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Diploma of Sound Production

Edinburgh College

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
2 years
English
On campus
Diploma

About the program

Two-year HND in sound production at Milton Road Campus.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop academic knowledge of Sound Production
Strengthen research and critical-thinking skills
And apply relevant subject concepts to course assessments and practical examples.

Career outcomes

Studio engineer
Producer/remixer
Sound designer for visual media and games
Live sound engineer
Educator
Audio visual technician
Studio designer

Curriculum

Two-year HND covering studio recording and production
Mixing
Audio editing and post-production
Digital audio workstations (Pro Tools
Logic
Ableton)
Mastering in year two
Sound design and Foley
Audio and music production for visuals
And sound for live events.

Entry requirements

Academic

Two Highers (or equivalent) and core skills at SCQF Level 5
Direct year-two entry possible with an HNC in Sound Production.

Accepted academic background

12 years of school education with satisfactory results in relevant subjects, Non-UK qualification equivalent to at least SCQF level 6, Online interview, Portfolio/audition for creative courses.

Language tests

IELTS 5.5 (min 5.5 each skill)
PTE Academic 59 (UKVI

Other requirements

Interview required

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
English Language Evidence (if applicable).

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements and the English test requirement on the course page and the international pages. Complete the online International Student Application Form. Upload qualifications
Passport
Current UK visa if any
SELT certificate and personal statement. Attend the Admissions and Visa Interview on Zoom if invited. Receive the Conditional Offer
Return the Course Acceptance Form and pay the deposit
Typically 100% of the course fee. HND students needing a two-year visa may pay both years upfront
Receive the CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds. Receive pre-arrival information (accommodation
Airport pick-up
Induction).

Other costs

Tuition per year	£8,736 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£10,539 GBP

Program details

Campus	Milton Road Campus
Faculty or school	Creative Industries
Department	Department of Sound Production
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Jun 2027
214 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 2 years.