Sound and Music Computing

Become an expert in sound and music computing by developing new tools or products, like audio processors or instruments, and contribute to the expanding music and media technology sector. Prepare for your career by merging your interest in music with technology. Align your passion for music with technology through two specialised streams: the AI and Music Data Science stream, focusing on music distribution and data analytics, and the Audio and Music Engineering stream, dedicated to crafting innovative music hardware.

Study this programme if:

- You aim to align your musical and technical skills with industry demands.

- You aspire to pursue a career in streaming, music distribution, or designing and developing music hardware.

- You have a keen interest in exploring how people interact with sound and music.

- You want to learn from leading experts at the Centre for Digital Music, actively involved in research, running highly successful spin-out companies, and collaborating with industry figures.

- You desire a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and human facets of sound production.

What you'll study

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the design and software development process for music recording, analysis, and synthesis in diverse environments, such as home, studio, and live performances.

You will study how musical sound is processed by the mind and brain - crucial for developing creative tools and intuitive interfaces, as well as the creative production of new music. You will also be introduced to state-of-the-art methods for the analysis of music data.

You will choose a stream to specialise in, to further develop your professional profile.

As well as lectures and seminars, you’ll engage in hands-on computing and laboratory work to gain practical insights and skills.