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Undergraduate

BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering

Full-timePart-time

September 2027

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£17,250 – International

£10,050 – UK

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Get a head start in your sound engineering career with one of the only BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering courses in the UK with full accreditation from the Institute of Engineering and Technology. This multifaceted degree combines vocational study and academic theory.

In the first year, you will cover the fundamentals of sound, audio electronics, programming, recording and production, and critical listening, along with the mathematics that underpins all these subjects. In the second year, you will dig deep into wider applications of sound engineering in different domains, immersing yourself in the tools and techniques that add depth and variety to your engineer's toolbox. By your third year, you will have a huge array of marketable skills under your belt and, in this final year, you will learn to apply them in a range of environments. You will also prepare a major project of your own choosing, which will present your talent to the world.

You will graduate as a highly talented sound engineer with both technical expertise and key knowledge of the music and engineering industries, making you highly employable across either of these important sectors.

During your studies, you will have access to one of the largest audio complexes in Europe, which includes more than 20 studios, as well as teaching rooms, labs and computer suites.

Accreditation

This degree is subject to reaccreditation by the Institute of Engineering and Technology under licence from the UK regulator, the Engineering Council. Accreditation is a mark of assurance that the degree meets the standards set by the Engineering Council in the UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC).

An accredited degree will provide you with some or all of the underpinning knowledge, understanding and skills for eventual registration as an Incorporated Engineer (IEng). Some employers prefer to recruit from accredited degrees, and an accredited degree is likely to be recognised by other countries that are signatories to international accords.

Why study this course?

Ranked top 50 in the UK and 2nd modern** London university - The Guardian University Guide 2027

2nd London university for overall student satisfaction - National Student Survey 2026*

Top 20 in the UK for teaching quality - The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027

Ranked 7th university in the UK for student experience - Daily Mail University Guide 2027

Subject to reaccreditation

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Duration: 3 years

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Duration: 5 years

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Duration: 4 years

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What you'll study

This course offers a balanced and varied approach to sound engineering. It will equip you with the skills and knowledge you will need to work within a variety of industries as a sound engineer. On your Sound Engineering courses, you will combine lectures and private study with practical work that will help you to apply your learning. You will develop your practical skills and experience through a series of laboratory, workshop and studio sessions in our professional facilities.

As a sound engineer, it will be essential for you to work as part of a diverse team, and the course will help you to examine the key collaborative, social and ethical considerations that you will likely encounter in your career.

The University has links with Audient, Focusrite and Avid, among others. These organisations help to support our guest lectures, masterclasses and student visits, adding industry input to your learning experience. We will encourage you to build links with relevant industry bodies such as the Audio Engineering Society and the Institution of Engineering and Technology. You will also have opportunities to provide technical support for the London College of Music’s live performances.

We will encourage you to apply your learning in a professional environment, and past Sound Engineering students have gained work experience in a variety of areas while studying on their courses, including:

broadcast sound technician

theatre sound engineer

live sound reinforcement

location recording engineer

audiology.

The London College of Music boasts excellent facilities for music performance and sound engineering, including recording studios and production resources. You will have an enviable range of equipment to practice with, including a Custom Series 75 Neve 48-channel console, Focusrite RedNet networked audio interfaces, ProTools HDX workstations, numerous synthesisers and microphones.

Please note, we regularly review our course content to offer relevant, impactful and career-shaping learning. Therefore, the following modules are indicative and subject to change.

Compulsory modules

Audio Electronics

All audio hardware is designed and built upon principles of electrical theory. The processes of simple fader movements on a mixing desk to the detection of higher frequencies in a de-esser can be reduced to simple and more complex design of electronic circuits. This module will introduce these principles and help you understand what is happening underneath the control panels.

Quantitative Tools for Audio

This module will equip you with the fundamental tools to understand and represent problems in sound engineering subjects such as acoustics, electronics and sound system design. Through exploring concepts like fractions, logarithms, trigonometry and more, it emphasises the practical application of these principles for solving real-world challenges.

