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Sound Design degrees in the UK

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Sound Technology BA (Hons)

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) United Kingdom

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Performance Design BA (Hons)

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama United Kingdom

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Sound Design Technology BSc (Hons)

University of Hertfordshire (UH) United Kingdom

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Sound Arts and Design BA (Hons)

University of the Arts London (UAL) United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Production BA (Hons)

Bournemouth University (BU) United Kingdom

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Media, Music and Sound BA (Hons)

Edge Hill University United Kingdom

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Electronic Music and Sound Production BA (Hons)

Norwich University of the Arts United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Design BA (Hons)

Manchester Metropolitan University United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Design BA/BSc Combined Honours

London South Bank University (LSBU) United Kingdom

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Music, Sound and Technology BSc (Hons)

City, University of London United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Design BA

Queen's University Belfast United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Recording BA

University of York United Kingdom

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Sound Design BA (Hons)

University of Greenwich United Kingdom

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Sound and Live Event Production BSc (Hons)

University of South Wales United Kingdom

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Music and Sound Recording (Tonmeister) BSc (Hons), BMus (Hons)

University of Surrey United Kingdom

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Sound Design BSc (Hons)

Buckinghamshire New University United Kingdom

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Digital Music and Sound Arts BA (Hons)

University of Brighton United Kingdom

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Study a Sound Design degree in the UK in 2025

Sound Design as a degree focuses on the artistic and technical aspects of creating and manipulating sound for various applications, including film, television, theatre, music, video games, and virtual reality. It involves understanding how sound can enhance storytelling, evoke emotions, and create immersive experiences for audiences.

Studying Sound Design cultivates creativity, technical proficiency, and an acute ear for detail. It provides a platform for individuals to master the art of shaping sound, creating captivating auditory experiences, and contributing to the immersive storytelling in various media forms. Graduates often find fulfilment in designing soundscapes that resonate with audiences, enhancing the narrative of visual media, and crafting audio experiences that leave a lasting impact. A degree in Sound Design opens doors to exciting opportunities in the world of entertainment and media, allowing individuals to make their mark on the auditory landscape and bring stories to life through the power of sound.

Graduates of a degree in Sound Design will have a diverse range of career options available to them within the entertainment and media industries. These include sound designers for film and television productions, audio engineers for music recording and live events, sound editors for video games, and sound technicians for theatre productions.

Your degree program will be delivered through a combination of theoretical study, practical workshops, and hands-on experience with sound equipment and software. Depending on your course, you may have the opportunity to work on real projects and gain industry experience through internships or work placements. Modules you study could include:

  • Introduction to Sound Design
  • Audio Recording and Editing Techniques
  • Sound Effects and Foley Artistry
  • Music Production and Composition
  • Sound for Film and Television

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

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