Acoustics and Music Technology - MSc

The MSc/Dip in Acoustics and Music Technology is the result of a historic and fruitful partnership between Edinburgh's Schools of Music and Physics & Astronomy. Taking the science of musical sound as your focus, you’ll work in a cross-disciplinary environment, using theoretical and experimental work to explore the musical, technical and multimedia applications of acoustics and audio technology. The involvement of two well-equipped Schools means that you’ll have access to a comprehensive suite of facilities – from up-to-date recording studios and sound desks, to an anechoic chamber, reverberation room and historic concert halls. It’s not all science, however: you will also examine the role of acoustics and technology in the creative arts, and you’ll be encouraged to place your work in a cultural context.

This is a unique degree programme, combining both technical and creative subjects. You will gain a solid platform in the essential technical aspects of acoustics, signal processing and computer programming for audio, while at the same time have the opportunity to undertake more artistically creative study in the fields of music and sound design. It is also possible to tailor your course choices to take in subjects related to speech recognition and synthesis technologies, for a more technical overall slant. Whatever path you choose to take, you will have a unique opportunity to engage with and learn from world-class academics in the fields of acoustics, music and audio technology, in an environment of active, international-quality research.

Potential new programme survey

We would like to hear your views on a potential new Masters in Music and Music Pedagogy. Our survey will only take about 5 minutes to complete, and your answers will help inform the development of this exciting new programme.