Music Management & Sound 2
The aim of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to build on the knowledge gained in QQI Level 5 Music, to enhance their career prospects in the music industry and/or allow them access to further educational opportunities.
| 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
Applicants require Music QQI Level 5 award or equivalent. All applicants are interviewed and auditioned. Places are awarded on suitability.
RPL FOR MUSIC (RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING):
Where a learner does not have a major award at Level 5 in Music or equivalent but has some competency in the field of music performance and production, such as skills acquired from relevant life and/or work experience, Cork ETB will facilitate RPL for access purposes. In this case, they must demonstrate equivalence in Level 5, i.e., they must be able to evidence music skills at the audition process which equate to a minimum of a Level 5 on the framework in order to allow them to successfully participate in this programme. The applicant must also satisfy the entry criteria.
The specific Recognition of Prior Learning Process for this programme which has three aspects.
Aural test in which the learner will demonstrate that they have the aural skills and competencies equivalent to QQI Level 5 standards.
Audition in which the learner will demonstrate that they have the musical skills and competencies equivalent to QQI Level 5 standard.
Interview in which the learner will be asked subject specific questions to allow them to demonstrate that they have the musical knowledge equivalent to QQI Level 5 standard.
The music department staff will oversee the RPL process for this programme.
Careers / Further progression
Career Opportunities
Live performance
Sound engineering (studio and live)
Management
Agency
Promotion
EDUCATION PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES:
For full details on progression opportunities see these links:
Excellent progressions opportunities including:
MTU: BA (Hons) in Popular Music (CR125 – CR129) (depending on principal instrument).
Music Degree courses in Ireland and abroad.
Further information
Student Services: €250
QQI exam fees: €80*
Facilities / Class Materials: €50
Total: €380
Please note that only debit cards/visa/mastercard payments are acceptable for payment. The College cannot accept cash/cheque.
* Note: Students with medical cards are exempt from paying the QQI exam fee.
Learners attending full-time Further Education PLC courses may be eligible for a means-tested maintenance grant. Information
regarding eligibility and application details is available at www.susi.ie
Interviews are held a number of times per year from Springtime through to course commencement. The interview simply acts to match the applicant against the course in terms of suitability, commitment and expectation.
Introduction
The aim of this course is to provide students with the opportunity to build on the knowledge gained in QQI Level 5 Music, to enhance their career prospects in the music industry and/or allow them access to further educational opportunities.
The Music Management and Sound 2 course is also suitable for experienced musicians who wish to progress to Higher Education and includes preparation for auditions/ entrance exams.
Music Theory & Practice II - 6N20601
Music Performance - 6N20600
Studio & Location Sound Production - 6N4981
Entrepreneurship - 6N1941
Event Management - 6N4800
Work Experience* - 6N1946
Personal & Professional Development* - 6N1949
* There is a choice between Work Experience and Personal & Professional Development.
6M20602 - Music
QQI Level 6 Music 6M20602
SPECIAL FEATURES:
The college has 6 ProTools workstations and a fully functioning recording studio on site with facilities that include digital editing, mixing and MIDI. Particular emphasis is placed on the assessment of the musician’s live and technical performances as they progress throughout the year. The college has access to full backline, instruments, P.A. system and rehearsal spaces.
Lara Norris, Course Director
Email: Lara.Norris@csn.ie
Tel: (021) 2067 632