MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering
Course overview
University of Salford MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering explores the physics of sound and how people perceive and react to noise and vibration. Students learn how to design, analyse, and control sound in everything from buildings, vehicles, and public spaces, to loudspeakers, studios, and everyday devices. The course combines theory and practical work, using world-class acoustic laboratories and studios to give hands-on experience.
Students learn topics such as analogue electronics, digital signal processing, mathematics, audio systems, and microphone and loudspeaker design throughout the four- or five-year programme (if you include a placement). Later years allow students to specialise in areas such as room acoustics, noise & vibration control, psychoacoustics, immersive audio or environmental noise modelling, and students can complete an industry placement year. Students are assessed through exams, assignments, practical laboratory tests, and project work.
Entry requirements
Candidates of the MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering from the University of Salford are required to submit a personal statement explaining why they want to study the course and any other relevant information about their studies. An academic reference or an employer reference is also required, and applicants may upload a CV to show previous work experience if desired.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need 128 UCAS tariff points. A-Levels should include at least Mathematics and ideally Physics or a numerate science (with grade C or better in Maths/Physics).
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Students with equivalent qualifications such as BTEC, International Baccalaureate, Scottish Highers, Irish Leaving Certificate are also accepted, provided Maths and Physics or numerate science are included.
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The university has an alternative entry route via the University’s Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES) for applicants who may not meet the standard criteria but can show potential through prior learning or other evidence.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS score of 6.0 overall with no section less than 5.5.
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Other equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) qualifications are also accepted.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500Loyalty Discount
Tuition fees could be discounted by 20%
Up to 20% of fees
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering in the University of Salford may go into roles such as:
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Broadcast engineer
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Noise consultant
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Acoustics specialist/consultant for building or environmental acoustics
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Audio software engineer (e.g. for media, gaming, broadcast)
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Environmental noise and vibration control engineer or acoustic measurement specialist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for full-time international students in the MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering at the University of Salford is £18,120 per year.
Admission
Applications for the MEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering at the University of Salford are submitted directly to the university through their online application form or through UCAS. Please speak to our experienced counsellors for assistance.
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