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Digital Audio Engineering Extended Masters MSc

University of West London

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of West London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    17-JUN-24

  • Duration

    15 months

Course summary

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.

Course detail

The focus of the course is on the analysis and design of systems and tools within the context of business needs.

A mix of teaching methods are used to give you a balance of theory and the practical application of skills, ranging from lectures, tutorials and workshops to the examination of case studies and practical programming projects.

Field trips, a programme of invited industry professionals and collaborative projects with other postgraduate students within the school and elsewhere will give you further insight into the real-world applications of your work.

On graduating, you should have an informed and critical understanding of the use of technology within industry.

Some of the coursework and project work you may engage with include:

  • audio pattern recognition, such as speech analysis
  • noise-cancellation algorithms
  • audio software plug-ins such as EQ, dynamics, spectral morphing and delay/reverb
  • virtual synthesiser and sample instruments etc.

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 may also decide to further a particular interest via practice as research or a research degree.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 18,750per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

University of West London

  • University League Table

    54th

  • Campus address

    University of West London, St Mary's Road, Ealing, W5 5RF, England

Strong links with industry, enabling students to gain career-specific insights, expertise and skills.
A stunning campus creates an inspiring environment for students, with high-quality training facilities and dedicated postgraduate facilities.
The university has a diverse and welcoming student community, creating a perfect environment to learn, make connections and explore in a global city.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    70th out of 75

    51st out of 83 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 230
    125 55%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    62.0 62%

    60th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.33 87%

    2nd

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    135 63%

    46th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    34th

    17
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.62 72%

    78th

    3

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