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United Kingdom, Camden

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Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London

United Kingdom , Camden

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

WW34

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesOctober-2022

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 24,552 / year

Next Intake October-2022

Sound Design and Production

About

This course explores all aspects and possibilities of Sound Design and Production. Grounded in theatre, you'll learn the art of creating sonic worlds integral to dramatic narratives. You will develop the technical ability to control the sound environment of live performance, using state-of-the-art equipment and working with tutors who are active professionals.

Studying on the Sound Design and Production specialism of the BA (Hons) Theatre Practice degree course, you will:

Learn the skills and techniques of contemporary Sound Design for performance
Production and Engineering work to realise Sound Systems for performance and installation
Develop skills for Mixing Musicals and Sound Operation for plays
Grow your understanding of acoustic and technical theory
Gain experience in one of the most rapidly evolving theatre disciplines
Get real world experience through professional placement opportunities and industry networks
Collaborate on projects and work independently at the highest level

You'll explore the newest professional performance technologies, including computer-based show control, audio recording, waveform editing, digital mixing, audio and computer networking, MIDI, scripting and OSC. Relevant acoustic and technical theory helps you use this equipment effectively in practice and allows you to adapt to emerging technologies in the future.

You'll work with state-of-the-art equipment companies including d&b Audiotechnik, Yamaha, Shure and Autograph Sound

The course also includes projects in Immersive and Spatial Audio, Film Sound Design and Composition, Game Audio, Sound Art and Audio Drama.

BA (Hons) Theatre Practice: Sound Design and Production will prepare you for all elements of Audio work in a diverse range of settings and industry areas.

If you are interested in composition for performance, the relationship between the fields of sound design and music composition may be explored.

Read more from Course Tutor Donato Wharton on what's involved in becoming a Sound Designer or Foley Artist.

Cutting edge practice and thinking is the norm at Central. Exciting research activity ongoing in this area and led by Dr Duska Radosavljevic can be found here

Second-year Entry

You can apply for second-year entry to this course if you have already undertaken first-year study at another institution on a relevant course, taken a HND and HNC qualification or have relevant experience. Please contact [email protected] to find out more.

Explore the possibilities of one of the most rapidly evolving of specialist theatre disciplines, working with tutors who are active professionals, and state-of-the-art equipment.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to satisfy the admission requirements. Invitation to audition/interview and admission will be based on the reasonable expectation from your application that you have the potential to complete and contribute positively to the degree, and that you would benefit from master’s level study.

Applicants will normally be able to demonstrate the following:

relevant qualifications (e.g. undergraduate degree or equivalent), or professional experience which has prepared you equivalently for advanced study
appropriate written reference
evidence of a specific commitment to the course with an understanding of relevant issues and practices
evidence of appropriate level of skills/competencies
evidence of the ability to work in collaboration with colleagues and, where relevant, with external parties
evidence of a capacity to work at master’s level, e.g. engage with complex matters in the field, or demonstrate originality in the application of knowledge.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 24,552 / year

How to Apply

How to Apply for Postgraduate Courses

All applications to postgraduate courses at Central must be made directly to the School. We have an online application system through which you should submit your application.

When to Apply for Postgraduate Courses

We will start receiving applications from 10 October each year, for courses starting in the following September/October. Applications for the MA Acting courses, which are January start, will open the preceding January.

There is no formal closing date for direct applications to Central, but you are strongly advised to apply as early as possible after applications open, as we consider applications in the order they are submitted and will close courses once they become full. Late applications will be considered as long as there are still places available on the course. We will post notice on the individual course pages on Central’s website when a course becomes full and is no longer considering applications.