- Location: Waterford College of Further Education, Parnell Street, Waterford.
- Duration: 1 Year
Course details
A course for students interested in a career in music/ sound engineering/music promotion and journalism. The course examines the music industry with a particular emphasis on visual and sound technologies and music production as well as audio production for film and the games industry. Students have access to an on-campus sound recording studio and radio production facility as part of their training programme.
MINIMUM ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Leaving Certificate/ Leaving Certificate Applied or equivalent
- Successful completion of interview
PROGRESSION
The full QQl (FETAC) Level 5 Certificate facilitates entry, on a competitive basis, to a range of third level institutions nationwide. Further details are available from the relevant institutions. Successful completion of this course will also facilitate progression to related courses at Ballyfermot College of Further Education will also facilitate entry to Level 6 and 7 courses in related areas. Specific progression pathways to WIT are agreed (see page 41).
CERTIFICATION
- QQl (FETAC) National Vocational Certificate Level S - Sound Production (5M2149)
SOFTWARE
- Cubase 7
- Abelton Live 9 Suite
- Protools
COURSE CONTENT
- Sound Engineering & Production
- Music Industry Studies
- Music Technology
- Digital Video Editing
- Radio Programme Production
- Communications
- Work Experience
- Image Processing
CAREER PROSPECTS
- Sound Engineering
- Music Journalism
- Local Radio
- Music Promotion
- DJ.
- Game Audio Production
- Film Audio Production
Course Location
About Waterford College of Further Education
Located in the heart of Waterford City, WCFE offers the largest range of Further Education courses in the South East. Over the past , the College has increased its and in excess students, in the current academic year. This reflects the College’s excellent reputation for providing high quality courses leading directly to employment or third-level education. Our state of the art facilities and motivated teaching staff allow us to provide you with the opportunity to pursue your personal and academic goals. They Theylcome students of all ages, abilities and nationalities and promise to provide you with a learning environment which is both innovative and supportive.
WCFE graduates enjoy professional qualifications certified and accredited by national and internationally recognised examining and professional bodies.
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