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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Central area campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Main Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
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 atThe 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 studyThis 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
Exam type
A levelA 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.
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Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£36,800 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£36,800 per year
Students from International
£36800 Per year
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