Theory of Sound

The aim of this module is for you to understand the theories and parameters relating to sound engineering that apply to all areas of the course. The main subject areas include: human hearing, physics of sound, sound measurement and decibels, basic room acoustics and digital audio conversion.

Studio Recording Techniques

The module will introduce you to the multitrack recording studio environment. You will develop practical skills in each stage of the production process, tracking and mixing. The module will focus on developing microphone techniques and producing musically balanced and controlled final mixes.

Engineering Software

The module will help you develop as programmer using C++ as a tool to build simple applications related to sound engineering. You will learn to specify, develop and test software to specified standards to meet a range of sound engineering needs.

Production and Critical Listening

The module is designed to introduce you to modern audio production processes and how to listen to sound in an objectively critical manner. You will study relevant hardware, digital audio workstations and MIDI sequencer packages. A programme of ear training will develop your critical listening skills on recorded sound and their musical attributes.

Electroacoustics

The module aims to provide you with a deep understanding of the design and performance of electroacoustic systems such as loudspeakers and microphones. You will explore and analyse the design and the behaviour of these systems and devices using theoretical analysis and industry-standard tools, software and processes.

Mathematics for Audio and Signal Processing

This module aims to provide you with the fundamental signal theory and enable you to use basic mathematical methods to analyse audio signals in time and frequency domains. The module will introduce you to signal analysis, including the types of signals, properties and applications of signals and conversion between analogue and digital signals by signal sampling and quantisation.

Sound Design and Synthesis

Sound design is used in many industry sectors, including film, TV, radio, gaming, advertising, theatre, virtual reality and smart devices. You will learn how to use synthesisers, samplers, how to record on location and how to creatively process sound files. You will apply sound design techniques to fulfil specific professional media briefs.

Acoustics

The module will provide a detailed understanding of the principles of acoustics. These principles will be explored in the context of studios, concert halls and public spaces. You will focus on the control of sound in a space to a required specification and the prevention of interaction between isolated spaces.

Audio Electronic Design

You will explore and analyse the design of audio electronic circuits through a range of applications, such as filters, amplifiers and oscillators. You will design, simulate, build and test your own audio device based on a given specification.

Embedded Systems for Audio Technology

Live Sound Practice (non credit-bearing module)

This employability–focused module will provide you with practice experience in the field of live sound engineering. It will involve engaging in live sound engineering experiences and producing a portfolio. This module will carry zero credits and it will serve as a way for you to gain hands-on experience and industry practice in the various aspects of live sound.

Sound System Design

This module will give you a detailed understanding of a range of PA sound system types and how they behave in settings such as theatres, halls and public spaces. The module will explore the latest technologies available, the requirements of a variety of acoustic spaces, and how to develop solutions and best practices for an optimum design.

Audio Digital Signal Processing

This module will introduce you to the fundamentals of digital signal processing. You will apply this knowledge to sound as both a tool for developing audio effects but also for audio analysis. You will learn how to develop your own adaptive digital audio effect. Additionally, the module will look at convolution, filter design and audio restoration.

Mixing for Screen and Broadcast

This module provides a practice-based context for the application, evolution and acquisition of advanced mixing techniques for a variety of platforms and format-setting applications. You will learn to manage and troubleshoot technical issues and provide appropriate technical solutions for the master mix.

Audio Programming for Games

Gaming is a fast-growing and lucrative area of the entertainment industry. By the end of this module, you will have a solid appreciation of the power of audio for games, combined with the skills to develop audio assets and implement them in middleware. This in turn will form the basis of a show-reel which can be used for future promotion and collaboration within the gaming industry.

Sound Engineering Project

The aim of the final major project is for you to develop the ability to undertake a large-scale project in sound engineering, which allows you to apply your knowledge and skills developed throughout the course in an expansive and challenging manner. This is an opportunity for you to showcase your academic as well as practical subject skills in a manner that will help you showcase your abilities to a future employer or academic institution. Ultimately, this will lead you into your chosen career as a sound engineer.

