Acoustical Engineering (MEng)
University of Southampton
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Gain a Masters-level knowledge of acoustics, sound and vibration and use it to make the world sound better. This acoustical engineering masters will provide fundamental engineering knowledge and a specialist understanding of acoustics. Youll study at the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, a leading centre for Acoustical Engineering. MEng Acoustical Engineering looks at how acoustics - the science of sound and vibration - is applied in technology. It has many applications, ...Read more

Gain a Masters-level knowledge of acoustics, sound and vibration and use it to make the world sound better. This acoustical engineering master's will provide fundamental engineering knowledge and a specialist understanding of acoustics. You'll study at the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research, a leading centre for Acoustical Engineering. MEng Acoustical Engineering looks at how acoustics - the science of sound and vibration - is applied in technology. It has many applications, including:design of cars, 3D-audio systems, designing concert halls, reducing aircraft noise, using ultrasound to fight antimicrobial resistanceThis 4-year integrated master's course includes advanced Acoustical Engineering modules. You'll also take a masters-level group design project and apply your engineering knowledge to a design problem.This course includes practical and lab work throughout. Our projects will allow you to design, build and test components and systems with enhanced acoustic properties. You'll gain the confidence to creatively solve engineering problems.

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A-levels - AAA including mathematics and either chemistry, electronics, further mathematics or physics International Baccalaureate Diploma - Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 points at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Analysis and Approaches) or 7 at Higher Level in Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation), and 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry or Physics. 

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£28,800 per year

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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...

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University of Southampton
Burgess Road Southampton Hampshire SO16 7QF United Kingdom
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