Music Technology
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Why study Music Technology?
The music and audio-related industries are constantly evolving, and they require more than just musicians to operate. Producers, engineers and technicians with a solid foundation in the technical and creative aspects of music and sound engineering, as well as practical skill and experience, are all vital in the ability to capture, create and distribute high-quality audio around the globe.
If you’re passionate about music and technology, and looking for a creative yet practical course, you could consider one of our degrees. They are designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the technical and creative aspects of music and sound engineering, as well as the knowledge and skills needed to work in the audio industry. Having a broad range of skills will maximise your potential in securing your dream job.
You’ll be taught by accessible and knowledgeable tutors who understand the industry and will support you in gaining the skills that are in demand. Many of our courses are also accredited by industry bodies, giving an indicator of quality to you and employers.
What can you do with a degree in Music Technology?
With a degree in Music Technology from the University of Huddersfield, you will be able to explore careers in audio engineering, sound design and music production. Opportunities exist in recording studios, live sound for concerts and events, and multimedia production for film, television and video games. Additionally, the technical and creative skills you acquire will be beneficial in roles such as acoustic consultancy, audio software development and teaching. You may also find opportunities in broadcast engineering, podcast production and sound for virtual reality experiences, where your expertise in sound manipulation and technology is crucial.
Music Technology at the University of Huddersfield
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Dr Andrew Bourbon
Subject Area Leader in Performing Arts
Andrew Bourbon is Subject Area Leader in Performing Arts and a member of CRMT and the Centre for Audio and Psychoacoustic Engineering. His research spans immersive audio, distortion, mixing practice and music production pedagogy.
Dr Mark Mynett
Senior Lecturer
Mark Mynett is Senior Lecturer in Music Technology and Production, a member of CRMT and CAPE, and author of Metal Music Manual. His research and practice focus on metal music production, mixing aesthetics, and sonic heaviness.
Dr Austin Moore
Senior Lecturer
Austin is Director of CRMT, Senior Lecturer, and Course Leader in music production. He edits JMPR, co-edited Distortion in Music Production, and researches sonic signatures, compression, distortion, spatial audio, and music production semantics.
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What I Learned During My Dolby Placement Year
Hi, I’m Nirmal CD, an international student doing my final year in Sound Engineering and Music Production at the University of Huddersfield.
A Day in My Life as an Athlete at University
Hi everyone! I am Aral Jack Yildirim, but everyone always calls me AJ. I study Sound Engineering and Music Production at Huddersfield, and I’m also an endurance athlete, specifically a distance runner.
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Centre for Audio and Psychoacoustic Engineering
We're a diverse team at the University of Huddersfield, UK, specializing in psychoacoustics research, digital audio signal processing, and music production.
CeReNeM: Centre for Research in New Music
We are a community of world-leading artists and scholars bringing innovative and interdisciplinary perspectives to research in composition, performance, sonic arts and multimedia, music technology, improvisation, analysis and new music studies.
Centre for the Research in Music and its Technolog
Our centre brings together researchers investigating musics and musical cultures using a variety of historical, critical analytical and technological methodologies.
Placement year - Meet Lucy
“I undertook a placement as part of my degree. I spent a year in the Product Test department at Calrec Audio in Hebden Bridge. They make mixing desks for broadcast (most live TV goes through a Calrec), and my job was to test new products before their release. My placement has become a highlight of my CV, and I never would have had the opportunity to work here for a year without the Placement Unit's contacts and support.”
“After graduation I worked as a freelance work as a sound engineer for live music venues. In May this year I joined the BBC as a Studio Director for Radio 5 Live and the World Service.”
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