What our students say

2nd London university for student satisfaction - National Student Survey 26*

The course helped me critically think what I was doing to sound at all stages of recording in both the analogue and digital domain. This helped me achieve the sounds I wanted to create.

Tom Davis

Industry links

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Entry requirements

Requirements:

International

112 UCAS points required

from level 3 qualifications

These can include:

A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above

BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit

Access to HE Diploma

You also need GCSE English (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents and GCSE Maths (grade 9-5 / A*-B) or Level 2 equivalents.

Looking for BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering with Foundation Year?

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Whether you are changing career or don't have the exact subjects and grades required for this course, you might want to choose this course with a foundation year. This will give you an extra year's study to prepare you for the standard degree programme, where you can go on to graduate with a full Honours degree. Follow the link to see full details of the course with foundation year.

Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis.

Level 5 (year 2) entry

To directly enter the second year of this course, you will need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 120 undergraduate credits at Level 4 or a CertHE in a related subject area.

Level 6 (year 3) entry

To directly enter the third year of this course, you need to show appropriate knowledge and experience. For example, you are an ideal candidate if you have 240 undergraduate credits (at Levels 4 and 5), a DipHE, foundation degree or HND in a related subject area.

6.0 IELTS or above

You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need academic qualifications at the same level as UK applicants. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

Fees & funding

Funding:

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Please note:

Fees for the 2027/28 academic year and onwards may be subject to Government regulation and change.

Tuition fees are charged for each year of your course. If your course runs over 2 academic years or more, you will need to pay the fee for each academic year at the start of that year, except if otherwise stated.

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Funding your studies

You may be eligible for a student loan to cover the cost of tuition fees, or a maintenance loan. Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as those with dependants and disabled students.

We offer generous bursaries and scholarships to make sure your aspirations are your only limit.

Additional scholarships specifically for computing and engineering students may also be on offer.

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International students - funding your studies

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Financial support for international students

Engineering facilities

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Music facilities

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Recording studios and audio software

You will have access to one of the largest audio complexes in Europe, including professionally designed studios, live rooms, orchestral recording and performance spaces, Mac labs, digital and analogue synths, an extensive mic stock, Steinway pianos and more.

Media Resource Centre

At our Media Resource Centre (used by all subject areas) you will find extensive portable audio recording systems, including up to 24-track digital HD recording and portable Focusrite RedNet systems.

There is also video camera and accessory support, including LED and tungsten lighting systems, track and dolly systems and steadicam rigs.

The Townshend Studio

The Townshend Studio is a creative space for learning, collaboration, experimentation and play. It is home to a collection of instruments used by Pete Townshend, co-founder of The Who and Ealing School of Art (now UWL) alumnus, who described his time at the School as “a revelation”.

The collection comprises 12 principal synthesisers, plus many other instruments which have been used by Pete throughout his career.

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Your future career

Once you graduate from our BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering course, you could go on to work in a wide variety of jobs across the music and engineering industries.

You may also want to progress your studies to explore a related field or specialise on a postgraduate course.

One-to-one, life-long careers support

Taught by lecturers with industry experience

Career-focused modules

Alumni networking events

Support with CV and interview skills

On campus, specialist careers fairs

Build your portfolio

Industry connections

Job roles

studio recording engineering

computer music and synthesis

live sound recording and engineering

sound system design

field service engineering

acoustic consultancy (installation)

design and test engineering for audio hardware and software

theatre sound engineering

sound designer and audio post production

audiology, broadcast engineering and production.

Graduate employers

AVC Audio Visual

KP Acoustics

Noise Solutions

Solid State Logic

SSE Audio Group – Solotech Ltd.

Dr Eugenio Donati Course Leader

I am a Lecturer in Audio/Sound Engineering and I have a PhD in Audio Electronics and Bio-signal processing. My doctoral thesis focused on the development of a system for the conversion of voice into MIDI through the application of biosignal and Artificial Intelligence. I am a member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and of the UK Acoustic Network (UKAN+).

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Dr Apostolos Georgakis

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Dr Gerard Roma

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