BSc (Hons) Sound for Film, Television and Games (Full Time)

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BSc (Hons) Sound for Film, Television and Games (Full Time)

Southampton Solent University
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On this degree you will explore the synergy between the soundtrack and the moving image from both a technical and production perspective.You will study the technology systems and theory which drive the audio process in film, TV and video games. This part of the syllabus includes electronics and the use and programming of computers for audio applications.

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On the production side you will study the use of sound in the process of producing content for broadcast television, film and computer games, including recording location and studio sound, as well as sound effects design. Supporting this are the themes of music for the moving image and an understanding of the video workflow.

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On this degree you will explore the synergy between the soundtrack and the moving image from both a technical and production perspective.You will study the technology systems and theory which drive the audio process in film, TV and video games. This part of the syllabus includes electronics and the use and programming of computers for audio applications.

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On the production side you will study the use of sound in the process of producing content for broadcast television, film and computer games, including recording location and studio sound, as well as sound effects design. Supporting this are the themes of music for the moving image and an understanding of the video workflow.

The future of sound in these media offers increasing employment opportunities. Digital cinema has the potential to carry 16 channels of sound, and television sound now has Dolby-E 5.1 formats to accompany the new high-definition service. Computer games have user-controlled soundtracks which rival those of feature films.

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Industrial focus

The course focuses on the future of this exciting and fast-moving sector of the entertainment industry, responding to its demands for highly skilled technical engineering staff. It draws on the experience of Solent Entertainment Technology graduates already working at the cutting edge of sound engineering technology.

Course content

(Under review for 2013)

Year 1

Six core units:

  • Audio Studio Recording
  • Video Production
  • Music and Technology
  • Media Electronics
  • Digital Audio
  • Light and Sound.

Year 2

Six core units:

  • Sound Design
  • Graduate Development
  • Post-Production Techniques
  • Electronic Applications
  • Media Computing
  • Media Formats.

Year 3

Four core units and two option units:

  • Audio Post-Production
  • Technology Project
  • Sound for Film, Television and Games
  • Film and Video Technology.

Options:

  • Production Project
  • Transmission and Networking Technologies
  • Outside Broadcasting
  • Curriculum Plus.

Why choose Solent?

  • Share ideas and projects with students from all of Solent’s Entertainment Technology courses
  • Use of the University’s Soundcraft Vi6 Desk and industry-standard outside broadcast vehicle
  • Industry-standard Pro Tools|HD and Pyramix Digital Audio Workstations are used for audio production tasks in music, film and broadcast.
  • This course is Creative Skillset accredited

Assessment

Fully in-course assessed through a mixture of written assignments, presentations, production portfolios and short tests.

Projects/work experience

Students work on local and national events such as the Glastonbury and Glade music festivals, the University’s fashion show and sports matches.

Key career skills

IT, project management, communication, problem solving and working to deadlines.
The International Foundation Year must be successfully completed before commencing undergraduate study (NQF Level 6 and above). In compliance with UKBA Tier 4 (General Student) policy, a Confirmation of Acceptance for Study (CAS) will initially be issued for the foundation course.

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