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Music Performance Technology & Theory

PLC Post Leaving Cert
5M2011

This one year Level 5 QQI course in Music Performance, Technology and Theory provides a foundation in Music Studies and provides the opportunity to progress to employment or further study in the Music area.

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
Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider

Duration

This is a one-year full time course and runs from September to May.

Entry Requirements

Any of the following would satisfy entry requirements:
Leaving Certificate/LCVP or Leaving Cert Applied

QQI Level 4 qualification

Mature students (age 23+) with relevant experience or ability are also welcome to apply

Interview – An ear-test is performed at interview, at which candidates will also be asked to sing or play an instrument.

QQI FET Links to CAO Courses

Course Web Page

Further information

Commencing in September 2024

NO FEES for September 2024

Means tested grants are available from SUSI.
Please visit http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.

Yes

The course contains a mix of practical and theory elements with trips throughout the year. There is an opportunity to partake in Erasmus+ placements.

If you love music, this is the course for you! The course has been redeveloped and now includes a Music Technology module. Packed also with other interesting modules which explore the wonderful world of music, this programme is designed to nurture instrumentalists and singers of every level – from the complete novice to the more experienced musician. Students are given the opportunity to avail of the college recording studio and even publish their own compositions with the inclusion of the new Music Technology module. The course enables students to follow the practical side of performance, while also providing a strong foundation in Music Theory. This course is also and ideal preparation for 3rd Level courses in Music and careers in the music industry.

Music Theory and Practice 5N1849
Music Industry Studies 5N1458
Communications 5N0690 or Personal Effectiveness 5N1390
Work Experience 5N1356
Music Performance 5N1301
Radio Programme Production 5N1379
Musicianship 5N4845
Music Technology 5N1640 *new
Vocal Performance 5N2003

5M2011 - Music

Successful students will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Music - 5M2011.

Phone: 094 9023134
Email: castlebar@mayocollege.ie
Web: https://mayocollege.ie/

Location:
Castlebar
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider