BSc (Hons) Audio and Music Production

This module aims to develop the student as an effective, self-motivated life-long learner. The study, personal and generic skills you will have acquired in other modules are applied and developed. This module provides a reflective learning experience and is a good foundation for study at higher levels and subsequent careers.

This module aims to introduce students to professional technical and craft practices as used in general media production including: equipment competence, managing and organising tasks, people and resources; working to specifications; and applying safe and reliable systems of work.

On completing the module you should be able to operate industry-standard hardware to professional standards and have media understanding in audio, still images and video formats.

This module provides a solid understanding of the concepts upon which audio production is achieved, including the recording process, interface equipment, digital modelling, amplifiers, re-amping techniques, electronic instrumentation, classic combination rigs, studio session procedures, studio personnel, technical specifications, valve technology, amp and instrument set up, electromagnetic and piezo transducers, speaker combinations, basic electricity calculations, bespoke connectivity, cabling and connectors, soldering techniques and meters.

This module introduced students to the practical issues arising from recording audio and live sound reinforcement. The module encompasses an introduction to the theoretical knowledge and practical skills of audio and music production and to the equipment used in audio production. The module will cover both 'live-broadcast' and 'recorded' production and you will be required to work both individually and in small groups using equipment to become familiar with its characteristics in a way that also demonstrates safe systems of work. 

To introduce the principles of sound systems and sound waves, which can be applied to a wide range of acoustics and audio subjects.

This module lays the foundations to develop your ability to produce work at the technical standard required for acceptance by national radio including clip creation, editing of live-captured content, electronically-generated content, levels, post-production editing, mastering and encoding for delivery. You will also learn more widely about the history and context of podcasts as well as the importance of good ideas, targeting the right audience, scripts, studio management, interview techniques, documentary and dramatic structure, branding and marketing. 

The module aims to enhance students' knowledge of the equipment used in a Recording Studio and hence address the practical issues arising from recording using a control surface. You will gain experience in using both hardware and software audio devices deployed in digital audio recording.

Provides students with the skills and knowledge to recognize the differences between, and the application of different standards and protocols in the media broadcast arena.

In this module you will research, design, plan and manage the creation of a scripted narrative music video to a client brief. You will develop the video craft skills which complement existing audio learning, whilst managing all aspects of the video production process including client liaison, pre and post-production to the mastering of the final product.

To consolidate and extend knowledge of technical operations in the broadcast media and creative industries, with specific regard to the additional challenges encountered in technical management of live performances.

This module covers everything you would need to know about the operation of a modern production media studio set up, from both a technical and best industry practice point of view.  After completing this module you should be able to appreciate industry-standard audio production equipment and practices as operated in the modern media production industry, undertake productions suitable for internet radio platforms, appreciate industry-standard video production equipment and practices as operated in the modern media production industry and undertake productions suitable for internet video platforms.

This module introduces students to audio equipment used in TV & film recording, and the practical issues arising from location and studio recording. You will gain experience of both hardware and software and following the course you should be able to create Foley sounds and ADR tracks for a video production, create original music tracks to be used in a video production, produce a full audio soundtrack for an animated film and create different audio soundscapes for a film production.

A placement year is an extended period of work experience at an approved partner that will complement your programme of study at LJMU. It will give you the opportunity to develop professional skills relevant to your course as well as the attitude and behaviours necessary for employment in a diverse and changing environment. Placements are normally for one calendar year on a full-time basis. Split placements of a shorter duration may be permissible.

The aim is to provide students with an additional year of study at an approved overseas partner that will complement their programme at LJMU.

The aims of this module are to enable the student to develop the managerial skills and commercial awareness required to research and create a media-related enterprise or event by organising people, resources and time. Topics covered include the risks and rewards of being freelance or self-employed, how to the business landscape, good business strategy and planning, marketing techniques such as segmentation, personas and value propositions and funding models such as crowdfunding.

In this module students will develop their skills in the areas of streaming and app development with a basic introduction to coding covered.

To prepare the students to undertake their own media-related projects and to deliver the required skill set for successful completion of their investigations.

To provide Audio and Music Production students with the confidence, skills and knowledge to make realistic, well-informed career and lifestyle choices, and with the ability to review and adapt their plans in the light of changing priorities and circumstances. To develop independent learning skills by offering access to diverse experiences.

To enable students to apply modern digital techniques for the analysis / reconstruction / transfer / identification and enhancement of a variety of audio signals and artefacts.

To allow the students to develop their knowledge, skills, and general expertise in relation to a project deliverable embodying technical mastery, good design practice, and self-management on a subject of their choice. The project will provide the opportunity for the students to demonstrate their ability to learn and develop their skills independently culminating in an appropriate media-related deliverable suitable for showcasing to prospective employers.