Sound Design (with Foundation Year)

Course overview

Want to learn more about sound design? Discover how to make the sound that you hear on TV, films, radio and music. Learn from industry professionals on our Sound Design foundation year.

Foundation year courses are designed for students who have the ability to study for a degree, but don’t have the qualifications yet. You'll learn more about different art specialisms and gain important study skills.

Once you progress on to your Sound Design degree, you'll learn through a series of projects that include individual work, collaborative efforts and live briefs. This will allow you to explore every aspect of sound design in a creative way, while developing your own personal practice.

Why study with us

• Your foundation year will equip you with the academic skills you need for success.

• Learn about different art specialisms before you progress onto your Sound Design degree.

• You'll work on projects and attend lectures and demonstrations. These are designed to develop the skills you need to become a successful sound designer.

What you'll do

• Our foundation year will provide you with the essential skills and knowledge for your degree.

• You can develop your skills to suit your interests and learn more about art specialisms.

• Once you progress onto your degree, you'll learn new and emerging techniques that span a range of sound design outputs.

Future Careers

There are many opportunities for Sound Design graduates. This course covers various industry sectors, preparing you for roles in:

• Music production

• Film and TV

• Animation

• Podcasts and radio

• Audio installations

• Games

• Theatre

• VR/AR/MR