MUSIC PRODUCTION UAL Level 2 Diploma
Venue: South Downs Campus Duration: 1 year
Teaching & learning You will be taught by music industry professionals who are both qualified lecturers and specialists in their discipline. The course programme uses practical teaching methods to develop essential skills. Classroom and homework activities will help you discover fundamental aspects of the music industry and other music related areas. Students will be required to work independently and within groups. Working with your lecturers you will reflect and contextualise the content within each unit, acknowledging and identifying the evidence which meets the learning outcomes. Assessment Assessment is mainly through practical project work e.g remixing modern tracks, recording in the studio, mixing a live band, as well as two written assignments. All assessments and assignments have an agreed hand in date and are all electronic based. Progression At HSDC, students who gain at least an overall Merit grade can progress to our Level 3 qualifications. The pathway can then lead to a Level 4 (here at HSDC) or Higher Education if desired. Some students may gain employment in the music industry as a direct result of achieving an overall Merit or Distinction.
Overview This one-year course is designed for
students who are looking to develop their understanding of music production and technology for a career in the music industry. Alongside the course, you will also study for your Mathematics and English Functional Skills and/or GCSE qualifications. Structure On this course you will have the opportunity to study a variety of music technology and production areas, alongside planning your musical career and how to promote yourself and others in the modern musical world. Units will include: – Remixing and production – Using a keyboard with a DAW – Live sound reinforcement – Studio recording – Live recording – Careers in music – Music, marketing and promotion
Entry Requirements Five GCSEs at grade 3.
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