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Sound Design
BSc (Hons) · 4 Years · Full-time · 07/09/2026 · UndergraduateMerchiston Campus
Course summary
If you have a passion for sound, and would like to learn how to design it so that it is seamlessly integrated into media, products or environments, then this degree will help you develop an in-depth understanding and the practical skills needed to design and evaluate effective sound for listeners.
This course will teach you the techniques to create new sounds that coexist with dialogue and music to support a wide variety of media and applications. The underlying principles of linear and interactive media are also addressed, as well as products and environments to maximise potential employment.
Throughout your studies you can specialise in your chosen discipline, and then work towards creating an appropriate portfolio, whilst gaining valuable contacts who could help you during your transition from study to a professional career.
A mix of assignments and projects will give you the chance to collaborate with students on Acting, Digital Media, Film, Games Development and Television degrees.
Studying Sound Design will allow you to collaborate with students on Acting, Digital Media, Film, Games, Journalism, Television, UX and Web degrees.
We also have an extensive range of online guest lectures from internationally recognised Sound Designers.
Find out more at: https://x.com/SoundDesignMSc
Please visit our website for full course and module details.
How to apply
Apply by
14 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:
- 5G7B
- Institution code:
- E59
- Campus name:
- Merchiston Campus
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements
Standard Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - BCC
GCSE Maths at Grade C/4
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject (Art and Design, Creative Digital Media Production, Music, Music Technology or Performing Arts)
GCSE Maths at Grade C/4
Access to HE Diploma - D: 12 credits M: 33 credits
Pass Access to HE Diploma in a related subject with 45 credits overall with minimum 33 Credits at Merit & 12 Distinction to include Art and Design, Fine Art, Music, Music Technology or Performing Arts at Level 3.
Maths required at Level 2 or equivalent.
Scottish Higher - BBBB
National 5 C in Maths OR Applications of Maths.
If you are eligible for an adjusted offer under our Contextual Admissions Policy, please see the ‘Minimum Qualification Requirements’ below.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
Minimum grades D*D* (Distinction*, Distinction*) in a related subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points
Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4
Grade 4 SL Maths.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H3, H3
Grades H2, H2, H3, H3 at Higher Level
Grade O4 at Ordinary Level in Maths.
T Level - M
T Level must be in: Art and Design, Fine Art, Music, Music Technology or Performing Arts OR additional A Level in one of these subjects at grade B. GCSE Grade C/4 in Maths is also required.
Other Year 1 accepted qualifications:
UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and Production - Pass plus A-Level BC or Pass UAL Diploma with merit plus A-Level B
UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance and Production with Merit
Rockschool Level 3 Extended Diploma for Music Practioners with Merit
Minimum Year 2 Entry Requirements
Advanced Higher BBC to include at least one of the following at Advanced Higher: Art & Design (Design or Expressive), Drama or Music. Plus National 5 C in Maths
A level AAB to include at least one from: Art and Design, Fine Art, Music, Music Technology or Performing Arts. Plus GCSE grade C/4 in Maths
BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3 minimum grades DDD (Distinction, Distinction, Distinction) in either Music Technology or Audio and Music Production.
Places are limited and students should anticipate a rigorous selection process, including interview.
Minimum Year 3 Entry Requirements
Please enquire directly with the admissions team.
Places are limited and students should anticipate a rigorous selection process, including interview.
Minimum Year 4 Entry Requirements
A Scottish bachelor’s degree in Sound Production (or equivalent), or have achieved 360 SCQF credits, with 120 SCQF credits at level 7, 120 SCQF credits at level 8, and 120 SCQF credits at level 7 in appropriate subjects
Places are limited and students should anticipate a rigorous selection process, including interview.
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Scottish Higher - BBCC
National 5 grade C in Maths OR Applications of Maths also required.
The grades listed above are our minimum entry requirements for applicants who meet our widening participation criteria. For further information about our entry requirements and our widening participation criteria as outlined within our Contextual Admissions Policy please visit our website.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5. |
Historical entry grades data BETA
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | Year 1 |
| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
International - Year 1 £18,220 - £21,120 (See course page for details)
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