Program Overview
The Acoustical Engineering - BEng at University of Southampton is a MEng programme in Engineering over 48 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of engineering. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Acoustical Engineering - BEng programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 19,670 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,720 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Acoustical Engineering - BEng programme are prepared for diverse careers in engineering:
- Design Engineer
- R&D Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Systems Engineer
- Technical Consultant
- Engineering Manager
Program Curriculum
The first 2 years will introduce subjects such as electronics, mechanics and management. You'll also develop your mathematical, computational and experimental skills.
If you choose to take an additional Industrial Placement Year, it will be between years 2 and 3.
Advanced modules in your final year will deepen your understanding of acoustics and human responses to sound and vibration. You'll choose from optional modules to follow topics that interest you and you'll do an individual research project.
Year 1 overview
You'll study core engineering and acoustics topics, emphasising the physics and mathematics of sound and vibration.
Modules also include topics such as:
- mechanics, structures and materials
- electrical and electronics systems
- mathematics for engineering and the environment
- design and computing
Year 2 overview
As well as acoustics, you'll also study modules on:
- mechanics and vibration
- mathematics
- fluid dynamics
- audio technology and control
The Systems Design and Computing module is an important part of the year. It currently involves the design, building and testing of an active 2-cone loudspeaker.
Year 3 overview
You'll complete an individual project. This will involve researching a subject and combining many of the concepts you've learnt over the first 2 years. Previous students have studied the effect of wing shielding on aircraft engine noise and marine mammal calls.
The compulsory modules are on:
- the human responses to sound and vibration
- acoustical engineering design
- noise control
You'll also choose from optional modules on topics like:
- vehicle powertrain, noise and vibration
- control and instrumentation
- electroacoustics
- human factors in engineering
- architectural and building acoustics
- musical instruments
Want more detail? See all the modules in the course.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Honours Degree
First or upper second-class honours degree or equivalent in engineering, science or mathematics.
Applicants with a lower-second class Bachelors honours degree are considered only if evidence can be provided for the development of skills and capabilities beyond the degree, such as 2-years of relevant and appropriate work experience and training.
Equivalent Qualifications
Alternative qualifications are considered on individual merit. For example, a portfolio of appropriate work experience underpinned by an academic achievements equivalent to the basic requirements and recent serious and appropriate study, with clear evidence of scientific aptitude. Applicants in this category are interviewed and might be required to sit the admissions assessment. We are always happy to receive applications from candidates with equivalent qualifications. If you are unsure about our entry criteria, please contact our admissions staff who would be happy to provide advice in advance of your application.
English Language requirements
If your first language is not English, we need to ensure that your listening, written and spoken English skills would enable you to enjoy the full benefit of your studies. For entry onto our programmes, you will need an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5 or an equivalent qualification (i.e. TOEFL 580-Paper/237-Computer/92-Internet based).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,670 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,720 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 19,670 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,720 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Southampton directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Southampton
University of Southampton
Moffat, United Kingdom
University of Southampton is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 48 months