About the course

From classic cassette tapes, to the vinyl revival and global streaming services, recorded sound has become the primary way we experience music.

　　At York, Music and Sound Recording (BA) acknowledges that music and production are no longer separate art forms. Our course offers you the freedom to develop a tailored set of intellectual, technical and musical skills.

　　You’ll gain practical experience in audio engineering and recording techniques essential to a career in music technology. Your core modules will show you how to record, mix and master a wide variety of music genres, from pop to rock to classical and beyond. Our flexible, modular approach lets you shape your learning to your passions and career aspirations. You’ll have the chance to take options available to all undergraduate students in Music, in addition to modules specifically designed for this course.

　　Our five recording studios give you access to 60 years of audio technology: vintage tape machines, analogue synthesizers, high-end outboard and mixing consoles, and a range of digital audio workstations.

　　We have a dedicated careers service and a growing internship and placements programme, so you can gain industry experience before you graduate. Our graduates have gone on to work in recording studios, radio, mix for Dolby Atmos, hardware and software development, and become successful arts practitioners. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	York
Semester 1 (September), 2025	York

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of York

All Official Transcripts. A levels - AAB/ABB (including A level in Music Technology or Music at grade A). In place of A level Music Technology or Music at Grade A, we will accept ABRSM Grade 5 Theory and Grade 7 Performance, or equivalent. Access to Higher Education Diploma - 36 credits from units awarded Distinction and 9 awarded Merit or higher. BTEC - BTEC National Extended Diploma with DDD/DDM. Cambridge Pre-U - D3, D3, M2 / D3, M2, M2. International Baccalaureate - Diploma with 35-34 points including Higher Level 6 in Music. Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers - AB at Advanced Highers including A in Music, plus AAAAB/AAABB in Highers. IELTS: 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. TOEFL IBT: 87 overall, with a minimum of 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 87.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of York. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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