Digital Audio Engineering MSc

Overview

On our MSc in Digital Audio Engineering, you will explore the varied uses of technology in the delivery and creation of digital audio systems. With access to many useful resources, including both hardware and software, you will be able to develop real-world technical expertise to design, develop and operate a range of innovative solutions.

Digital audio is part of all aspects of modern life. It is used in music and sound production, media and gaming, 3D spatial audio, mobile devices, streaming, online media and the internet of things (IoT), plus many others. There is a growing demand for people who have the necessary technical and creative abilities to enable and progress how digital audio is embedded in these areas.

As such, this course is designed for graduates from a range of engineering, music technology and computer science backgrounds.

Study & career progression

There are many industry and research sectors where there are opportunities for employment and career progression. With a qualification in digital audio engineering, you could work in:

• archiving, restoration and digital libraries
• audio for games
• audio for telecommunications
• audio forensics
• audio recording and mastering systems
• automotive audio
• coding of audio signals
• fibre optics for audio
• hearing and hearing loss prevention
• high-resolution audio for music and server-based audio
• network audio systems
• semantic audio analysis
• signal processing for audio
• spatial audio (3D)
• transmission and broadcasting.

You should have an honours degree (2:1 or above) from a UK university or equivalent. You must demonstrate a clear interest in digital audio, either from a utilitarian or creative stand point. We may also offer you a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually.