Creative Music Technology (Games and Interactive Media)

The gaming industry has become as integral to modern entertainment as films or music, with the UK gaming sector experiencing rapid growth. This expansion is mirrored by exciting advancements in interactive web and media content.

The Creative Music Technology (Games and Interactive Media) course is crafted to equip you with industry-standard skills and the confidence needed for sound, music, and audio production in the gaming and interactive media world. Throughout the program, you’ll gain experience in creating innovative sound effects, composing and orchestrating music, recording voices, and mastering audio post-production, ensuring you’re prepared for the dynamic challenges of the industry.

Sound design plays a crucial role in elevating the gaming experience, shaping emotional narratives and adding dynamic impact. This specialist course provides valuable insights into sound design, composition, and dialogue, preparing you to work effectively in this creative field.

You will develop skills in sourcing original sound through various techniques, including Foley-style recording, synthesis, and capturing location-specific sounds. Music composition within gaming can vary from traditional orchestration and arrangement to abstract, electronic, or urban styles, and you will have the opportunity to explore these approaches. Dialogue and voiceover recording and editing are also key components of the course, complementing the music composition process. Additionally, you’ll gain hands-on experience in audio post-production, covering editing, processing, producing, and mixing, with a focus on integrating this audio content into interactive gaming environments using industry-standard software, known as Middleware.