The BSc in Audio Engineering is a new multidisciplinary programme taught jointly by the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and Computer Science and the Sonic Arts Research Centre (SARC) - a leading centre dedicated to research and creative practice in audio and the sonic arts. The programme is designed for students interested in pursuing a career in engineering within the audio and digital media industries. Students gain technical skills and knowledge relevant to the broader field of electrical and electronic engineering in addition to extensive practical experience of sound engineering for musical and audio applications. The programme is delivered by an expert team of staff based in Music, Sonic Arts and Electrical Engineering with additional tuition provided by leading music industry professionals.

The Level 3 Work Placement module is an excellent opportunity for students to gain real-world industry experience. Some of the organisations our students have completed placements with include: DTS, Pi Communications, RTE, Production House, Start Together Studios, Redbox Recording, Smalltown America Studios, Blast Furnace Studios, Sonic Visuals. The programme prepares students for a wide range of possible career paths including studio and venue audio engineering, broadcasting, audiology, acoustic consultancy, artist management, concert-venue management, audio system support, education and other areas of the music and audio industries. Companies currently employing our graduates include Google, BBC, UTV, Apple, BT, Rapid 7, Sensum, Mogees Ltd, Storyful, Cased Dimensions, Universitat Pompeu Fabra, Steven’s Institute of Technology, Trinity College Dublin, Queen’s University Belfast and Ulster University.