W11F Music Technology with Foundation Year BA (Hons)

Skills and experience gained This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to make a range of contributions in the fields of music technology. The course aims: - To develop both your understanding of theoretical principles and practical mastery in a range of music technology fields. These fields include the scientific study of sound; sound recording, synthesis, manipulation and mixing techniques; important computer programming concepts; and various repertoires of music and sonic art. - To provide you with deep knowledge and skills in vocationally relevant subjects such as sound recording and mixing; radio broadcasting; music composition with technology; sound and music production for a range of media; music software programming; and music business skills. - To prepare you for emerging industries, which draw upon constituent elements of broad areas of music technology such as the design of sound for virtual and online environments, and music for interactive media such as computer gaming. - To develop personal skills so that you have confidence, the ability to express your creativity both individually and as part of a team. After the course Graduates in BA (Hons) Music Technology may find employment in a wide range of fields. These include in particular sound recording, production and mastering; audio-related areas such as forensic audio, noise analysis/measurement, audio restoration, audio archiving, and acoustic consultancy; the design & development, testing, documentation, and consultancy of music software; music technology journalism; music management; education and other areas of the music industry. Also,...