MSc Audio Engineering

The Audio Engineering MSc course at the University of Derby is a specialized programme designed for those wishing to pursue a career in the audio and digital media industries. This course offers a blend of theory, practical and professional training, enabling students to develop sound understanding and practical skills in traditional and contemporary audio engineering including recording, production, broadcasting, and interactive and immersive audio.Course Content: The course is divided into three stages - Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma, and MSc, with each stage taking about eight weeks to complete. Graduates will have the practical ability to generate, manipulate, control, capture, and reproduce sound.Key Modules: The modules comprise a variety of subjects including Acoustics, Audio System Design, Mastering and Post Production, Analogue and Digital Electronics, Signal Processing, Network Audio, Studio Design and Broadcast Audio, Interactive and Immersive Audio alongside Research Methods and Independent Scholarly Activity.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the Joint Audio Media Education Support (JAMES), a consortium of music, entertainment and media industry organisations collaborating in the support of education and promotion of excellence.Future Careers: A Master’s in Audio Engineering can lead to varied careers such as Studio Engineer/Producer, Broadcast Engineer, Post Production Specialist, Sound Designer for Gaming, Live Sound Engineer or Signal Processing Developer.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.