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Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science - BA/BSc

Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology course at University of Hertfordshire.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

B,B,C

Most popular A-levels studied

See who's studying at University of Hertfordshire. These students are taking Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology or another course from the same subject area.

Music technology
SubjectGrade
MusicB
MathematicsB
PhysicsC
Film StudiesB
PsychologyA
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: W376

Here's what University of Hertfordshire says about its Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology course.

Discover our BSc (Hons) Live Sound, Lighting and Performance degree, a standout choice within our Undergraduate Music Programme.

This dynamic course delves into a wide array of sound principles, including acoustics and capture, sound reinforcement, music studio design, signal theory, processing, sound synthesis, audio electronics, networked audio, multichannel sound, and storage. Once you've mastered the fundamentals, you'll shift your focus to venue-based audio systems, covering everything from concert halls to vibrant festivals.

But that's not all! Alongside audio systems, you'll explore video, lighting, augmentation, and virtual reality from the perspective of live events and broadcasting.

Throughout this journey, you'll collaborate extensively with peers from the School of Creative Arts, connecting with students in Music Production, Audio Engineering, and Songwriting. These shared experiences reflect the collaborative nature of the industry.

It's worth noting that many of our Music department faculty are active players in the music industry, whether as producers, songwriters, composers, remixers, sound designers, or technology journalists. They bring their valuable experience and expertise into the teaching environment, enriching your educational journey.

Source: University of Hertfordshire

Course details

There are a few options in how you might study Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology at University of Hertfordshire.

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3 course options available.

Qualification

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science - BA/BSc

Department

Creative Arts

Location

Main Site | Hatfield

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Sandwich

Subjects

• Music technology

Start date

September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)

University of Hertfordshire student reviews

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Based on 101 reviews from University of Hertfordshire's students and alumni
5 star
48%
4 star
31%
3 star
17%
2 star
2%
1 star
1%
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Hertfordshire

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Hertfordshire students who took the Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology course - or another course in the same subject area.

Music

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

81%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

93%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

88%

med

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

90%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

88%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

93%

high

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

93%

high

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

87%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

93%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

91%

med

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

81%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

95%

high

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

86%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

84%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

87%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

91%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

82%

med

How well organised is your course?

78%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

83%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

83%

low

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

88%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

78%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

79%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

87%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

65%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

88%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

72%

low

Student information

See who's studying at University of Hertfordshire. These students are taking Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology or another course from the same subject area.

Music technology
Mode of study
Full-time98%Part-time2%
Gender ratio
Female27%Male69%Other4%
Where students come from
International20%UK80%
Student performance
2:1 or above82%
Number of students190
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Hertfordshire graduates who took Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology - or another course in the same subject area.

Music

Graduate statistics

50%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

100%

In work, study or other activity

45%

Say it fits with future plans

40%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

35%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

10%

Elementary occupations

10%

Sales occupations

5%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Hertfordshire graduates who took Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology - or another course in the same subject area.

Performing arts

Earnings

£17.5k

First year after graduation

£23.7k

Third year after graduation

£26.3k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology.

Source: LEO

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree

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