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FullTime National Diploma in Music Technology and National Award in Music (Performing)
Vocational qualification
In Llanelli ()
Description
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Type
Vocational qualification
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Duration
2 Years
This programme of study is designed to cover the advances in music technology, the creative uses to which it can be put and how to make a living from applying the skills and knowledge gained.
About this course
Students 16 years of age and over should normally have achieved at least 4 grades of C or above at GCSE. Music GCSE is preferred and will be viewed favourably but need not be one of the subjects passed. However, a proven track record of performance ability and experience of music making of any style is expected. Mature applicants may be considered without formal qualifications at the discretion...
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Course programme
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Course Content
This programme of study is designed to cover the advances in music technology, the creative uses to which it can be put and how to make a living from applying the skills and knowledge gained.
Course Features
Taught on industry standard equipment by lecturers who are current professionals within their subject areas.
In practical subject areas each student will have use of an individual computer workshop with state of the art computer sequencing and recording software.
Opportunities to perform in a variety of venues.
TV studio to record live performances
Opportunities are available to study formal contemporary composition and arranging.
Students will be encouraged to work to professional standards and if worthy their work will be promoted commercially.
Many links with universities and industry via the department's Industry Consultative Panel and it's partnership with Roland UK.
The programme of study has a potential of 480 UCAS points.
Career Prospects and Progression
National Diplomas provide an excellent basis for progression to Higher level qualifications such as Degrees or Foundation Degrees. Successful students may find employment working in composing, performing, producing and selling music, working for retail outlets, recording studios, TV, radio or theatre companies.
Modules
Year 1 Units:- ND Music Technology, NA in Music for Media are marked with*, The Music Industry, Music in Context, Listening Skills, Sound Recording Techniques*, Live Sound, Midi Sequencing and Software*, DJ Technology 1, Computer Tech for Music, Music Theory and Harmony, Award in Music in the Community, Music performance Techniques 1, Music Performance Techniques 2, Composing. Year 2 Units:- ND Music Technology, Studio Production Process*, Studio Production Project*, Multimedia Sound Production*, Sound for the Moving Image*, Music Technology in Performance, The Freelance World, Sound Manipulation and Creation, Events Management, Award in Music in the Community, Music in the Community, Music Production Process, Music Production Project, Music from Around the World.
Method of Assessment
The course is continuously assessed and will include assignments and practical work. Assessment will be both internal and external.
Course Length
2 Years
Time of Delivery
Daytime
Campus
Graig Campus
Bilingual Provision
The majority of this course can be studied bilingually
Entry Requirements
Students 16 years of age and over should normally have achieved at least 4 grades of C or above at GCSE. Music GCSE is preferred and will be viewed favourably but need not be one of the subjects passed. However, a proven track record of performance ability and experience of music making of any style is expected. Mature applicants may be considered without formal qualifications at the discretion of the Faculty.
Full-time or Part-time
FullTime
FullTime National Diploma in Music Technology and National Award in Music (Performing)