Acoustics and Music Technology BSc (Hons)
University of Edinburgh
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Course info

This challenging multidisciplinary programme supports you in designing the music tools, spaces and software of tomorrow, developing your:* scientific skills* creative mindsetYou will explore how modern technologies are driving a revolution in the way that sound is: * created * manipulated * transmitted**Who the degree is aimed at**The programme is designed for students:* with a strong background in maths and physics * who are fascinated by the interplay of science, technology, and musicThe ...Read more

This challenging multidisciplinary programme supports you in designing the music tools, spaces and software of tomorrow, developing your:* scientific skills* creative mindsetYou will explore how modern technologies are driving a revolution in the way that sound is: * created * manipulated * transmitted


Who the degree is aimed at

The programme is designed for students:* with a strong background in maths and physics * who are fascinated by the interplay of science, technology, and musicThe world of modern acoustics and music technology needs graduates with:* a high level of numeracy * deep technical knowledge * a curious and creative mindset * the ability to work across multiple disciplines


What you will study

This programme emphasises excellence in subjects including:* physics * computer programming * audio signal processingThese are not only the basis of our field but are also useful in many other disciplines.You will combine this learning with studies in:* sound recording * architectural acoustics * creative music technology * sound design * further options in music and beyond

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
24th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
15th
Music
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Music graduate salary at this uni
£15,000
UK Music graduate salary
£18,000
Physics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 96 = 4% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
4%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
87%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Physics graduate salary at this uni
£24,000
UK Physics graduate salary
£25,000

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABBB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

ABB. Required subjects: A levels: Physics at B and Mathematics at A. GCSEs: English at C or 4.

ABBB by end of S5 or AABB/ABBBB by end of S6. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Physics at B. Mathematics at A or Advanced Higher Mathematics at B. Higher Applications of Mathematics is not accepted in place of Higher Mathematics. National 5s: English at C.

34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Physics at 5 and Mathematics at 6. SL: English at 5.

Popular A-level subjects

Physics

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Physics
99%
Mathematics
99%
Chemistry
57%
Further Mathematics
41%
Biology
12%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£36,800 per year

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Students from EU

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£36,800 per year

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£36800 Per year

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