Music, Sound and Technology

UCAS code: W3W7

Here's what City St George's, University of London says about its Music, Sound and Technology course.

Why choose this course? • Ranked 2nd in London for Music (Complete University Guide 2023) • Accreditation from Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES) • Developed to create the music and audio professionals of the future

Course overview This degree empowers you to explore the cutting edge of music and sound, pushing boundaries in bold and innovative ways. You'll build a standout portfolio of both technical mastery and creative flair, equipping you for dynamic careers in the music industry. Whether it's music production, audio engineering, interactive sound design, composing for film and TV, or creating immersive sound art, you'll be ready to make your mark in the world of sound.

We’re proud to offer state-of-the-art music studios where you'll gain hands-on experience in sound synthesis, audio recording and mixing, laptop-based performance, media composition, and more.

Our studios provide the ideal environment to develop your expertise, whether you aim to become a sound engineer, music producer, or create your own tracks and mixes. • Study in a vibrant, dynamic department with internationally recognised staff who share your passion for music. • Train in cutting-edge facilities, including advanced recording and composition studios, as well as performance and practice spaces. • Explore a wide range of subjects, such as music recording, studio production, composition, interactive music, acoustics, psychoacoustics, sound synthesis, and digital signal processing. • Engage in music-making activities, from student ensembles and regular concerts to a summer music festival. • Learn in a research-driven environment featuring world-class studios and recording facilities. • Develop modern technical skills in digital and audio technologies. • Collaborate with fellow students from across the Performing Arts department. • Join the ranks of past students who have completed placements with renowned organisations like Les Miserables and the London Philharmonic.

Course content Over the three years of this BSc Music, Sound and Technology degree, you’ll study music theory, cutting-edge concepts, and develop your professional practice.

Teaching and assessment Your course will be delivered by passionate academics who are dedicated to helping you succeed in your studies.To maximise the amount of attention given to you on the Music, Sound and Technology BSc (Hons) at City St George's, we offer a considerable amount of tuition in small groups and individually. This enables you to tailor your work to your own interests.

Career The knowledge and skills you gain during the course will prepare you for a wide range of careers such as: • audio engineer • studio manager • sound designer • web and app designer • film, TV and video games composer • dubbing mixer • audio research and development • live sound operation for music and theatre • technical support for the recording industry.

Graduates have held the following positions: • Media Composer, Audio Network • Senior Product Designer, Native Instruments • Audio Manager, Rocksteady Studios • Head of Digital, Colt Technology Services • Senior Audio Supervisor, BBC • Producer, BBC Scotland • Senior Marketing Manager, EMI • Chief Executive, New York's Culture Shed.

Placement opportunities Students at the City St George's Department of Performing Arts have recently undertaken placements at: • Brains and Hunch • British Harpischord Society • Les Misérables, The Queen's Theatre (Sound Department) • Live Music Now • London Ear Festival • London Philharmonic Orchestra (Education and Community Department) • MTV • Record of the Day • Richmond Music Trust • The Roundhouse • Songlines Magazine • Southwark Cathedral • Wired4music/Sound Connections

You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website: https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/music-sound-and-technology

Assessment is by a combination of projects, practical and creative work, and examinations throughout your degree. Marks obtained in all years contribute to the final degree awarded. Your project and practical work account for over half the final mark.

Most modules contain an assignment in the form of: • An extended written or practical project submitted some weeks following the conclusion of the lecture series. • A written or practical coursework assignment, in the form of a seminar presentation, a short essay, or creative and technical tasks completed before the end of the lecture series. For some modules, assessment is based solely on a portfolio submission.

Assessment is by a combination of projects, practical and creative work, and examinations throughout your degree. Marks obtained in all years contribute to the final degree awarded.

Your project and practical work account for over half the final mark.

Most modules contain an assignment in the form of:

• An extended written or practical project submitted some weeks following the conclusion of the lecture series.
• A written or practical coursework assignment, in the form of a seminar presentation, a short essay, or creative and technical tasks completed before the end of the lecture series.
• For some modules, assessment is based solely on a portfolio submission.

The assessment weighting for year one is 10%, year two is 30% and year 3 is 60%.