Applied Acoustics

Entry requirements

You should have an honours degree (2:1 or above) from a UK university or equivalent. You must demonstrate a clear interest in acoustics.

We may also offer you a place based on relevant experience or training, normally from within the work environment. All applications are considered individually.

Find out more about our processes for recognising previous experience.

Months of entry

September

Course content

Our MSc in Applied Acoustics taps into multiple disciplines and major global issues, such as developing electric vehicles, managing noise pollution in urban areas, and advancing smart cities through active noise cancellation, soundscape design, and artificial intelligence (AI).

On the MSc Applied Acoustics course, you will study the varied aspects of acoustics from room acoustics and noise control to architectural acoustics and acoustic modelling. With the combination of theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience you will be able to tackle real-world problems within the acoustics field.

Acoustics has a great impact on our daily lives and quality of life. This is reflected in many aspects of modern living, such as music, living spaces, schools, hospitals, airports, and many more.

There is an ever-growing demand for people with the skills and knowledge to analyse acoustics problems and design and implement viable modern solutions in a wide variety of areas such as construction, built environment, consultancy and automotive. 

Information for international students

You need to meet our English language requirement - a minimum of IELTS 6.5, with 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). Visit our English language requirements page for information on other English language tests we accept.

You also need Level 6 qualifications at the same level as UK applicants, and to be able to demonstrate a clear interest in acoustics. In some countries where teaching is in English, we may accept local qualifications. Check for local equivalents.

We offer pre-sessional English language courses if you do not meet these requirements.

Find out more about our English Language courses.

We offer scholarships for international students including International Ambassador Scholarships.

Further information about funding and financial support for international students is available from the UK Council for International Student Affairs.

Fees and funding

If you are studying a Masters course you may be eligible to apply for a Postgraduate Loan, this may help contribute towards your course fees and living costs.

Additional funding is available to some types of students, such as disabled students or those with dependants.

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries, including awards for specific subjects.

Awards for computing and engineering students are also on offer.