Overview

On the Live Sound, Lighting and Performance Technology (Hons) programme from University of Hertfordshire you will cover the fundamentals of sound principles such as acoustics and capture, sound reinforcement, music studio design, signal-theory, processing, sound synthesis, audio electronics, networked audio, multichannel audio and storage.

Key facts

Once the basics are established, you will focus on venue-based audio systems - from concert halls to festivals and everything in-between.

In addition to handling and designing audio systems, you will also learn about video, lighting, augmentation, and virtual reality through the lens of broadcast and live events.

On this course you will collaborate extensively within the School of Creative Arts, connecting with peers in the fields of Music Production, Audio Engineering and Songwriting. These shared experiences are reflective of how you will work in industry.

Your future career

This course will enhance your employability, equipping you with the expertise and skills for a range of multi-sector positions and disciplines. Career opportunities are varied and can include the following:

Front of House Engineer

Monitor Engineer

Systems Engineer

Touring Engineer

Sound Designer

Lighting Designer

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technologies: The Art and Science of Modern Music Making

Music Business: Strategies and Skills for a Successful Music Career

Audio: Twenty to Twenty Thousand Hertz

Technologies: Advanced Techniques for Pro-Level Production

Your Personal Playlist: Studies and Investigations

Technologies: Innovative Techniques for Creatives

Music Industry: Employability, Innovation, Enterprise

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Hatfield, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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105

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TOEFL^® IBT

72

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical offer (UCAS points): 112—120

Typical A Level offer: BBC—BBB

Typical IB offer: 112—120 points from a minimum of 2 HL subjects at H4 or above (with the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core)

Typical BTEC offer: DMM—DDM

Accepted T Levels: Design Survey and Planning for Construction; Design Production, Design and Development; Education and Childcare; Healthcare Science; Health; Science; Digital Support Services; Digital Business Services; Onsite Construction; Building Services Engineering for Construction; Accounting; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; Finance; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Management and Administration; Agriculture, Land Management and Production; Legal Services

Access courses: Diploma with 45 level 3 credits at merit

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17450 GBP / year

≈ 17450 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Additional Details

EU students: £15,965 per year

Part time

UK students: £1,190 per 15 credits

International and EU students: £1,995 per 15 credits

Living costs

Hatfield

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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