Audio Technology BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Start date

16-SEP-24

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Duration

4 Years

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Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Full time

Start date

16-SEP-24

Duration

4 Years

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Electrical & Electronic Engineering
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Course info

The programme looks at a wide range of audio and new technologies and provides the opportunity to design and develop audio applications and systems.GCU has an excellent reputation for teaching audio technology and continues to undertake exciting technical and education research in this area which feeds into the programme. GCU’s specialist audio facilities have a range of industry-standard equipment and software, providing a stimulating environment for study and experimentation.The programme is ...Read more

The programme looks at a wide range of audio and new technologies and provides the opportunity to design and develop audio applications and systems.GCU has an excellent reputation for teaching audio technology and continues to undertake exciting technical and education research in this area which feeds into the programme. GCU’s specialist audio facilities have a range of industry-standard equipment and software, providing a stimulating environment for study and experimentation.The programme is accredited by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) as well as the Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES) group. Students also benefit from guest lectures by industry experts.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
78/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
65th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
79th
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
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 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
100%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate salary at this uni
£24,000
UK Electrical and Electronic Engineering graduate salary
£26,000
What students say
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amy
27 Feb 24

i’ve loved all the opportunities for experience i’ve gained..Read more

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John
20 Nov 23

Cale has a good range of courses so there's something for everyone, no matter how niche. The campus is simple to travel to and around and with it being in the center of town makes..Read more

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Entry requirements

Exam type

A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBCC Grades / Points required

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

26 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H3,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

T Level:

Pass (C and above) Grades / Points required

to include Maths plus a Science or Technology subjectYear 2 Entry: BBB including Maths and Physics plus GCSE English at C/4

to include Maths plus a Science or Technology Higher

Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.

including HL Maths plus a Science or Technology subject at HL 4

Including Maths plus a Science or Technology subject

In an Engineering subject.

Year 3 Entry;HND Sound Production with B in the graded unit

Media, Broadcast and Production

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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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,200 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£15,200 per year

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Students from International

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amy
27 Feb 24
Audio Technology BSc (Hons)
i’ve loved all the opportunities for experience i’ve gained...
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John
20 Nov 23
Audio Technology BSc (Hons)
Cale has a good range of courses so there's something for everyone, no matter how niche. The campus is simple to travel to and around and with it being in the center of town makes...
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road Glasgow Glasgow, City Of G4 0BA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Glasgow Queen Street  0.1 miles away
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