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Music Technology at University of Sussex - UCAS

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Course summary

About the course Listening, recording, experimenting, debating – this is where music meets technology. At Sussex, Music Technology focuses on creativity, innovation and research. The degree is geared towards your needs as a contemporary musician. There’s an emphasis on enabling you to thrive in different and industry contexts. On your course, you’ll:

  • have 24/7 access to industry-standard facilities, including studios, practice rooms, as well as the 350-seat auditorium and gigs stage with LX and live PA at the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts
  • take electives from other subjects – from film to sustainability and arts production practices – to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests
  • have the opportunity to apply to study abroad or go on a placement to broaden your horizons.
You’ll be taught by musicians and music technology developers. Our faculty combine studio recording, music production and electronic music with other creative work such as building instruments, designing audio-visual performance systems or creating sound for interactive games. There will be opportunities for you to attend masterclasses and concerts. You’ll also benefit from our connections with local music organisations. These include Glyndebourne, the world-class opera venue in the Sussex Downs near Lewes, and The Rose Hill, an independent music venue and creative hub run by artists and musicians in Brighton. Outside the classroom, many of our students join bands and musical societies. This adds to a portfolio of creative work to show potential employers. When you graduate, you’ll be prepared for jobs in:
  • the music industry
  • music and sound design for film and theatre
  • the multimedia and gaming industries.
About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution. Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

Modules

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How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
W351
Institution code:
S90
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Including at least 5.5 in each component. We accept IELTS One Skills Retake. We do not accept IELTS Online.
PTE Academic59Including at least 59 in all four skills. We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.
TOEFL (iBT)80TOEFL (iBT), including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing. We do not accept TOEFL (iBT) Home Edition.

Student Outcomes

Operated by the Office for Students
70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9535 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9535 Year 1
Scotland £9535 Year 1
Wales £9535 Year 1
Channel Islands £9535 Year 1
Republic of Ireland £9535 Year 1
EU £26250 Year 1
International £26250 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

Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
Music Technology at University of Sussex - UCAS