PgDip Acoustics at University of Salford

Taught postgraduate acoustics course at Peel Park campus, studied full-time, part-time or by distance learning. It builds systematic understanding of acoustical concepts and their application to engineering design and analysis, with practical measurement skills, for careers in acoustic consultancy, audio design and sound innovation. Facilities include anechoic and reverberation chambers and a UKAS-accredited calibration laboratory.

Faculty: School of Science, Engineering and Environment  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time, distance learning  |  Location: Salford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MSc comprises eight 15-credit taught modules plus a 60-credit dissertation; the PgDip omits the project. Core modules include Principles of Acoustics, Architectural and Building Acoustics, Psychoacoustics and Human Response and Research Methods, with electives in Computational Methods in Acoustics, Environmental Noise and Immersive Sound Reproduction.

Career pathways

Acoustics and audio engineer, broadcast engineer, noise consultant and speaker system designer; alumni work at Apple, Dolby, the BBC and acoustic consultancies.

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