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Free Music and Sound Production Foundation Degree in Poole

CostFREE
Duration2 years
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
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About this course

Free Music and Sound Production Foundation Degree in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, full-time over two years.

The course covers music production, sound engineering, and the creative and technical skills behind recorded music. You'll develop your abilities as a producer and sound practitioner across a range of studio and performance contexts. Entry requires 48 UCAS points, including at least one Level 3 creative subject.

You'll finish with a Foundation Degree in Music and Sound Production.

Who this course is for

In the UK, we listen to an estimated 60 billion hours of music a year. That’s the equivalent of 7 million years - as long as humans have existed. As a musician producer, you will already be one of the 5 million people who regularly create music, or one of the 9 million who have previously done so. This FdA Music course will provide you with an experience through which you will develop your potential, further your knowledge and refine your skills. This degree level course will focus on providing students with the skills that they need to meet the needs of clients in live music production contexts, studio recording contexts and media-based contexts. Students will study units embracing studio production, live music applications, audio electronics and sound synthesis. The course is expected to explore analogue (tape) recording as well as digital. Students will produce work using several of the major music software platforms in current use and will develop academic knowledge of music technology from historical, cultural, social and economic perspectives. It is intended that the course provides the student with a vehicle for creative experimentation as well as training to be able to provide industry applications.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

* UCAS Tariff - 48 points

All applicants should have Level 3 qualifications including at least one ‘creative’ subject. Applicants who fall outside of this tariff may be considered.

The course is taught in English. Academic IELTS overall score of 5.5 with a minimum of 5.0 in each band (reading, writing, speaking, listening). If students are joining the course from outside of the UK it is likely that they will require a visa.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop music production skills across recording, mixing, and arrangement.
  • You'll learn sound engineering techniques used in studio and live settings.
  • You'll explore the creative and technical processes behind producing music.
  • You'll build practical experience with industry-standard equipment and software.
  • You'll refine your ability to realise musical ideas from concept to finished track.
  • You'll study the music industry and how it operates professionally.

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom and studio environment at the college. Learning combines practical studio sessions with taught elements covering theory and industry knowledge. Assessment is likely to include practical projects, recordings, and written work. The college will confirm the full assessment breakdown before you start.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Music producer, creates and produces recorded tracks for artists and labels.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio recording and mixing in studios or live venues.
  • Music technology specialist, works with digital audio tools in production environments.
  • Studio assistant, supports recording sessions and studio operations.
  • Broadcast audio technician, handles sound for TV, radio, or online media.
  • Live sound operator, manages front-of-house or monitor sound at events.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Music Production or a related degree, to deepen specialist knowledge and open graduate-level roles.
  • BA (Hons) in Music Technology, a natural step for those focusing on the technical side.
  • Postgraduate study in Music or Sound Design, for those aiming at academic or advanced industry roles.
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