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Audio Production
It is only through excellent audio production that an idea is transformed into an auditory experience. But creative sensitivity alone is not enough to achieve this. What is needed are audio experts who can take technical and creative responsibility for productions from the initial recording right through to the finished master. This requires a technical understanding of space, sound and signal processing.
If you see yourself working behind mixing desks or creating sound experiences using plug-ins, microphones and immersive 3D audio technology, then the Audio Production specialisation within the Audio and Acoustical Engineering degree programme is the right choice for you. Here, youāll learn how to produce and optimise sound professionally.
An overview of the course content
In Mittweida, you donāt just learn in the lecture theatre ā you also get to produce music in real studios. Youāll work with state-of-the-art recording technology, professional acoustics and software, just as is used in large-scale productions. From recording and mastering to sound design, youāll gain the knowledge you need to bring music, film sound and games to life. Courses such as Audio Mixing and Mastering, Studio Design and Immersive Audio provide you with in-depth technical expertise, whilst working on real-world projects such as the Mittweida Campus Festival and productions in the recording studios offers practical experience at the highest level.
Audio and Video Technology I
Fundamentals of Information Technology
Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering
Music
Business Management
Mathematics I
Audio and Video Technology II
Fundamentals of Acoustics
Analogue Technology
Integral Transforms and Numerical Applications
Physics
Mathematics II
Signals and Systems
Digital Circuit Design
Digital Signal Processing
Engineering Mechanics
Specialisation modules:
- Audio Production I: Recording
- Virtual Acoustics
Practical Audio Electronics
Acoustic Measurements
Specialisation modules:
- Audio Production II: Mixing and Mastering
- Project Audio I
- Studio Project Planning
AI in Audio and Acoustics
Design
Foundation Management
Specialisation modules:
- Audio Production III: Electronic Music
- Project Audio II
- Fundamentals of Live Sound Engineering
Academic Publishing
Specialisation modules:
- Programme Transmission/Distribution
- Media Composition
Practical module (24 weeks in total across the 6th and 7th semesters)
Practical module (24 weeks in total across the 6th and 7th semesters)
Reflection module
Bachelorās thesis (12 weeks)
Audio and Acoustical Engineering in Mittweida
In summary ā Audio Production in Mittweida
Specialisation within the full-time Bachelorās degree programme in Audio and Acoustical Engineering
(210 Credits)
As an expert in Audio Production, youāll be in demand wherever sound matters ā in studios, at streaming services, in film and music production, at events such as festivals and concerts, or in the games industry. You can work as a sound engineer, sound designer, mastering engineer or audio producer. Careers in technical development, for example with audio hardware manufacturers, are also open to you. If youād like to delve deeper into research or sound innovation, the extra occupational Masterās in Acoustical Engineering in Mittweida and Munich is the perfect next step after your Bachelorās degree.
Application and Admission
Applicants must hold a general university entrance qualification, a university of applied sciences entrance qualification, a subject-specific university entrance qualification or an equivalent recognised qualification. Applicants who have completed vocational training and have at least three yearsā professional experience may also be admitted following a consultation and a successful entrance examination.
Language skills:
Anyone who did not obtain their university entrance qualification at a German-speaking institution must demonstrate German language proficiency at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Proof of this can be provided, for example, by passing the āGerman as a Foreign Languageā (TestDaF) test at the Mittweida University Preparatory College with an average score of TDN 3 in all four sections, or by presenting an equivalent certificate.
The application period for the winter semester begins on 15 April and ends on 15 July. You can register online via the HSMW application portal. Once you have submitted all your documents, you can enrol. Once you have enrolled, your place at Mittweida is secured. For international applicants, the application deadline is 15 May, to allow sufficient time to apply for a visa.
Weāve got you covered! Excellent study conditions, modern facilities and affordable rent allow you to focus fully on your studies. Tutorials are on hand to help with academic queries, the SAXEED start-up network supports you on your journey to developing your own business idea, and the Social Support Service offers assistance with specific life situations, such as childcare or caring for relatives. The campus also has plenty to offer: two music festivals a year, an active esports team and a vibrant student community. Discover just how diverse life in Mittweida is ā at the Open Day or the Night of Science.
Related degree programmes
Frequently Asked Questions
No specific prior knowledge of audio engineering is required, as all the relevant content is taught from scratch during the degree programme. However, as this is a technical degree programme, a fundamental interest in mathematics and physics is very important in order to truly grasp the principles underlying, for example, sound and technology.
Yes, you have the option of specialising in either Acoustics or Audio Production. This allows you to decide for yourself whether your focus should be more on technical acoustics and vibration theory or on the media-oriented production of audio content.
Youāll decide on your specialisation at the end of the second semester, once youāve gained an understanding of the fundamentals of both areas. As with the other degree programmes, the lecturers will help you choose the path that best suits your strengths by providing a detailed overview of the specialisation options.
