BSc (Hons) Audio Software Engineering at University of West London

Programme overview

Our BSc (Hons) Audio Software Engineering degree will enable you to find work in a range of industry sectors where audio software, coding and development are part of the skillset employers are looking for. Audio software engineering is a field at the intersection of many disciplines that have boomed over the past few decades. In fact, there are few areas of the modern world in which sound does not play an important part.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Through the course study material, you will look at how audio is being produced for music, video, games, broadcast, performance and many additional areas. We live in a fast-paced world where ultra-fast broadband, cloud storage and computing are widely available. We are consuming media, gaming and using smart devices, all of which require audio. Modules include: Theory of Sound; Engineering Software; Production and Critical Listening; Quantitative Tools for Audio; Algorithms and Data Types; Data Communications; Sound Design and Synthesis; Embedded Systems for Audio Technology; Artificial Intelligence; Mobile Web App Development.

Career pathways

Once you graduate with your Audio Software Engineering degree, you could go on to work in a wide variety of jobs, from producing audio for games and coding to audio forensics and broadcasting. You may also want to progress your studies to explore a related field or specialise on a postgraduate course . Job roles include: signal processing for audio; immersive audio (3D); broadcasting and online delivery; audio for games; audio for telecommunications; audio forensics; audio recording and mastering systems; automotive audio.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma. You also need GCSE English (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents and GCSE Maths (grade 9-5 / A*-B) or Level 2 equivalents. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. Level 5 (year 2) entry To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area. Level 6 (year 3) entry To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: 06I300, I300.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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