Sound - Composition and Production

The Faculty of Creative Arts has developed a comprehensive theory and practice-based major study in Sound - Composition and Production. The course explores the major facets of Music Composition, Digital Sound Studies and Sound Production.

Course Description

This course explores the creation and manipulation of sound, in particular through the use of digital technologies. It will be suitable for students from a traditional music background as well as those who have developed an interest in sound design and music composition through computer-based technologies. The design of sound for multi-media and web-based applications will form a significant component of the major.

Students' creativity will be extended through studies in:

• Theory of sound
• Composition (electronic media/improvisational and traditional)
• Computer music applications
• Critical listening skills

Seminars addressing all aspects of sound studies will give students the opportunity to interact with their peers and with visiting professional sound artists.

For outstanding students a fourth year is available at Honours level.

The following is a brief example of how the course will be structured.

Single degree BCA students must also include 36 credit points of electives in their degree of which no more than 18 credit points should be at 100 level.