Audio and Music Production
This course allows students to develop a broad range of specialised knowledge and skills in audio and music technology, sound engineering and production.
| Award Name | Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 6 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 6 Advanced Certificate (Level 6 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 6 NFQ |
Duration
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Learners wishing to access this award must have a minimum of a pass grade (or equivalent) in all of the following QQI level 5 minor awards, Sound Engineering and Production 5N1900, Music Technology 5N1640, Music Industry Studies 5N1458, Communications 5N0690 and Work Experience 5N1356.
Competence in English (CEFR level B2) is required.
Equal consideration will be given to applicants who do not meet these entry requirements through recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Desirable entry requirements include some knowledge of music theory.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Graduates of this course in Audio and Music Production will be able to pursue many opportunities as sound engineers, sound editors, composers and producers in a range of areas, including games, TV and film, animation, theatre, live sound and lighting production, studio recording and radio.
Roles and occupations include audio technician, sound engineer, recording engineer, mix engineer, sound designer, sound editor, mastering engineer, general theatre technician, sales and product development, light and sound designer, composer, songwriter and audio/visual technician.
Progression Routes
Graduates of this course are eligible to apply through the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to a range of higher certificate and degree programmes at Institutes of Technology and Universities in Ireland and the UK (Please check with individual institution, regarding local eligibility requirements).
Audio & Music Production (3rd Year) - DKIT
Music (3rd Year) - University of Middlesex
Music & Sound Engineering (3rd Year) - TUS Midlands
Music - Maynooth University
Music Technology - University of West Scotland
Further information
Course commences in September 2024.
€200.
*The Post Leaving Certificate Government Levy of €200 is removed since 2022.
1. PLC Maintenance Grant
Means-tested maintenance grants are available to eligible students attending approved full-time courses of further education in approved Post Leaving Certificate (PLC) centres, of which Cavan Institute is one.
Applications can be made online to Student Universal Support Ireland (SUSI) through www.studentfinance.ie or www.susi.ie
2. Back to Education Allowance (BTEA)
The Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) allows people in receipt of certain social welfare payments to retain those payments whilst participating in approved full-time courses in further education.
See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details.
3. Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS)
This scheme allows unemployed people aged over 21 to engage in education and training without losing their benefits. It applies to all courses offered at Cavan Institute and applicants must be in receipt of one of a number of social welfare supports for at least six months.
See www.vtos.ie for further details.
4. HEA Fund for Students with Disabilities
The Higher Education Authority’s “Fund for Students with Disabilities” allocates funding to further and higher education colleges for the provision of services and supports to full-time students with disabilities. Applications to the fund are made on behalf of an eligible student by Cavan Institute following an assessment.
How do I Apply?
On-line applications for the 2024/25 academic year are Open.
You can apply for your chosen Cavan Institute course online, by clicking “Apply Online” on our homepage. Please note you may apply to some Cavan Institute courses through the CAO system. (or view Application link above)
June 1st is the closing date for receipt of applications for first round offers. However, applications will be accepted and processed on courses where places are available following this date and second round offers will be made to eligible applicants who apply after that date.
Students will gain hands-on experience in studio work, music and sound tracking, audio mixing and mastering, sound design, Foley, composition, song writing and post-production for TV and film in our high-spec studios and multimedia editing suites. A series of live events throughout the academic year will allow students to gain experience in live sound and lighting techniques whilst developing the necessary skills required in organising and staging events.
Students will develop the knowledge and skills required to find work and conduct business in an increasingly digitised sector.
As part of the course, students will be offered the opportunity to achieve certification in the Avid Pro Tools 100 series and DANTE, whilst developing competence in Reason, Adobe Audition, Sibelius, Ableton and other software.
Audio Engineering and Production
Audio Mixing and Mastering
Audio-visual Production
Sound Design for Film
Musicianship for Production
Composing with Technology
Music Business and Promotion
Personal and Professional Skills
AVID Pro Tools 101 and 110
6M22095 - Audio & Music Production
Certification:
QQI Advanced Certificate in Media Production - PG25012 (6M22095).
AVID Pro Tools 100 Series
Cavan Institute,
Cathedral Road,
Cavan,
Co. Cavan.
H12 E426
email: admin@cavaninstitute.ie
Tel: +353 49 4332633