Overview

The emphasis of the Acoustics and Music Technology programme at The University of Edinburgh is on science and technology in the context of musical and multimedia applications.

The programme aims to:

provide a broadly based, scientifically-oriented foundation in the area of acoustics, audio, and music technology

develop your skills in research, computation, design and analytical problem-solving

give you a strong understanding of music/audio technology

create a multidisciplinary learning environment that will prepare you for a future career

Career opportunities

A knowledge of the science behind music and audio technology will prove a great asset for your career in acoustics or audio engineering.

The highly transferable skills you’ll gain in communication and project management will take you further along whichever career path you choose.

The programme will also provide you with the perfect foundation for further study if you’d prefer to continue on an academic path.

Graduates of the MSc in Acoustics and Music Technology have gone on to work at more than 50 companies worldwide, including:

Apple

Microsoft

Meta

Yamaha

Korg

Native Instruments

Arup

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Acoustics

Postgraduate Musical Applications of Fourier Theory and DSP

Physics-based Modelling of Musical Instruments

Acoustics and Music Technology: Final Project

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-29 00:00:00

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It is strongly recommended you apply as early as possible. Applications may close earlier than the published deadlines if there is exceptionally high demand.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent in a numerate discipline such as Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science or Engineering.

Applicants with a Music or Music Technology degree may be considered, provided there is a significant component of mathematics and/or physics.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

33200 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

14810 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time tuition fees:

Scotland and Rest of UK students - £7,405.00

International / EU students - £16,600.00

Living costs

Edinburgh

United Kingdom

725 - 1167 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

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Credits

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Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Edinburgh

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