NQ Sound Production

Overview

What will I learn?

You'll learn about:

• Understanding the signal path
• Sound engineering and production
• Audio editing
• MIDI sequencing
• Sound Synthesis and Sampling Skills
• Sound for live events
• An introduction to the UK music industry
• Sound Design
• Music Remixing
• Promotion In The Music Industry

This course will give you the opportunity to develop a variety of skills within the creative audio industry.

You will also have the opportunity to take part in our flexible NC provision should you wish. You can choose a mix of any modules from the range of Creative Industries NC courses we run and create a course unique to you and your interests building your own timetable along the way.

What qualifications do I need?

We generally look for at least 2 National 5 qualifications, preferably in Maths, English, a Science or Music Technology, although all qualifications will be considered. However, the interview will be most important in determining whether you will be offered a place on the course, where you will be expected to show a passion for Sound Production and learning about the Creative Audio industry.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you'll have the skills needed to get an entry level role in studio engineering, live engineering, music production or technical support. You could also develop your skills further by studying another course, such as:

HNC Sound Production HNC Music Business

SCQF 6

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 1 year