Audio and Acoustics MSc
Leeds Beckett University
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Explore the very latest technologies, techniques and practices in audio and acoustics. This course will prepare you for a career in a fast-changing and exciting industry.The role of acoustics in the built environment and the impact of sound and noise on society is a growing area of research and practice.As part of this course, you’ll:Understand acoustic design and practice as a vital component in environments where creative industries functionRecognise the intrinsic relationship between audio ...Read more

Explore the very latest technologies, techniques and practices in audio and acoustics. This course will prepare you for a career in a fast-changing and exciting industry.

The role of acoustics in the built environment and the impact of sound and noise on society is a growing area of research and practice.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Understand acoustic design and practice as a vital component in environments where creative industries function
  • Recognise the intrinsic relationship between audio systems and the environments in which they operate
  • Develop a broad understanding of the behaviour of sound in all scenarios
  • Build technical and practical skills in the measurement, evaluation and design of audio systems and acoustic environments
  • Explore the areas of interfacing, interactivity and spatial audio
  • Practise listening to audio systems and acoustic environments and develop your ability to complete their set up and evaluation independently

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WUSCA ranking:
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41/101
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59th
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75th
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Aaron
07 Dec 22

The people in Leeds are the best I've ever met, and I absolutely love my student halls. The course is very interesting and it feels like I'm actually learning useful skills for..Read more

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Gaurav
07 Dec 22

Leeds school of arts is amazing with there facilities and new building , lot of things to explore and experience the problem is i don't feel like I'm utilizing it and we require..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Music Technology, Audio Engineering or Audio Technology, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

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£4,950 per year

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The tuition fee for students entering in 2024/25 is £55 per credit. The total number of credit points for this course is 180. The fee you pay may differ based on the number of credit points you study. The fee mentioned is for 2024-25 academic year and there may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025-26 entry.

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The people in Leeds are the best I've ever met, and I absolutely love my student halls. The course is very interesting and it feels like I'm actually learning useful skills for...
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Leeds Beckett University
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