Sound Production
A 1 year course covering music technology, sound engineering, event production and music industry studies.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Standard minimum entry requirements for all courses in BCFE:
• Minimum statutory school leaving age (16+)
• CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 and Level 6 courses for those whose first language is not English.
• Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees. Please refer to Information for international students.
• A PPS number is required for registration. Please refer to How to get a Personal Public Service (PPS) Number.
• The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+)
Minimum entry requirements for all level 5 courses
• QQI Level 4 award or equivalent
• Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP or a Merit in Leaving Certificate Applied or a relevant QQI Level 4 certificate
What Do You Need To Apply?
In addition to the Entry Requirements, for this course you will also need to support your application with a written statement of your interest in this area, and if possible, including evidence of your experience and links to materials you have made or recorded. On application you will be advised by the college on how to submit this supporting documentation.
Careers / Further progression
Progression Opportunities
• Graduates with a Merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as:
o Music Production Level 6 (PEH)
o Contemporary Music Performance Level 6 (PRH)
o Irish Traditional Music Performance and Traineeship in Instrument Making, Repair and Maintenance Level 6 (PTH)
• Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).
Further information
Commencing September 2024.
• International Applicants
• Mature Students
• VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) funded applicants
• BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) funded applicants
Sources of Funding:
- PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme Refer to www.susi.ie
- VTOS (Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme) Refer to www.gov.ie/vtos
- BTEA (Back to Education Allowance) Refer to www.welfare.ie
- SOLAS Fund for Students with Disabilities Refer to www.solas.ie and guidance notes on www.bcfe.ie
Applications and Admissions Process 2024/25:
All applications to Ballyfermot Campus will be accepted after the 6th November 2023 and the closing date for receipt of applications directly to Ballyfermot Campus is the 27th of September 2024. Applications received after this date will be processed as late applications in accordance with the Admissions Policy of Ballyfermot Campus.
Apply Online (see "Application Weblink").
For further details on admissions:
Tel: (01) 6269421
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie
Why Choose Sound Production?
This course is for you if you are interested in a career in music and sound engineering or music promotion. This course provides a combination of practical and theoretical tuition in all aspects of digital sound engineering and music production.
On this course you will gain the essential knowledge, industry experience, contacts and opportunities required to succeed in the music industry from lecturers who are experienced engineers, musicians, and industry practitioners. You will collaborate and work with the students of the Music Performance course to create annual live events to build your knowledge, skills and competencies.
This course should help you decide if you want to further your studies in this area or use this qualification to gain employment or progress to further and higher education.
What Will You Study?
Sound Engineering and Production (5N1900)
Music Technology (5N1640)
Desktop Mutimedia Audio Production (5N2148)
Technical Skills for Theatre (5N6047)
Music Industry Studies (5N1458)
Event Production (5N1374)
Teamworking (5N1367)
Work Experience (5N1356)
5M2149 - Sound Production
Award: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sound Production 5M2149
Ballyfermot College of Further Education,
Ballyfermot Road,
Ballyfermot,
Dublin 10
Phone: +353-1-6298500
Email: info@bcfe.cdetb.ie