Master’s in Sound and Music Computing in English at UPF

If you enjoy both making music and understanding how technology works, UPF’s Master’s in Sound and Music Computing offers a way to bring those interests together. Taught in English at Poblenou campus, it is connected with the university’s Music Technology Group.

Course essentials

Institution

Universitat Pompeu Fabra (UPF)

国家

西班牙

Subject

Computer science and data, Music and audio technology

Study level

Master's degree

Teaching language

英语

Study format

On campus

Campus

Tànger building, Poblenou campus, Barcelona, Spain

持续时间

1 academic year full-time; additional preparatory study may extend the programme

Credits

60 ECTS, with possible additional complementary credits depending on background

Tuition

2026/27 published registration total for 60 ECTS: €1,302 for EU citizens or residents in Spain (a study stay does not qualify); €5,749.80 for the non-EU category. Additional foreign-qualification assessment and diploma charges may apply.

Intake

Autumn academic intake. The programme's published 2026/27 application rounds ended 5 June 2026. Check UPF for the next application cycle.

Official information

Information reviewed: 2026-10-17

Listening, programming and experimenting

"(《世界人权宣言》) academic programme covers audio signal processing, machine learning, music perception and computational approaches to music. A 20-credit thesis gives you a sustained project alongside 40 credits of taught study.

You might be interested in how software identifies a musical pattern, transforms a sound or supports a new instrument. These are examples of the kinds of questions that can help you decide whether the course’s technical focus matches your curiosity.

What background helps?

The programme’s 常见问题 describes a strong fit for applicants with computing knowledge and a musical interest, while welcoming other backgrounds with relevant preparation. Mathematics, programming, signal processing and machine learning are useful areas to review.

"(《世界人权宣言》) formal application requirements include a qualifying degree, transcript, English CV and motivation letter, an academic recommendation and B2 English. Depending on your preparation, additional study may extend the course; ask the academic team how this would affect your timetable and budget.

Fees and next steps

UPF’s 2026/27 fee table labels the fee row “Sound and Music Technologies”; the programme website uses “Sound and Music Computing”. The published registration amounts also appear in its admissions requirements.

The 2026/27 application rounds have closed. Check the next calendar and use our Barcelona guide to plan accommodation and everyday life.