- Code: MF
- Certification:
BTEC Foundation Diploma in Music Production DBDY3 or DBDY5 Level 5 equivalence on the NFQ - Duration: One Year
Description
This course is designed for students new to the subject, those coming back to education after a break, or those lucky enough to find they finally have the time to pursue their passion for music and production. The course is practical with a focus on hands-on experience supported by coaching and guidance from industry experts. Key areas include recording, mixing, mastering, editing and processing in both studio and live environments using state of the art analogue and digital mixing desks, outboard equipment, and industry standard software (ProTools/Ableton).
- Programme of Study
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- The Recording Studio
- Recording Skills
- Mixing Skills
- DAW Production Skills
- Music Creation Skills
- Live Event Production
- Planning a Career in the Industry
Components subject to change
- Entry Requirements
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One of the following:
- Leaving Certificate or its equivalent. Extenuating circumstances may be considered
- Full QQI Level 4 Award
- Leaving Cert Applied Award
- Mature applicants - experience will be considered in lieu of formal qualifications
- Career Opportunities
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- Sound Engineering (Live/Studio)
- Post Production Sound for TV & Film
- Broadcasting (TV & Radio)
- Film/Video Game Sound Design
- Higher Education Progression*
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- BIFE:
Music Production HND Diploma BTEC QQI Level 6+
Music Performance HND Diploma BTEC QQI Level 6+
- Pulse College:
BA (Hons.) Degree in Music Production
Graduates are eligible to apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to year one of a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities.
- Course Co-Ordinator
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Rob Murphy
- Where are they now?
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Meet BIFE students who have graduated from this course...
“Completing the Level 5 Sound Engineering course in BIFE has strengthened my fundamentals and skills regarding sound/music production & knowing the music industry. The tutors helped me immensely with operating professional mixing consoles and music equipment. Being the industry professionals that they are, they trained me into becoming a confident sound engineer and artist. It was a great experience for me as it made my transition to a degree level smooth. This course was able to springboard me into studying a Level 8 Degree in Audio Production & Music Project Management at Dublin Business School, which I am confidently studying as I believe my tutors in BIFE truly delivered their teaching." - Benhur Nadurata