Sound Design (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire

Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time including foundation year 4 Years MusicFilm studiesPhotography

Sound Design (with Foundation Year) BA (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time including foundation year over 4 years. Graduates earn £18,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

48 points

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£18,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

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

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. grad pay (5y): £18,000

Sandwich including foundation year

Duration: 5 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Preston

Avg. grad pay (5y): £18,000

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 including foundation year
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Preston
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Music, Film studies, Photography
Avg. Graduate Salary
£18,000