Music Technology and Production Diploma
Industry recognised music technology training course in London
This exciting and innovative EDEXCEL approved
music technology course is designed for people wishing to embark on a career in the music industry. The course requires no previous experience of music technology, production, recording or the use of music production software. It is a comprehensive course that offers several career opportunities on completion that range from studio recording engineer, live engineer and a record producer.
During the course you will be exposed to the "real world" experiences of a recording environment where you will record, produce and remix artists on course projects and assignments. The fun and exciting assignments include song composition, record company formation, remixing, live recording, mixing and mastering and covers all genres of music.
You have the option of choosing your preferred music production package to work with for the duration of the course and this can be Apple Logic 9, Cubase, Ableton Live 8 or Pro Tools 10.
The course can be taken on a one to one individual tuition basis allowing us to tailor the course content to suit your specific learning requirements. You are also able to structure the course around your schedule allowing you to choose the dates and times to attend.
This accelerated
music technology learning course can be studied part time for 12 months or full time for 6 months and could be used as a foundation diploma to gain entry for a degree level music course at universities. Core modules include production techniques, songwriting, mixing and mastering and music business covering the following topics:
- • Principles of sound and acoustics
- • Songwriting and composition
- • Music Production an remixing techniques
- • Sound design and synthesis
- • Using digital and analogue mixing desks
- • Recording techniques
- • Mixing and mastering techniques
- • Music industry business
You have the option of taking this music technology and production course in a small group or on a one to one individual tuition basis.
Key features of One to One music production courses
- • Enrol anytime throughout the year - you could be starting your course within a week
- • You set the start date and subsequent classes. – fit the course around your lifestyle
- • Pick your own study times – this can be mornings, afternoons, evenings or weekends
- • Ability to accelerate the course – 8 week courses can be completed in as little as 2 weeks
Course outline
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Connections, acoustics, midi and using Logic Pro 9
- • Signal flow, equipment set up and integration
- • Principles of sound
- • Understanding Logic 9 functions and tools
- • Audio editing and manipulation
- • Creative use of sampling techniques
- • Drum programming and editing
Composition, songwriting and production techniques
- • Songwriting basics and song analysis
- • Creating melodies, drum parts and basslines
- • Song arrangement and structure
- • Creative use of software instruments
- • Sound design and synthesis
- • Advanced production techniques
Sound engineering techniques
- • Using digital and analogue mixing desks
- • Understanding signal routing and monitoring
- • Microphone techniques, placement and pre amps
- • Modern recording techniques
- • Recording drum kits and instruments
- • Live recording project
Mixing and mastering techniques
- • Creating professional sounding mixes
- • Advanced use of equalisers and filters
- • Creative use of effect processors
- • Using compressors, gates and limiters
- • Using and understanding summing mixers
- • Stem mixing and mastering techniques
Music software and project completion
- • Using the functions within Cubase 6
- • Remixing techniques using Ableton Live 8
- • Sound editing and mastering using Pro Tools 10
- • Advanced sound design with software instruments
- • Music production and composition project completion
- • Recording and mixing project completion
Music industry business
- • The principles of music industry business
- • Record company formation and digital downloads
- • Copyright, royalties and licencing
- • Publishing and recording contracts
- • Career opportunities within the music industry
- • Mock music company formation project
Student testimonial
Phil, Rochester - Completed the 6 month diploma Course
"I enrolled on this technology course partly because of the flexibility that the one to one training offered. During the courses I needed to take a 4 week break to travel abroad and this was not a problem. On my return I just continued with the course where I left it!" More...
Course fees
One To One
Start time: flexible
Duration: 6 months full time / 12 month part time
Fee: £5,998.00 - monthly instalments available
Funding is available for this course in the form of a Professional and Career Development Loan. You must be a UK resident and aged 18 or over. Further information is available from the PCDL website or call their information line on 0800 100 900.
Group
Time: 10:00-16:00
Duration: 6 full time / 12 month part time
Fee: £4,498.00 - monthly installments available
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music technology course content in more detail contact us on
0207 247 8800 and we will be happy to assist.
Phil, Rochester - Completed the 6 month diploma Course
"I always had a big interest in learning to DJ.."