Leeds Beckett University
Music Technology BSc (Hons)
Leeds Beckett University

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 180 graduates of Music Technology BSc (Hons) and other courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel at Leeds Beckett University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Tourism, Transport and Travel.

Overall student satisfaction
83 /100
180 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of all UK Graduates of

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22910 £20830 £24369
25-75 percentile range £19839 - £26189 £16042 - £26488 £18552 - £31827

Course Description

Explore creativity through music technology and graduate with the expertise to work in live sound, studio production, game audio, immersive audio, acoustics and post-production.

Develop the skills you’ll need to work in the expanding and diverse modern professional audio and music industries on this JAMES-accredited course.

As part of this course, you’ll:

  • Explore the technologies and techniques used in the recording, production and reproduction of sound and music
  • Fuel your creativity while expanding your theoretical knowledge to open doors to a wide variety of career destinations
  • Take your skills beyond the recording studio and apply your creativity and technical knowledge in live sound, game audio and post-production sound
  • Access industry-standard facilities, including our impressive recording studios, production suites, rehearsal rooms and portable recording and audio analysis devices
  • Explore specialisms based on your interests through our option modules

Find out more

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited by JAMES (Joint Audio Media Education Support) which encourages the delivery of workshops and lectures from industry professionals. A placement option between your second and third years will provide an opportunity to gain experience in industry.

Teaching expertise

You’ll be taught by a teaching team of industry professionals and academic staff at the forefront of their fields. We’ll help you develop experience and expertise in areas across music technology. You’ll be supported in your studies through our learning officers who offer a wealth of knowledge about the extensive range of equipment that we have.

Extra-curricular opportunities

The Artist in Residence programme will give you an opportunity to work with professional artists. The programme will give you a taste of what it's like to work on a professional music project. We have welcomed artists:

  • Chris T-T
  • Ian Prowse
  • I Monster
  • Tom Williams
  • Utah Saints

You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with students from many areas within the Leeds School of Arts at the wider university.

Specialist Facilities

The Leeds School of Arts building houses a huge range of spaces to help you develop your creative and technical skills. You’ll have access to our recording studios, production suites, mastering and ambisonics room, postproduction sound dubbing theatre, and the anechoic and reverb chambers. You’ll also be able to use our rehearsal rooms to develop your musicianship or join a band alongside your studies.

Why study Music Technology at Leeds Beckett University...

  • 90% of students from BSc (Hons) Music Technology were in work or further study 15 months after graduation*
  • Accredited by JAMES - we were the first university in England to become a JAMES Integrated Learning Centre
  • Taught by music industry professionals
  • Opportunity to gain invaluable work experience through a placement year in industry and work with external clients
  • Study within one of the largest university arts communities in the north
  • Access to specialist facilities in the new Leeds School of Arts building *Percentage of respondents from this course, HESA Graduate Outcomes 20-21

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Tourism, Transport and Travel

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Music Technology, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Music Technology BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1

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)

University Rankings

Positions of Leeds Beckett University in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Leeds Beckett University in related subject specific rankings.

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #49 
    • #59 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #75 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

See all 26 university rankings of Leeds Beckett University

About Leeds Beckett University

Established in 1824, Leeds Beckett University is located on the Northern side of Leeds City Centre. There are a variety of campus buildings in the area, including the Polytechnic site, Electric Press, the Old Broadcasting House, the university’s Business School, and more. Leeds is the ideal student city, with an abundance of activities and nightlife to take advantage of, plus a reliable bus service for getting around easily.

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Student composition of Leeds Beckett University

undergraduates:
16235
postgraduates:
3890
Total:
20125
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