Staffordshire University
Sound Design BSc (Hons)
Staffordshire University

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 95 graduates of Sound Design BSc (Hons) and other courses in Cinematics and Photography at Staffordshire University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Cinematics and Photography.

Overall student satisfaction
75 /100
95 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Cinematics and Photography

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Cinematics and Photography at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24000 £17000 £19500
25-75 percentile range £20000 - £26000 £13500 - £21000 £15500 - £25000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Cinematics and Photography

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £21321 £18801 £22201
25-75 percentile range £18320 - £25156 £13757 - £23504 £16745 - £28265

Course Description

Explore the creation of sound and music for film, TV, animation, games, theatre and radio with our highly collaborative degree in Sound Design.

If you are interested in creating sound and music for film, games, television or drama, this course could be perfect for you.

The course is highly flexible, so you can personalise it to match your interests. A range of optional modules will enable you to develop your skills in areas such as music composition, electronics, creating software tools, acoustics and the film industry.

You will have access to our world-class recording and post-production facilities, which include professional sound studios, Foley pit, and TV studio. We also have accredited Avid and Apple trainers, enabling you to gain additional qualifications in Logic and Pro Tools at extra cost.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: BSc (Hons) Sound Design

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Sound Design BSc (Hons) at Staffordshire University

25% Administrative occupations
10% Legal professionals
10% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Finance Professionals
5% Quality and Regulatory Professionals
5% Artistic, literary and media occupations
0% Protective service occupations
0% Information Technology Professionals
0% Elementary occupations

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Cinematics and Photography

Requirements for international students / English requirements

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

    • 4.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Others
    • 5.0
    • Others for specific English Language and undergraduate awards for overseas students
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 7.0
    • Graduate Degrees Journalism
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees
    • 6.5
    • Undergraduate Degrees Journalism and Media Studies
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Sound Design, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Sound Design BSc (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
EU £16750 year 1
International £16750 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 Staffordshire University in top UK and global rankings.

See all 16 university rankings of Staffordshire University

About Staffordshire University

Established in 1970, Staffordshire University offers students the opportunity to become a part of the diverse and lively city of Stoke-on-Trent, West Midlands. This university provides a rich experience in a variety of disciplines, including state-of-the art Specialist Technical Facilities, such as their Motion Capture suites for Biomechanics students, or the Simulation Hospital Wards for those in the Medical programme. International learners can also benefit from language support offered by the university’s designated teams, ensuring both a strong academic and social start.

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Student composition of Staffordshire University

undergraduates:
12255
postgraduates:
1340
Total:
13595
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Where is this programme taught

Staffordshire University (Stoke Campus)
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