Screen Audio Foundation Degree (validated by Leeds City College) This practical foundation degree brings sound composition, recording and editing together with theoretical context to help you shape a future in screen audio. You will develop a well-rounded understanding of sound for the film and games industries, creating tracks that really spark success. Course Code: I700
About the course
Full time: 2 years
Explore audio’s diverse disciplines, including composition skills,
Location: Quarry Hill Campus
sound recording and sound design, while gaining a theoretical understanding of audio and industry best practices. You will compose non-linear music and synchronise sound to the moving image through the use of Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) and Digital Audio Editors (DAEs). You will also learn
WHAT’S NEXT?
how to edit midi files, tweak sound patterns and layer sounds to
Progression may include a top-up
convey emotion and strike a chord with the audience, whether
degree or relevant employment.
that is on apps, moving images or computer games.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES MAY INCLUDE:
There’s a particular focus on personal development, so you will identify
• Music Composer
to explore further in line with your career aspirations.
• Freelance Composer
Modules may include:
• Sound Recordist
Year 1
Year 2
• Commercial Practice
• Music Skills 2
• Music Skills
• Major Audio Project
• The Creative Professional
• Alternate Technologies
• Screen Audio in Context
• Voice
• Sound Design
• Working in the Audio Industry
• Audio Editor • Music Editor • Sound Designer • Recording Studio Manager
areas of improvement and an area of interest you would like
• Sound Recording
Apply via UCAS using institution code L21.
To see a module overview, head to our website: ucleeds.ac.uk
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