MSc Music Technology

This MSc in Music Technology is a blend of practical, theoretical and creative experiences in areas such as recording and production, digital music systems and software, sound design and composition for film or video gaming. Students plan and complete a personal project, receiving expert support to develop their professional practice, which equips them with the technical and creative tools needed for a career in the creative and media industries.

Students are taught through lectures, seminars and workshops, and spend around 30 hours per week on independent study, and one day a week on campus for those studying full‑time and are assessed through written portfolios and practical projects, with formative and summative feedback throughout.

Facilities include professional music and sound recording studios, and the Centre for Creative and Immersive Extended Reality (CCIXR) are used in training students of this course.

The University of Portsmouth is a respected public university in England with strong performance in teaching and research. The institution holds a Gold rating in the 2023 Teaching Excellence Framework and achieves high rankings for research power among post-1992 institutions. It offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Business and the Arts, and, of course, courses in Music Technology.

Applicants for the MSc Music Technology at the University of Portsmouth must submit a personal statement explaining their reasons for applying and relevant academic or professional experience. A reference from an academic or employer is also required, and applicants may upload their CVs to highlight their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

• Applicants need at least a second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a relevant subject.
• Applicants with different academic backgrounds may be considered if they have relevant professional experience.

English Proficiency:

• Candidates without an English-speaking background need an IELTS score of 6.5 and a minimum of 5.5 in each section.
• An equivalent Secure English Language Test (SELT) is also accepted.

International students of the MSc Music Technology from the University of Portsmouth  £17,900 full-time, or £8,950 per year part-time.

The university offers a range of scholarships, bursaries and funding options for new and returning students. One of such is the Vice Chancellor’s Global Development Scholarship, which provides a £2,500 tuition fee reduction in the first year for eligible students who meet certain academic or course-specific criteria.

Graduates of the MSc Music Technology in the University of Portsmouth can pursue roles such as:

• Interactive technologies specialist
• Virtual reality audio developer
• Game audio professional
• Electroacoustic composer
• Software application developer

University of Portsmouth MSc Music Technology candidates should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.