By utilising cutting-edge tools and technology to address real-world challenges and acquiring practical expertise in working with audio software, hardware, and digital audio in studio and production environments, our BSc will equip you with an advanced technical skill set in two rapidly evolving industries.

Course overview

Keele's combined honours course in Computer Science and Music Production aims to provide you with a high level technical skill set, using the latest tools and technology to prepare you for a range of careers within two fast-evolving industries.

Computer Science at Keele is informed by research and close interaction with industry, including industrial guest lectures in certain modules, exploring the key themes that underpin this contemporary subject, whilst Music Production examines the cultural contexts in which sound is produced for and how it is consumed in various media forms.

Computer science begins with exploring the fundamental concepts and techniques for modern, professional programming which will become more advanced throughout your degree programme. This includes areas such as games programming, artificial intelligence and cyber security, with the consideration of cutting edge research in AI and machine learning. You will also have the opportunity to further specialise in your studies and apply the techniques you have learnt, through a final year project.

Work placements

The opportunity to undertake a placement is a valuable experience which enables you to demonstrate and develop your skill set further. Through this course you will become a creative and forward-thinking individual with the ability to critically evaluate, synthesise and produce content effectively through various methods.

You may have the opportunity to apply for the ‘Work Placement in the Humanities optional module in the School of Humanities, which provides you with a platform to work within an organisation, and refine your professional skills. You will identify an organisation based on your interests, with the guidance of the module tutors, and will spend a semester engaging with projects and tasks set out by the employer, as well as taught sessions at university. Many of our students have completed placements in different areas within the creative industries.

Foundation year

Our Foundation Year provides an excellent alternative route to Keele, providing a unique opportunity to better prepare for your chosen degree, and with guaranteed entry onto your undergraduate course once you successfully complete your Foundation Year.

This extra year of study can improve your academic skills, expand your subject knowledge, give you a better understanding of higher education and, perhaps most importantly of all, build your confidence.

Your future career

95% of Keele students are in employment or further study within 15 months of finishing their studies (HESA Graduate Outcomes, 2019/20)

Enhance your employability

A degree in Computer Science and Music Production equips you with transferable skills, applicable to a variety of careers. You will develop strong communication and problem solving skills as well as expertise in digital software and hardware. Studying music production will provide the opportunity for further training in sound recording, audio streaming and broadcasting, whilst also enabling you to develop independently as a musician/artist. Having an array of experience across both subjects will help to prepare you for a future in the creative industries or computer science careers.