Sound Design

Edinburgh Napier University
Postgraduate MSc Distance learning 18 Months Computer science

About this course

The degree is made up of three parts: taught classes, work-based learning, and a research project. All of these elements are designed to apply theory and advanced practice to enhance current approaches to sound design for linear and interactive media.

The MSc Sound Design is delivered over either 18 or 30 months on a part-time basis. All of the modules are delivered by distance learning. In addition, you will also develop a deep understanding of how to assess approaches of affecting audiences perceptions of linear and interactive media using sound design.

Emphasis is placed on cognisance with professional standards for the production and documentation of sound designs for linear and interactive media, and familiarity with a comprehensive set of methods of assessing listening experiences.

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2139 Information technology professionals
2141 Web design professionals
2134 Programmers and software development professionals
2136 IT quality and testing professionals
2137 IT network professionals
2142 Graphic and multimedia designers

Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Distance learning
Duration
18 Months
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Computer science