Course summary

As an Audio Engineering & Production student, you'll be at the heart of the creative process, developing your skills in recording, production, and mixing sound for music, film, and other media. This course is designed to fuel your passion for audio technology, focusing on practical skills and developing creativity. Hands-on experience in our fully equipped labs and studios, you'll create productions using industry-standard hardware and software. Flexible access to our studios will allow you to work independently and collaborate with colleagues, developing crucial skills valued by industry professionals. You'll learn from experienced tutors and benefit from smaller class sizes, allowing for personalised attention and guidance. Our real-world projects and industry connections will prepare you for a successful career in audio engineering or further studies. You will build experience in areas such as music production, post-production for film, television, and sound design, with a strong emphasis on high standards of practical work and well-developed communication skills. This balanced approach ensures you are well-prepared for industry roles or postgraduate study. Our student-centred approach to education, informed by successful, industry-driven strategies is designed to support and accelerate your learning. The course emphasises the development of both face-to-face and online collaboration, essential for your professional development, aligning with the recommendations of our industry partners in the Futureworks Industry Advisory Group. You will attend classes in fully equipped labs and studios, supported by extensive workshop and tutorial time. With flexible access to our broad range of studios, you’ll have the opportunity to establish, practice, and refine your work. Learning by using the tools and technologies is integrated into studio, workshop, and lecture sessions, ensuring support for your development as a budding audio professional. The course is shaped by real-world briefs, designed to provide a practical, industry-relevant experience. Its success is rooted in the expertise of our professional tutors, our extensive studio facilities, smaller class sizes, and the dynamic creative community at Futureworks.