• Music and Sound

    Introduction to HNC Sound Production (potentially leading to Level 6 entry in January 2025)

  • SCQF Level

    Level 5 (potentially leading to Level 6 entry in January 2025)

  • Attendance/Duration

    Short full-time, August to January

  • Start Date

    Aug 2024

Overview

Welcome to the world of HNC Sound Production, where you'll dive into the art of creating music, shaping sounds, and mastering the audio landscape. This course is your gateway to a dynamic and creative career in live and studio music sound production. Get ready to develop the skills, knowledge, and adaptability needed to excel in this exciting field.

Entry Requirements

If you’re interested in the creative industries and in particular sound production, this course can help you on your way.

For entry to this course you’ll need:

  • National 4 pass in either Music or Sound Production or ICT and an interest in music and creative music production in any genre
  • an interview with us

If you don’t have formal qualifications but have life experience, then we’ll also consider you for a place, so please call us for a chat.

Course Content

This short course aims to provide students with the skills, knowledge and versatility required to excel in live and studio music sound and music production. Through a comprehensive and practical curriculum, this course seeks to empower participants to become confident, adaptable, and well-rounded producers and engineers in sound. 

  • Software and Skills 
  • Ableton Remix and Composition
  • Live Sound Reinforcement 
  • Creative Music Production 
  • Introduction to Music Business 
  • Creative Entrepreneurship 
  • Working Together 
  • Problem Solving 

Next Steps and Career Opportunities

Upon successful completion of this course, you may have the opportunity to progress to SCQF Level 6 in Access to HNC Sound Production which would start directly after this course from January to June, taking your skills to the next level and accessing HNC Sound Production SCQF Level 7. Your journey in the world of sound production starts here.

Why Choose This Course?

  • unlock creativity: Unleash your creative potential and shape your passion for music into a rewarding career.
  • versatile skills: Acquire a wide range of skills, from composition to live sound reinforcement, preparing you for diverse roles in the industry.
  • real-world experience: Dive into practical training and work on projects that mirror real-world scenarios, ensuring you're job-ready.
  • industry relevance: Stay ahead with a curriculum that aligns with industry demands and trends.
  • endless possibilities: Explore various career paths in sound production, from music producer to sound engineer and beyond.
  • begin your journey: Take the first step towards a fulfilling career in sound production. Join us and turn your passion into a profession!
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Places available

Campus

Ayr

Start Date

Aug 2024

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