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THE LEADING ONE-YEAR QUALIFICATION PROVIDING SPECIALIST TRAINING AND A RECOGNISED PATHWAY TO IOA MEMBERSHIP
Duration: 12 months Next start date: 07 December 2025
At BWB Consulting, we’re more than an engineering and environmental design consultancy – we’re a team of innovators, problem-solvers and trusted partners.
Level: Mid Senior Level Location: Manchester Salary: 15000
As our Acoustics team continues to grow, we’re looking for passionate individuals to help deliver transformative infrastructure and renewable energy projects nationwide.
Level: Various Salary: Undisclosed
MIDLANDS BRANCH EVENING MEETING THURSDAY 7 AUGUST 18:00 FOR AN 18:30 START ARUP ONE CENTENARY WAY BIRMINGHAM B3 3AY IN PERSON AND HYBRID
07 August 2025, 06:00 PM
The bulletin highlights the IOA Awards 2025, celebrating excellence and service within the field, and includes updates on the UK Acoustics Network (UKAN) and the follow-on initiative, Noise Network Plus. It also covers various initiatives from the Institute on education, policy, research, and public engagement, with a focus on upcoming conferences and initiatives and the role of the Institute and its members.
01 July 2025
This bulletin explores diverse aspects of acoustics, including a look at the IOA's new coat of arms, updates on STEM activities, and articles on technical innovations. It also highlights important initiatives and developments in the field, such as the upcoming Acoustics 2025 conference and recent policy changes.
01 May 2025
The Acoustics Bulletin for March/April 2025 highlights the Institute of Acoustics' (IOA) initiatives, including progress towards chartered status, noise research projects, and the upcoming release of a new website. It also covers key topics such as the revised BS 8233 standard, the activities of the IOA's various groups, and news updates.
01 March 2025
A network of engineers, policymakers, industry stakeholders and scientists, are set to focus on reducing noise pollution and building a healthier environment.
Artificial noise or acoustic alerts have been discussed as an important potential safety measure, for e-scooters, if their use in public places is to be made legal.
Join us for the briefing on the Defra National Noise Modelling System (NMS) and a memorial lecture honouring Geoff Kerry.
This bulletin discusses a variety of topics, including the Institute of Acoustics awards and a review of AI's role in acoustics. It also includes articles on wind turbine noise, managing construction noise, and the impact of residential development on venues. The publication provides updates on specialist groups and branch news, highlighting the diverse activities and initiatives within the field.
01 July 2024
I was a sound engineer a couple of evenings a week at a live music venue in Harlow when studying for my A-levels, but realised very few people get to turn it into a ‘proper’ job.