Sound Design (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years MusicFilm studiesPhotography

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

48 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£18,000

About this course

Course overview

Want to learn more about sound design? Discover how to make the sound that you hear on TV, films, radio and music. Learn from industry professionals on our Sound Design foundation year.

Foundation year courses are designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the qualifications yet. You'll learn more about different art specialisms and gain important study skills.

Once you progress on to your Sound Design degree, you'll learn through a series of projects that include individual work, collaborative efforts and live briefs. This will allow you to explore every aspect of sound design in a creative way, while developing your own personal practice.

Why study with us

  • Your foundation year will equip you with the academic skills you need for success.

  • Learn about different art specialisms before you progress onto your Sound Design degree.

  • You'll work on projects and attend lectures and demonstrations. These are designed to develop the skills you need to become a successful sound designer.

    What you'll do

  • Our foundation year will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge for your degree.

  • You can develop your skills to suit your interests and learn more about art specialisms.

  • Once you progress onto your degree, you'll learn new and emerging techniques that span a range of sound design outputs.

    Future Careers

    There are many opportunities for Sound Design graduates. This course covers various industry sectors, preparing you for roles in:

  • Music production

  • Film and TV

  • Animation

  • Podcasts and radio

  • Audio installations

  • Games

  • Theatre

  • VR/AR/MR

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 48 points
    BTEC PPP

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time including foundation year Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £18,000

    Sandwich including foundation year

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: BA (Hons)

    Location: Preston

    Avg. Salary: £18,000

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3417 Photographers, audio-visual and broadcasting equipment operators
    3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
    3415 Musicians
    2142 Graphic and multimedia designers
    5243 TV, video and audio servicers and repairers

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    UCAS Points

    96 points

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time including foundation year
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Music, Film studies, Photography
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £18,000

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    University of Central Lancashire

    Preston

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