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Queen Mary University of London: Sound and Music Computing

Institution Queen Mary University of London View institution profile
Department Electronic Engineering and Computer Science
Web https://www.qmul.ac.uk/
Email eecs-msc-enquiries@qmul.ac.uk
Telephone +44 (0)20 7882 7333
Study type Taught

Summary

Become an expert in sound and music computing by developing new tools or products, like audio processors or instruments, and contribute to the expanding music and media technology sector. Prepare for your career by merging your interest in music with technology. Align your passion for music with technology through two specialised streams: the AI and Music Data Science stream, focusing on music distribution and data analytics, and the Audio and Music Engineering stream, dedicated to crafting innovative music hardware.

Study this programme if:

  • You aim to align your musical and technical skills with industry demands.

  • You aspire to pursue a career in streaming, music distribution, or designing and developing music hardware.

  • You have a keen interest in exploring how people interact with sound and music.

  • You want to learn from leading experts at the Centre for Digital Music, actively involved in research, running highly successful spin-out companies, and collaborating with industry figures.

  • You desire a comprehensive understanding of both the technical and human facets of sound production.

What you'll study

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the design and software development process for music recording, analysis, and synthesis in diverse environments, such as home, studio, and live performances.

You will study how musical sound is processed by the mind and brain - crucial for developing creative tools and intuitive interfaces, as well as the creative production of new music. You will also be introduced to state-of-the-art methods for the analysis of music data.

You will choose a stream to specialise in, to further develop your professional profile.

As well as lectures and seminars, you’ll engage in hands-on computing and laboratory work to gain practical insights and skills.

MSc

Queen Mary University of London is a place where every difference is celebrated –where your unique perspective is not just welcomed, but essential. Join a community where your individuality fuels progress, and your distinct experiences shape a richer, more dynamic learning environment.

Ranked 110th in the world (QS 2026) and 24th in the world for research (Times Higher Education 2026), join students from over 170 nationalities, and study at the only campus-based Russell Group University in London.

Queen Mary is dedicated to supporting international students from all over the world and offer financial support and …

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