Music & Creative Industries: NC

Music & Creative Industries: NC

Course Description
This is a new challenging taster course for those interested in developing skills and knowledge of the Creative Industries and, in particular, the music industry. The course will give students the opportunity to experience many aspects of the exciting world of the Creative Industries, concentrating on the music business. Candidates must demonstrate on interest in and commitment to studying the creative industries.

Preferred Entry Requirements
Applicants are expected to have a minimum of 4 passes at Intermediate 2 (grade 3 or better), or Standard Grades Credit level. These will include English. Subjects like Music, Graphic Communication, and Management will be advantageous. An appropriate range of NQ units will also be considered.

Course Duration
Course Duration: 1 academic year
Start Date: Aug-09
End Date: Jun-10
Hours per week: 21 hours

Course Content
Working in the Creative Industries; Music Business; Music Promotion and Management; Event Organisation; Artist Promotion, Development and Marketing; Website Design; Contemporary Popular Music.

Progression
Successful completion of the NC will allow candidates to progress to HND Music Business, HND TV Production or many other HND programmes.