Sound and Music Production (Hons) University of Lincoln

Overview

The Sound and Music Production (Hons) course at University of Lincoln is centred on hands-on, practical work in music and sound. You can create, experiment, and refine your own projects in our dedicated specialist facilities, working with professional-standard tools and industry workflows from day one. Throughout your studies, you'll gain experience in recording, producing, sound design, and crafting audio for screen-based media.

Collaboration is at the heart of the programme. You can work directly with musicians, filmmakers, animators, game designers, and visual artists, developing the real-world teamwork skills the industry demands. Creative projects are designed to challenge and expand your practice, underpinned by critical study and research. This integration of making and thinking will support you in becoming a confident, adaptable audio practitioner, prepared for a fast-moving creative industry.

Industry Links

We have strong relationships with industry including a partnership with the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London. You can participate in workshops with industry professionals at Abbey Road Studios which may form an integral part of your learning and development. Our industry partnerships have led to students securing audio positions with the BBC, Channel 4, Sky, The Church Studios, Pinewood Studios, Fonic, and Sweet Justice Sound, as well as freelance roles.

Projects

Students on the programme can undertake a wide range of creative and industry-focused projects. These may include music production, sound design for film, television, animation, and video games, multichannel studio recording, experimental sound practice, and location or field recording. There are also opportunities to contribute to collaborative productions with filmmakers, musicians, animators, and other creative practitioners.

In the final year, students develop substantial, client-style audio projects and produce a professional portfolio tailored to their individual career ambitions, supporting their transition into the creative industries.

Placements

Students have the opportunity to undertake a dedicated industry placement module in their second year, gaining valuable experience within the music and wider creative industries. Previous placements have included roles in radio studios, live music companies, recording studios, and other areas of the music and audio sector, providing insight into professional practice and workplace expectations.