COMMERCIAL SOUND PRODUCTION (3RD YEAR ENTRY) at University of West of Scotland

OVERVIEW

Music is one of the UK’s largest creative industries - and the UWS BA Commercial Sound Production course opens doors for those with talent, drive and ability to forge varied, lifelong careers in music promotion, tour management, sound engineering and production.

This professionally-accredited course teaches audio engineering and production in the fields of music, film, TV, radio and gaming. 

Developed in response to industry requirements, the focus of the course is on a rapidly developing modern music business and its opportunities.

Lecturers are practising music industry professionals and guest speakers have included Shirley Manson and Ricky Ross. Designed for songwriters, producers and DJs, you will develop a variety of specialisms, giving our graduates a diverse range of skills to build a successful career in music.

Some classes may be delivered off campus, at our creative hub in Glasgow's Centre for Contemporary Arts and Paisley Campus.

COURSE DETAILS

You will develop technical production skills in the subjects of music, sound design and audio production. And you will specialise in areas such as surround sound and audio for a wide range of media applications. 

Extensive staff expertise will help you make the most of your experience at UWS. The course is open to all those with an interest in music, particularly songwriters, producers, DJs, re-mixers etc. The course will encourage you to develop a variety of specialisms. 

Guest speakers have included Donald Macleod, senior sound dubbing mixer STV Glasgow, and Kahl Henderson of Savalas, Scotland's largest audio post-production facility.

Jobs

Fixed-term, freelance contracts are the norm in this field and you will often find yourself working on a number of contracts simultaneously. Graduates will be required to build extensive contact networks and to work on a flexible basis. 

Contract options include radio/television/film; computer games; broadcast media; arts administration; community arts; music performance; music publishing; and events organisation. 

Employers include public sector bodies such as community arts/culture organisations, schools and colleges and independent film-makers and radio stations.

Further Study

Some graduates choose further study, leading to an MSc, PhD or teaching qualification. See list of courses available.