, Technology and Science | Department: School of Engineering and Built Environment | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year | Study mode: full-time, optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September (2027/28 entry) | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules: Audio Engineering Fundamentals, Media Acquisition Methods, Audio Production Technology, Sound Technology & Live Sound, Podcast Production. Year 2 core modules: Advanced Studio Methods, Audio Technology in Alternative Environments, Collaborative Production Project, Mastering for Broadcast, Streaming & Production, Studio Operations. Year 3 core modules: Media Professional Practice, Project, Project Preparation, Audio Enhancement Methods, Artefact Delivery & Distribution, AV in Computing & Streaming.

Career pathways

The first group of students from the BSc Audio and Music Production degree graduated in 2011, with a number securing employment with high profile companies, including BBC Radio 4 and Sky, clearly demonstrating the calibre of both our students and the programme itself.

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Entry requirements

Typical offer: BBC (112). GCSEs and equivalents: Grade C or Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics GCSE or an approved alternative qualification below:; Key Skills Level 2 in English/ Maths; NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading; Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English; Higher Diploma in Maths/ English; Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths/ English; Northern Ireland. A levels: BBC; Minimum number of A Levels: 2; Maximum AS UCAS points: 20; Subject requirements : Grace C in on e relevant subject including Computing, IT, Maths, Physics, Music Technology, and Digital Music Production. BTECs: Extended Diploma: DMM from a relevant subject (relevant subjects include Engineering). Access awards: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualification. From a relevant subject. International Baccalaureate: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualification. From a relevant subject. OCR Cambridge Technical: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualification. From a relevant subject. Irish awards: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. Grade H2 from a relevant subject. T levels: Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualification. From a relevant subject. IELTS: 6.0 (minimum of 5.5 in each component) or equivalent English language proficiency test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

International applicants: GBP 18,740 a year (2027/28). Full-time per year Source

Intake: September (2027/28 entry)

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/1455c06d-52a0-2f0f-3693-9501de9aa429?academicYearId=2027

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