Faculty: Faculty of Media and Communication. This MA is the first UK university program to offer an MA in Sound Design. It provides a blend of practical and theoretical learning to develop the creative, technical, and collaborative skills needed to work professionally in the film, TV, games, and VR industries. You'll learn to design, record, edit, and mix sound for various screen-based media, understanding how sound and image affect each other. The course is accredited by the International Moving Image Society (IMIS) and recognized by BAFTA UK for its Scholarship Programme.

Graduates are highly sought after in the film and TV sector and related creative industries. Our alumni have worked on high-profile projects in a range of sound design disciplines for feature films (e.g., James Bond, 1917, Harry Potter), high-end TV drama (e.g., BBC, ITV, Netflix), advertising, and video games (e.g., Little Big Planet, Batman: Arkham City). Potential roles include: Sound Designer, Foley Artist, ADR Recordist, Dialogue Editor, Sound Effects Editor, Music Editor, Location Sound Recordist, Re-recording Mixer, Post-Production Sound Engineer, Game Audio Designer.

Bournemouth University offers state-of-the-art equipment across two modern campuses, including industry-standard sound facilities. The course emphasizes collaborative work on original projects with students from film, TV, and animation disciplines, fostering crucial industry networks. It is an AVID Learning Partner, providing industry relevance and the option to gain the Pro Tools 101 qualification. The Business School is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), reflecting overall institutional quality.