Game and Interactive Audio BSc (Hons)
Futureworks
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Game and Interactive Audio BSc (Hons) and other courses in others in technology at Futureworks for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in others in technology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of computer games and animation
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £23527 | £21618 | £25579 |
25-75 percentile range | £19993 - £27189 | £16012 - £27426 | £19097 - £32967 |
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Course Description
The future of sound and music is interactive. Every day new applications and games are released. With millions of users across the globe buying into interactive content for their personal devices and home entertainment systems anyone serious about working in sound simply cannot ignore this exciting and rapidly expanding industry.
Being creative with the technology is the primary aim of the course. Studying in a classroom/studio/online setting, allows you and your tutors to develop a mature and informative relationship. This a supportive and welcoming environment mirroring the professional arena where you will be expected to organise your working patterns based upon set goals.
We take a flexible approach to your teaching and learning, building on successful strategies driven by industry trends. It is very important to develop your ability to work and collaborate both face-to-face and online. These are vital and forward-looking employment skills recommended by our industry partners in the Futureworks’ Industry Advisory Group.
Lectures, workshops and tutorials take place in our fully equipped labs and studios. Flexible access to studio and practical facilities, enables students to establish, practice and develop their work using professional level hardware and software. Relevant hardware and software training will be provided during studio, workshop and lecture sessions to support student work at all levels.
This course, developed in consultation with industry, is designed to equip hard working and enthusiastic individuals with the skills to succeed as audio professionals in game and interactive media. The UK is a world leader in this field and Futureworks is a world leader in educating for this sector, teaching game and interactive sound since 2010.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Game and Interactive Audio BSc (Hons) at Futureworks
55% | Therapy professionals |
15% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
5% | Elementary occupations |
5% | Welfare and housing associate professionals |
5% | Customer service occupations |
5% | Sales occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Costs
Tuition Fees Game and Interactive Audio BSc (Hons)
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees may be subject to change as determined by government policy.
You may find it beneficial to invest in additional equipment and/or study resources to support your learning. Additionally, there may be the option of attending events outside of Futureworks which would further enhance your studies. We recommend that you budget in the region of £300 to £600 over the duration of the course to cover these expenses.
We are unable to accept applications from students requiring a Student visa.
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
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.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
About Futureworks
Futureworks is a school specialising in Media Studies, such as Audio and Visual Effects, Animation, Game Development, Film, Music, and more. Their courses and programmes take place at their Salford campus, located in Greater Manchester, England. This is an excellent option for those who are determined to pursue a career in creating media, due to the quality and abundance of the studios that this college provides, as well as courses delivered by tutors with extensive professional experience in their particular area of expertise. Students have the chance to live in third party residence halls nearby, potentially saving applicants money and time while they earn their
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Student composition of Futureworks
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Total number of students enrolled at Futureworks by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 395
- postgraduates:
- Total:
- 395
Where is this programme taught
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