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Spirit Studios
The former School of Sound Recording, teaching in Manchester since 1984, billed on its own site as the UK's first sound engineering and music production school. Degrees validated by the University of Lancashire, accredited by the British Accreditation Council. A Foundation Year is £7,250/yr, the BA/BSc (Hons) route £9,790/yr, and a postgraduate MA Music Production £9,250/yr (all 2026/27 UK rates); part-time study runs £1,632 per 20-credit undergraduate module. Ten recording/mixing studios and a live venue on site, with equipment partnerships including Neve, Avid, Ableton and iZotope. Short course and taster-day prices aren't published; enquire directly.
At a glance
- Price
- From £7,250/yr
- Location
- 79 Tib Street, Manchester M4 1LS
- Subjects
- Music production, Sound engineering
- Formats
- Degree, Diploma, Short
- Established
- 1984 as School of Sound Recording (SSR)
- Accreditation
- None published
Frequently asked
What does Spirit Studios cost?
Spirit Studios's prices start from £7,250/yr, correct as of our last check.
Where is Spirit Studios based?
Spirit Studios is based at 79 Tib Street, Manchester M4 1LS.
What does Spirit Studios teach?
Spirit Studios teaches Music production, Sound engineering, in these formats: Degree, Diploma, Short.
Is Spirit Studios accredited?
Spirit Studios does not publish any formal accreditation or certification claims.
When was Spirit Studios founded?
Spirit Studios was established in 1984, originally as School of Sound Recording (SSR).
Sources
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