
Music Technology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Music Technology BSc (Hons)
OVERVIEW
Prepare for a career in the music and media industry with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Music Technology.With access to state-of-the-art, industry-standard equipment and software, you’ll be involved in:
• Audio post-production
• Acoustics
• Electronic music composition
• Immersive audio
• Industry studies
• Live sound production
• Music recording and production
• Mastering
• Synthesis and sound design
Complementing the theory you’ll learn in class, regular guest lectures from industry professionals will help strengthen your understanding ...
OVERVIEW<br/><br/>Prepare for a career in the music and media industry with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Music Technology.With access to state-of-the-art, industry-standard equipment and software, you’ll be involved in:<br/>• Audio post-production<br/>• Acoustics<br/>• Electronic music composition<br/>• Immersive audio<br/>• Industry studies<br/>• Live sound production<br/>• Music recording and production<br/>• Mastering<br/>• Synthesis and sound design<br/>Complementing the theory you’ll learn in class, regular guest lectures from industry professionals will help strengthen your understanding of Music Technology.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS<br/><br/>• This programme will provide you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to work in the creative music, audio and media sectors.<br/>• You will develop a wide range of industry relevant technical skills related to music and audio production.<br/>• This programme is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) and is an Avid Learning Partner, which gives you the opportunity to gain Pro Tools certification.<br/><br/>PROGRAMME DETAILS <br/><br/>Teaching is delivered between two dedicated Apple Mac labs complete with two recording studios and two surround post-production suites, one of which is Dolby Atmos enabled. The studios operate with Pro Tools and Logic with a selection of outboard processing hardware catering for up to 24 channels of recording. You will also have access to industry standard software and hardware. Our Macs are equipped with the latest versions of Avid Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Apple Logic Pro X, Final Cut X and Max for Live.<br/><br/>CAREERS<br/><br/>BSc (Hons) Music Technology graduates have the technical skills, business awareness and networking abilities to secure roles in industries including:<br/>• Audio post-production<br/>• Acoustics and live sound<br/>• Broadcast audio<br/>• Education<br/>• Immersive game audio<br/>• Music mixing & mastering<br/>• Sound design<br/>• Video and media production
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
07/09/2026
Campus
Paisley Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
W350
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
90
including Music/Music Technology and English
Scottish Higher
B,C,C,C
Including Music or Music Technology and English plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths or Physics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Standard Level For year 2 entry, 28 points including Music, English and either Maths or Physics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H3,H3,H4
including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Ordinary Level
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDM
For year 2 entry, in relevant subject
Scottish Advanced Higher
C,C,D
For entry to Year 2, including Music/Music Technology, English and either Maths or Physics
Scottish HNC
Pass
Entry to Year 2 with a HNC in one of the following titles: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology.
Scottish HND
Pass
Entry to Year 3 with a HND in one of the following titles: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology
A level
C,C,D
Including Music or Music Technology and English, plus GCSE Maths or Physics. For Year 2 entry, BBC including Music/Music Technology, English and either Maths or Physics
T Level
Pass (C and above)
in relevant subject For year 2 entry, Grade M required in relevant subject
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £18,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |