Music Technology
Birmingham City University
Music Technology
Course Summary
Want to be an established music technician? Study our BSc (Hons) Music Technology degree at Birmingham City University. This course is aimed at the technical music producer, and will train you to use technology to create, record and distribute music. We will provide you with industry connections, live projects and a wide, in-depth knowledge of the field.
You’ll leave with a valuable blend of creative ability and practical skills in music production, alongside solid business awareness and a strong understanding of technology.
**What's covered in the course?**
Our BSc (Hons) Music Technology course was set up to meet the growing demand for people within the music and audio industries who are able to use technology to assist in the creation, performance and distribution of music.
We will train you to become the next generation of musically-informed engineers, with a strong understanding of underlying technical principles in order to make informed decisions about appropriate technologies.
You will analyse and critically evaluate live musical events and sound recordings, as well as music technology products, systems, processes and designs. You’ll also have the opportunity to study in our world-class facilities in our Royal Birmingham Conservatoire.
Exploring a wealth of creative ideas and techniques, we will encourage you to think innovatively and respond to the needs of industry. Employability is a key factor incorporated within the course, and we are dedicated to providing you with the skills and knowledge to jump right into a creative role.
**Why Choose Us?**
• **Excellent preparation for industry** - Learn skills for a range of technology-focused career paths in the highly dynamic music technology environment. Our students have gone on to work at Focusrite, Universal, BBC, Audient and The Music Group.
• **Range of opportunities** - Our graduates have successfully entered the music and audio industry in production, sound design and audio through to technical development, acoustic consultancy and education.
• **Unique position in UK higher education** - The BSc (Hons) Music Technology degree holds a unique position, drawing on the dual strengths of a cutting-edge technology institution and a premier Conservatoire.
• **Undertake a sandwich year** - You can choose to take a one-year work placement between your second and final year, providing you with valuable work experience.
• **State-of-the-art campus and facilities** - You’ll be taught across our three City Centre Campuses that include; Millennium Point, which has recently had a £6.5 million investment in facilities; the £57 million Royal Birmingham Conservatoire; and £62 million Parkside Campus. Find out more about our campuses.
• **Be inspired** - Read about how Kristian collaborated with music students in studios while studying.
• **Build skills for employment** - You will have the option to join our Curzon Software House and take part in industry projects to build up skills for your CV.
• **High course satisfaction** - We scored 95 per cent for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2020.
Course Details - Modules
Year 1 - Music Industry, Music and Critical Studies, Digital Audio Technology, Audio Electronics, Musical Instrument Acoustics, Music Technology and Sound Recording Year 2 - Media Production Management, Music and Critical Studies (2), Digital Signal Processing, Networks for Music Technology,Audio Systems, Music Technology and Sound Recording (2) Year 3 - Interactive Music Systems, Music and Sound for Visual Media, Technology Project, Studio Acoustics, Music Technology and Sound Recording (3)
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code: W350
Institution code: B25
Campus Name: Millennium Point Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Must include at least one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
A maximum of 3 subjects are considered. These can be other A-levels or level 3 equivalents.
Pass with 120 credits at level 4
Must be in a relevant subject
May be considered for advanced entry. Subject to satisfactory comparability of modular content at levels 4 and 5. A transcript will be required.
"• Pass with 120 credits at level 4 and 120 credits at level 5
Must be in a relevant subject
May be considered for advanced entry. Subject to satisfactory comparability of modular content at levels 4 and 5. A transcript will be required
Please visit: http://www.bcu.ac.uk/student-info/offer-making-strategy for more information about contextual offers.
Achieve a minimum of 120 tariff points achieved in either five Highers or from a combination of two Advanced Highers plus two Highers.
Where only Highers have been taken a minimum of grades BBBCC is required. Where a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers have been taken you must achieve grades of CC in two Advanced Highers plus grades of CC in two Highers
Must include one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Must include at least one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
A maximum of two AS-level subjects can be considered along with two A-levels or a combination of equivalent level 3 qualifications
60 credits overall. Minimum of 45 credits at level 3. The remainding 15 credits can be taken either at level 2 or 3. Must be from Technology, Science, or Computing related subjects
A minimum of 12 credits achieved from any Technology Units awarded at Merit or Distinction.
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
Achieve a minimum of 120 tariff points achieved in either three Advanced Highers or from a combination of two Advanced Highers plus two Highers.
Where three Advanced Highers have been taken achieve a minimum of grades CCC.
Where a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers have been taken you must achieve (grades of CC in two Advanced Highers plus grades of CC in two Highers)
Must include one from Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing
Must be in a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Must be in a topic related to the degree subject being applied for
Considered with two A-levels or equivalent level 3 qualification(s) one of which must be in a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject.
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in Mathematics at Grade C/4 or above grade 5 in Maths (Standard Level) from the IB Diploma will be accepted
For students who do not already hold a GCSE in English Language at Grade C/4 or above Standard Level English Language (not literature) English A - Grade 4 or above or English B - Grade 5 from the IB will be accepted.
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
Must be in a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
Pass the Irish Leaving Certificate with a minimum of 120 tariff points, achieved in four Higher level subjects. This must include Maths and English Language taken at either Ordinary level (minimum grade O1-O4 (or A-C/A1-C3)) or Higher level (minimum H5/D1).
Must include Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
See Level 3 Entry under Irish Leaving Certificate for full details.
Must be in a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with one A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Considered with two A-level or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Either this qualification or an accompanying A-level / level 3 equivalent must be a Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subject
120 UCAS points
Must be in Technology, Science, Mathematics or Computing related subjects
Considered with two A-levels or an equivalent level 3 qualification
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Minimum Qualification Requirements
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | AdditionalDetails |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.0 | with no less than 5.5 in any level |
Unistats information
Student satisfaction : 85%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 58%
Go onto work and study: 82%
Fees and funding
| EU | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| England | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
| Wales | 9250.0 | Year 1 |
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
University House
15 Bartholomew Row
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Birmingham
B5 5JU
15 Bartholomew Row
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Birmingham
B5 5JU