Sound Engineering and Audio Production

Nottingham Trent University
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years Materials science and engineeringDigital media, production, and technologyEngineering and technology

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

64 points

About this course

This course is currently taught by Confetti, but from September 2025 will be taught by the Nottingham School of Art & Design (NSA&D). Course content and learning outcomes will not change

The world of sound engineering and audio production offers many opportunities on a global scale, and on this course you’ll explore the technical world of sound recording, creation and processing in numerous applications.

You'll experience sound capture and manipulation within contexts such as game audio, and sound for film and post production, recording studio engineering, mixing, and sound design – all wrapped up within employability contexts.

You’ll get to learn and perform in world-class studios and performance spaces, surrounded by experts who are working professionals in the music and creative industries.

You’ll also benefit from being assigned an industry mentor in your final year to support you with your industry-focused modules and provide a network of contacts and opportunities for when you graduate.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades See entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Points 64 points
BTEC MPP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2129 Engineering professionals
2127 Engineering project managers and project engineers
3416 Arts officers, producers and directors
3116 Planning, process and production technicians
3415 Musicians
5243 TV, video and audio servicers and repairers

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Nottingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Materials science and engineering, Digital media, production, and technology, Engineering and technology