MA in Sonic Arts
Programme
The MA in Sonic Arts is a one year full-time taught programme that covers multiple aspects of sound, creativity and technology. The course takes advantage of the international cross-disciplinary team and the unique studio and performance facilities at the Sonic Arts Research Centre.
The first semester provides students with a detailed insight into sound and technologies used in both industrial and experimental contexts. This semester covers topics such as the structure and function of the ear, basic principles of auditory perception, surround sound recording, editing, mixing, sound synthesis and design techniques.
The second semester allows students to focus on current developments in Sonic Arts by enabling them to choose one of the following routes: Composition & Sound Design, Computer Gaming, Media and Theory, Music Interfaces and Interaction, and Digital Signal Processing. The programme culminates in a supervised summer research project in the chosen subject route. The research project is also an opportunity to develop skills in cross-disciplinary work by contributing to larger scale commissions and funded projects at SARC. The MA in Sonic Arts has been running at Queen’s since 1992 and has proved extremely successful in preparing graduates for careers in industry, academic research and creative practice.
Click here for more detailed information on the pathway and on the application process for the degree.
Funding: MA Awards
