Audio and Music Technology

University of Plymouth

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Materials science and engineeringDigital media, production, and technologyMusicEngineering and technology

Audio and Music Technology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Plymouth, based in Plymouth, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £31,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

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Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£31,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

Learn how technology is transforming the music industry with academics from our world-leading Interdisciplinary Centre for Computer Music Research. Become an expert audio engineer using the latest technologies. Free yourself from the limitations of current devices by gaining hands-on software development skills, enabling you to create your own tools. Prepare for an exciting range of roles in the music and technology industries and hear first-hand from industry professionals in masterclasses.

- Accredited by JAMES representing APRS, MPG and associate industry bodies.

- Work with world-leading experts in the field.

- Learn recording, mixing, mastering, acoustics, digital audio workstations, audio processing, sound synthesis, and sampling whilst using the very latest technologies in the industry.

- Learn hands-on computer programming and signal processing techniques.

- Apply your advanced knowledge to help people and to address social problems.

- Mix and collaborate with musicians on the BA (Hons) Music.

- Graduate with a diverse portfolio of practical work giving you an edge in a competitive job market.

- Continue your studies at postgraduate level on the MA Music Production.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
BTEC DMM

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Sandwich

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £31,000

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 3 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Plymouth

Avg. grad pay (5y): £31,000

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Plymouth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Digital media, production, and technology, Music, Engineering and technology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£31,000