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Bachelor of Sound Design
- Preston, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
One-year full-time Master of Science by Research programme in Sound Design offered by the Edinburgh College of Art.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically analyse advanced concepts and current developments in Sound Design. Select and apply relevant analytical
- Research or professional methods. Present evidence-based findings and manage complex specialist projects.
Career outcomes
- Game sound
- Audio programming
- Audio production
Curriculum
- One-year full-time research programme. Via selections from an interdisciplinary menu of taught course options. Delivered by the Edinburgh College of Art (Lauriston campus). Full module lists are held in the University's course catalogue.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Recognised upper-secondary qualification for your country of study (for example A levels or IB
- Course pages show country-specific grades such as India 60% from all boards
- Nepal 62%)
- Some courses add subject requirements
- An audition
- Portfolio or interview. English: IELTS 6.0 with no component below 5.5 or equivalent.
Accepted academic background
Recognised upper-secondary qualification by country of study (e.g. A Levels or IB, India 12th-grade boards 60%, Nepal 62%, China senior high school graduation 70%), Some courses add subject requirements, Audition or interview
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 4.5
- PTE Academic 61
- Duolingo 105
- Cambridge 170
- Institutional test 65%
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Academic Qualification Certificates
How to apply
- Check the course entry requirements for your country
- The English requirement and the deadline (January 2027 starts: application by 2026-11-30). Apply through UCAS (institution code C30) or the university online application system. Provide academic transcripts
- English test evidence and a personal statement. Interview or audition only where the course page requires it. Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit (2026-12-07 for January 2027). Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa with proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £18,750 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Preston Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Arts and Media |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria; availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £18,750 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £10,683 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 4.5, PTE Academic 61, Duolingo 105, Cambridge 170, Institutional test 65%.

