University of Southampton

Overview

The University of Southampton offers a comprehensive 4-year integrated MEng in Acoustical Engineering, focusing on the measurement, modeling, and engineering of sound and vibration for various real-world applications. This program combines advanced theoretical study with practical laboratory work and culminates in a masters-level group design project. Students have the option to undertake a paid industrial placement year to gain valuable professional experience.

What you'll study

The integrated MEng program encompasses a diverse curriculum that includes advanced acoustics modules, engineering fundamentals, and a collaborative design project in the final year. Students can also opt for an additional year-long paid industrial placement to enhance their learning experience.

Typical academic focus

• Acoustics
• Audio and Signal Processing
• Electronics and Control
• Engineering Management and Law
• Fluid Mechanics
• Mechanics, Machines and Vibration

Design project (final year)

In the final year, students engage in a masters-level group design project that is often industry-led, allowing them to work within real engineering constraints and requirements.

Industrial placement option

The program offers the opportunity to complete a year-long paid industrial placement, providing students with practical experience before they finish their MEng degree.

Entry requirements

Entry to the program is competitive and primarily based on the applicant's academic background. The program typically requires the following qualifications:

• A-levels: AAA including mathematics and an additional required subject
• International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 36 points overall, including 18 points at Higher Level; Higher Level mathematics requirements include either Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation, plus Higher Level Chemistry or Physics
• BTEC: D in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus A in A-level mathematics and A in an additional required A-level subject

Career prospects

Graduates of the Acoustical Engineering program can pursue diverse career opportunities in industries such as audio engineering, environmental noise control, product design, and consulting. The skills acquired through this program, combined with practical experience from placements, prepare students for successful careers in both engineering and technology sectors.