Course summary
Take your passion for sonic creativity to the next level with our Master’s course in Music and Sound Design. The course will encourage you to be forward-thinking and innovative and will prepare you to respond both technically and creatively to diverse professional industry environments, or for further academic study. Taught by world-leading experts from Greenwich’s SOUND/IMAGE Research Centre, you’ll have access to great facilities including our three Sound Studios, Spatial Audio Lab, Loudspeaker Orchestra and an array of microphones and location sound recording equipment. Graduates from the School’s existing courses have gone on to work in a range of different jobs in music and sound including - sound editing; sound design; composition for film, television, games, media and theatre; spatial audio; music production; VR and interactive media; and experimental sound practices. What you should know about this course
- You’ll develop professional skills and the creative confidence to work with music and sound in a range of production and post-production contexts
- Get the chance to work with industry standard tools (Pro Tools, Izotope RX, Reaper, Ambisonic Recording and more) to deliver a rich portfolio of creative works
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of 20th and 21st century developments in audio technology & practices
- See yourself developing skills in spatial and immersive audio, composition and sound design, and music production
- This course at the University of Greenwich is Industry Accredited by JAMES representing APRS, MPG and associate industry bodies
Modules
All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.
Assessment method
The range of assessment strategies will challenge students to develop appropriate skills. The structure and details of each course has been devised to respond to the needs of industry. Students will be assessed through a diverse range of coursework and project assignments, including written work, presentations, creative portfolios and compositions.
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Joint Audio Media Education Support
Entry requirements
An undergraduate (honours) degree at 2:2, or above, in a relevant subject. Applicants with a degree in another discipline may be considered if they can present evidence of substantial work within music and/or sound design. Applicants without a degree that have professional qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered. Suitable applicants will be required to submit a portfolio and attend an interview.
English language requirements
We accept a wide range of English language qualifications. For our English entry requirements, please click on the link below.
https://www.gre.ac.uk/international/help-and-support/courses
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £11325 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £11325 | Year 1 |
| EU | £17975 | Year 1 |
| International | £17975 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
These fees are currently set for 2025/26 entry. For more information, please visit: https://www.gre.ac.uk/finance/fees
Sponsorship information
We understand that the transition into postgraduate study can be confusing when it comes to finances. The University of Greenwich has a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and other financial support measures to support students that require it most. More information can be found on our website at www.greenwich.ac.uk/finance/funding-your-studies
Provider information
University of Greenwich
Old Royal Naval College
Park Row
Greenwich
SE10 9LS