Music Software Development

The BSc (Hons) Music Software Development will appeal to undergraduates wishing to develop their skills and interests in computing and music. The course integrates studies in computing, programming and software development, the professional use of computer technology in the service of music, and creative artistic studies in music including harmony, composition and orchestration.

The Music Software Development degree is an innovative course that bridges a gap by bringing together a practical exploration of the concepts and use of music technology with an understanding of the underlying computer science. Graduates of this degree will be skilled in music production and the creation of systems, real-time and graphical user interface software in general and music-related software in particular. Students will study music theory and practice and apply the knowledge and skills gained in the composition and manipulating of diverse sound and music resources.

Practical experience is based upon use of industry-standard software and equipment, a recording studio, post-production equipment and laboratories dedicated to digital music studies. The combination of academic studies and intensive creative practical work will prepare students for specialist jobs in the music, multimedia, games, television, animation and film industries.

Entry requirements will be typical of those for an honours degree course but additionally evidence of a keen and developed interest in music, some knowledge of music theory and both artistic and instrumental ability will be sought.

Students may choose to spend a year in industry after their second year or opt to continue immediately with their final year options.

Course Structure and Content

Full time undergraduate degrees are taught over three years at the university, plus perhaps, a "sandwich" year in industry after the second year.

These are the modules you could expect to study on this course. The modules you can choose in your Second and Final years will depend on those you have studied in preceeding years. Also, some second and final year modules may be changed or restructured in order to keep the course up to date with latest trends in the industry.