Kidderminster College

Course Content

The course, which is run in conjunction with the University of Worcester, is a practically focused, creative music programme that will develop learners’ music production skills and expertise to industry standard.

Learners will develop an array of music creation techniques, including studio production practices, audio manipulation, remixing, music for media, sound creation and sampling techniques, mixing and audio mastering skills, plus a deep understanding of the music industry within a contemporary context.

Learners will use Apple Mac computers plus a variety of music software including Logic Pro within our iMac Music Production Suites. Akai’s MPC range of samplers will also be used, alongside other hardware from manufacturers such as Korg, Alesis and Focusrite.

Generally, the course is aimed at learners with a background or interest in Electronic-based music such as Drum & Bass, Hip Hop, House, Dubstep, R&B and Electronica, who wish to work in the Music industry.

Learners will use fully sound proofed, acoustically treated recording studios and will be offered a rich program of co-curricular activities, such as guest lecturers, seminars and study visits to London, New York and Barcelona in order to broaden learners’ learning and career development.

HND UEM learners can also develop DJ skills using Technics 1210s turntables, Serato Scratch Live, Pioneer CDJs and Pioneer mixers.

Modules studied include:
• MIDI and Audio Musi5
• Studio Techniques
• Advanced Production Techniques
• Creative Synthesis
• Music for Audio-Visual Contexts
• Music Industry
• Creative Mixing
• Music Production Analysis
• Final Music Project

Jobs and Careers

Various career opportunities exist in music production, sound design, audio post-production, radio production, studio engineering, music management and DJ work.

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Course code:	FT124
Section:	Creative Industries
Progression routes:	Successful learners can then study a 3rd year to gain a full Degree.
Duration:	Two years full time
Entry requirements:	60 UCAS tariff points or above through A-Levels, BTEC Nationals or equivalent. All applicants apply via UCAS.
Interview required:	Yes
Fee:	Contact University of Worcester for more information
Additional costs / materials required:	Optional vists and trips will incur additional costs. These include New York, London and Barcelona. Headphones and media storage are also required.
Tutor contact:	Jay Garratt on 01562 512116 jgarratt@kidderminster.ac.uk
Qualifications gained:	Level 5 HND Urban and Electronic Music Production
Awarding body:	University of Worcester
Examinations / assessment:	Continuous modular assessment throughout course. No final exams