Sound Engineering and Production

University of Salford

United Kingdom, Salford

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University of Salford

United Kingdom , Salford

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

Course ID H349

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

Apply to this program

Go to the official application for the university

Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,120 / years

Next Intake September-2026

Sound Engineering and Production

About

Introduction

In a nutshell

Sound engineers are essential to how we perceive live and recorded sound. As digital listening experiences expand, and listeners engage on different platforms and in different locations, sound quality and delivery is paramount. With the sound engineering and production degree, you'll develop the professional knowledge to experience and deliver audio at the highest standard.

With a focus on your career and real-world applications, you'll explore a range of audio modules which will equip you with the skills to build a career in the music and audio industries. Combining audio engineering theory and studio-based delivery, you'll critically evaluate new audio developments and apply them creatively.

Designed to get you industry-ready, this course has been awarded accreditation status with JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Services), which means you will be educated to the highest industry standards.

At the forefront of audio and acoustics teaching and research for over 60 years, Salford is home to some ground-breaking and world-class facilities. As a sound engineering and production student, you’ll experience cutting-edge acoustic testing facilities, advanced laboratories and industry-standard studio equipment across our Peel Park and MediaCity campuses, that will help to develop your knowledge and your practical skills.

Start your study journey

Register for our next Open Day to learn more about studying Sound Engineering and Production, explore our facilities and meet the course team

You will:

Develop your knowledge of the recording process, enhanced by scientific and technical aspects
Acquire production knowledge of a variety of practical applications, including radio, TV, studio recording and live sound, as well as game audio and augmented reality
Learn how to use the industry standard software tools for the generation, control, processing and audio reproduction
Experience the relationships between sound and the environment, wherever it is being produced

Placement

options available

International

students accepted

Course accreditations

control deck at the acoustical and audio engineering studios

Master audio post production in the dubbing theatre at our MediaCity campus

Student behind desk controlling audio deck

Student testing audio equipment in studio

This is for you if...

You're creative and like using technology to find solutions

You want to pursue a career in audio, music production, acoustics or in the creative sector

You're passionate about music and sound with a demonstrable interest in production and audio technology

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Requirements

How to get accepted onto the sound engineering and production course

Applicant profile

We welcome applicants with a passion for sound and a desire to build a future career working in this field. You will ideally have studied mathematics or a technical or science-based subject at college, and would like to gain a deeper knowledge in these and other related subjects, with particular interest in applying this knowledge to sound and audio.

English language requirements

All of our courses are taught and assessed in English. If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.0 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, and we also accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

Read more about our English language requirements, including information about pathways that can help you gain entry on to our degree courses. If you do not have the English language requirements, you could take our Pre-Sessional English course to gain entry onto this degree.

Standard entry requirements

GCSE

English Language and Mathematics at grade C/level 4 or above (or equivalent). You must fulfil our GCSE entry requirements as well as one of the requirements listed below.

UCAS tariff points

112-120 UCAS points, including a scientific or technical subject

A level

112-120 UCAS points including minimum of a grade C or above in a technical or scientific subject such as Mathematics, Physics, Music Technology, IT or Electronics

BTEC National Diploma

DMM from technical or scientific subjects, such as Mathematics, Physics, Music Technology, IT or Electronics, or similar. E.g. BTEC National Diploma in Music Technology including modules in Sound Creation and Manipulation, Acoustics for Musicians.

Access to HE

Pass with 112-120 UCAS points from a QAA-approved Science or technical programme

Scottish Highers

120 UCAS points to include Mathematics or a technical or scientific subject (for example, Physics, Music Technology, IT or Electronics)

Irish Leaving Certificate

120 UCAS points to include Mathematics or a technical or scientific subject (for example, Physics, Music Technology, IT or Electronics)

European Baccalaureate

Pass in Diploma of at least 80%

International Baccalaureate

28 points

International students

We accept qualifications from all around the world. Find your country to see a full list of entry requirements.

Alternative entry requirements

Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES)

We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their ability to pursue the course successfully. Once we have received your application we will assess it and recommend it for SAES if you are an eligible candidate.

There are two different routes through the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme and applicants will be directed to the one appropriate for their course. Assessment will either be through a review of prior learning or through a formal test.

To be considered for the Salford Alternative Entry Scheme you must have already achieved or be working towards GCSE Maths and English Grade C/4 (or equivalent).

The cost of studying BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production

Your tuition fees are regulated by the UK government who has proposed changes to tuition fees for UK students studying in England from 1 August 2025. The fee stated reflects this proposed change, but remains subject to parliamentary approval. Your tuition fees may increase in your first and each subsequent year of your programme to the maximum amount permitted by UK law or regulation for that academic year.

Type of study	Year	Fees
Full-time home	2025/26	£9,535.00per year
Full-time international	2025/26	£17,650.00per year

Additional costs

You should consider further costs which may include books, stationery, printing, binding and general subsistence on trips and visits.

International student scholarships

If you are a high-achieving international student, you may be eligible for one of our scholarships.

Learn more about our latest international scholarships.

English Program Requirements

Equivalent qualifications

English language requirements are shown on individual course pages. Generally, this is shown as an IELTS grade, however we accept a range of equivalent qualifications.

As a general guide:

For undergraduate courses we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For postgraduate courses, we require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 in each component) or equivalent

For the International Foundation Year, we require IELTS 4.5 (with a minimum 4.0 in each component) in UKVI IELTS for UKVI (Academic)

The approved equivalent qualifications list includes the following:

Secure English Language Tests (SELTs)

University of Salford English language courses

Regional-based qualifications

Majority English Speaking Countries as deemed by UKVI

Medium of English Institutions

Applicants who require a Student Route visa to study in the UK may require evidence of a Secure English Language test rather than an examination or qualification due to visa requirements, as deemed by the UK Government Home Office, Visa and Immigration (UKVI).

Career

Employment and stats

After your sound engineering and production degree

Employment

The BSc (Hons) Sound Engineering and Production course is designed to help you to develop a range of personal and professional skills which will make you highly employable. These include report writing and presentation skills, data interpretation and IT skills and teamwork and project management skills.

Successfully completing a sound engineering and production degree course can put you in a great position to become major players in the diverse world of sound, music production, acoustics and audio, with fantastic opportunities for studio and live producers/engineers, broadcast engineers, gaming audio engineers, product developers, acoustics and audio researchers, and acoustics consultants.

Salford audio and acoustics graduates have excellent career prospects in acoustic consultancy and audio-related industries, with our alumni securing roles with Arup, BBS, Apple, Dolby, Jaguar Land Rover, Thales, NHS, and Sandy Brown Associates.

Further study

You might find that you want to learn more about acoustics and audio. Building on our expertise, we offer a range of postgraduate courses that can take your interests and career opportunities further. Salford graduates and alumni who apply for our postgraduate courses also qualify to receive a generous fees discount.

Some graduates choose to pursue postgraduate and doctoral research. For over 60 years, the Acoustics Research Centre at Salford has led audio and acoustics knowledge-building and innovation. Funded by research councils, government bodies and industry, the Centre offers a range of postgraduate research opportunities for acoustics graduates. 

A taste of what you could become

A Sound Technician

A Broadcast Engineer

A Radio Producer

An Audio Consultant

An Audio Researcher

And more...

Career Links

Industry collaboration is at the heart of your learning at Salford. Thanks to a longstanding partnership with Soundsnap, you will have free access to sound effects resources during your studies.

Our acoustic and audio staff hold strong industry links through collaborative research and development projects with our Acoustics Research Centre.These connections keep course content relevant to industry needs and in tune with new research.