DEV ENVIRONMENT — Not Production

MA Audio and Podcasting

  • Postgraduate
  • London
Last Updated: 01/07/2026View on Institutions website
Apply NowSFE Guide
Share On:
MA Audio and Podcasting
Middlesex University London

Course Overview

Intake

N/A

Duration

1 year

Course Description

Master the art and technology of storytelling through sound with the MA Audio and Podcasting at Middlesex University London. This course is designed for aspiring audio professionals who wish to blend creativity, ethics, and employability. Students will develop advanced technical, creative, and editorial skills for professional podcast production, covering everything from initial concept and research to recording and distribution. The programme offers flexible study modes, including one-year full-time or two-year part-time options, with an additional one-year full-time plus 12-month placement route available. You will learn from active practitioners with extensive experience in radio, audio journalism, and digital storytelling. Throughout the course, you will access industry-standard studios and facilities at MDX Studios to experiment with immersive audio, sound design, and AI-enhanced tools. By building a professional portfolio and engaging with real-world industry projects, you will develop the entrepreneurial and ethical awareness essential for a sustainable career in the global audio industries. Join an interdisciplinary community of digital creatives in London, the global hub for broadcasting and podcasting innovation.

Tuition Fee Details

Full-time UK students: £13,700. Part-time UK students: £90 per credit (£45 per dissertation credit). A 20% discount is offered to all new MA students on this course, with a higher 40% tuition fee reduction available to Middlesex University graduates. The university reserves the right to increase postgraduate tuition fees in line with changes to legislation, regulation and any government guidance or decisions. The tuition fees for part-time UK study are subject to annual review and the institution reserves the right to increase the fees each academic year by no more than the level of inflation.

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

UK qualifications

Undergraduate degree (2:2 or above) in a related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.

English Language Requirements

Other

Applicants must meet the institution's English language requirements. Pre-sessional English courses are available if requirements are not met.

Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio

Required if you do not hold a degree in a relevant field. You should show a range of skills and ability, focusing on recent work you are proud of.

For more information about the General Entry Requirements please visit the institution page

Course Structure

Storytelling and Worldbuilding

15 Credits

Creative Practice and AI

15 Credits

Business Skills for Creative Practice

15 Credits

Work Experience

15 0r 30 Credits

Podcasting and Audio Storytelling

15 Credits

Sound Recording for Media

15 Credits

Post-production Mixing and Sound Design

15 Credits

Strategic Distribution and Marketing

15 Credits

ProTools Fundamentals

15 Credits

Major Project

60 Credits

Frequently Asked Questions

Graduates can progress into roles such as podcast producer, audio editor, sound designer, broadcast journalist, or audio strategist. You will also develop entrepreneurial skills suitable for freelance or start-up ventures. Nova Pathways can assist you in exploring how these roles align with your career goals.