Music Technology
University of Portsmouth
UCAS Code: W370 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
112-120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
112-122 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma. Must be accompanied by relevant experience or additional qualifications related to music/sound.
Cambridge Pre-U score of 46-50. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
3 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English and Mathematics/3 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English and Mathematics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
25 points from the IB Diploma, to include 3 Higher Level subjects. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H3,H4-H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
112-120 Tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
T Level
A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
UCAS Tariff
112-120 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
112-120 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate. A relevant qualification or experience in music/sound is required.
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About this course
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**This is a Connected Degree**
Portsmouth is the only University in the UK with the flexibility to choose when to do an optional paid placement or self-employed year. Either take a placement in your third year, or finish your studies first and complete a placement in your fourth year. You can decide if and when to take a placement after you've started your course.
**Overview**
Our BSc (Hons) Music Technology degree course will help you lay the groundwork for a rewarding career in the music industry as a creative or technical producer.
You’ll learn how to engineer and produce music and sound using professional studio hardware and software, experiment with innovative practices and emerging technologies – including artificial intelligence (AI) – and through collaboration and project work, you’ll develop transferable skills that can be applied beyond your degree.
**Course highlights**
- Familiarise yourself with industry-level studio equipment – including a 7.1 Genelec surround sound studio and Oakley Modular synthesisers
- Create live installations and performances using sensors and alternative controllers
- Develop original software tools for music and sound
- Demonstrate your expertise with industry-standard applications to professionals by earning Avid Pro Tools and Audiokinetic Wwise-110 certifications
- Gain valuable industry experience and knowledge by taking an optional placement – either with a company or as self-employed
- Catch the eyes and ears of the public and potential employers by displaying your work at our annual Graduate Show
**Careers and opportunities**
Music technology’s a continually developing field that’s fundamental to many areas of the creative industries, including television, film, animation, computer games, and digital media.
The experience you get on this course means you'll be ready to use the latest technology and equipment available to employers, giving you a head start over others when it comes to applying for jobs.
You can also continue your studies at postgraduate level.
Graduate areas
Areas you could work in include:
- visual media
- computer games
- audio programming
- music studio work
- education
Graduate roles
Job roles you could work in include:
- composer
- sound designer
- audio/software developer
- musical technician
- studio manager
- studio engineer
- music teacher/lecturer
- game audio professional (composition and sound design)
Whatever comes next after your studies, our Careers and Employability service will give you support and advice for up to 5 years after you graduate.
Modules
Visit the BSc (Hons) Music Technology course page below to view a full list of modules for each year.
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through:
- practical projects
- working journals
- academic and evaluative essays
- performances
- oral presentations
- case studies
You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark.
You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future.
Tuition fees
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The Uni
University of Portsmouth
Faculty of Creative and Cultural Industries
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