BSc Music Technology
University of the West of Scotland
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Music Technology, a music degree focused on audio production, sound design, and studio recording techniques for the creative media industries. Teaching takes place across dedicated Apple Mac laboratories and recording studios equipped with surround post-production suites. Students gain practical experience with software such as Pro Tools, Ableton Live, and Logic Pro X.
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Entry requirements
Year 1 -- Scottish Highers: Standard Entry Requirements: BCCC (90 UCAS Tariff points) including Music/Music Technology and English, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths or Physics at Grade C or above; Minimum Entry Requirements: CCC (63 UCAS Tariff points), including Music/Music Technology and English, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths or Physics at Grade C or above; Alternative Minimum Entry Requirements: CC (42 UCAS Tariff points), including Music/Music Technology and English, plus National 5 Maths/Applications of Maths or Physics at Grade C or above, PLUS successful completion of one of the following: UWS Foundation Academy Foundation Apprenticeship UWS Next Steps to University module Top-Up LEAPS; A Levels: CCD (88 UCAS Tariff Points) including Music/Music Technology and English, plus GCSE Maths or Physics; T Level: Full T Level with Grade P (A*-C) (96 Tariff points) in relevant subject, plus GCSE Maths or Physics at C/5; Irish Leaving Certificate: H3H3H3H4 including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Ordinary Level; International Baccalaureate: 24 points including Music and English, plus Maths or Physics at Standard Level; Scottish Wider Access Programme: Access to STEM with Grades BBB | Year 2 -- Scottish Advanced Highers: CCD (112 UCAS Tarrif points) including Music/Music Technology and English plus Higher Maths or Physics; A Levels: BBC (112 UCAS Tariff points) including Music/Music Technology and English PLUS Maths or Physics; T Level: Full T Level with Grade M (120 Tariff points) in relevant subject; International Baccalaureate: 28 points including Music and English PLUS Maths or Physics; SQA HNC/BTEC Level 4 HNC: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology; BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM | Year 3 -- SQA HND/BTEC Level 5 HND: Sound Production; Music Technology; Music & Audio Technology
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started
- Continued on course: 70%
- Left higher education: 20%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 83%
- Working and studying: 12%
Most common jobs
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 27%
- Elementary occupations: 13%
- Sales occupations: 12%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 11%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 60%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- Scotland: 96%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started
- A levels: 65%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 35%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by Joint Audio Media Education Services (JAMES) on behalf of Audio Technology, Music, Recording, Music Production, Games, Media and Audio Post Production Industries.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £18,500 after 3 years, £23,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,000 and £28,500. The £23,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Music.
What do graduates of BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland?
86% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland?
The typical offer is CCD at A level, or 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 165 UCAS points.
Is BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland accredited?
Yes. Accredited by Joint Audio Media Education Services (JAMES) on behalf of Audio Technology, Music, Recording, Music Production, Games, Media and Audio Post Production Industries.
Does BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Music Technology at University of the West of Scotland?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.