Music and Sound Design

Queen's University Belfast

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Music

Music and Sound Design BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Queen's University Belfast, based in Belfast, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £19,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB.

A-Level Entry

ABB

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£19,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

The Music and Sound Design programme is designed for musicians interested in composing music and designing sound for a wide range of contexts but with particular emphasis on film and theatre. Students will gain practical knowledge and experience of composing in the studio, composing for instrumental forces, song-writing and scoring for picture. Working alongside leading audio professionals students will also learn innovative methods of capturing, synthesising and manipulating sound, enabling the design of sonic environments to accompany picture, stage productions, radio and gaming.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB
Scottish Higher ABBBB
Scottish Advanced Higher ABB

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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Course Details

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

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Belfast
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Music
Avg. Graduate Salary
£19,000