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HNC: Sound Production

The HNC in Sound Production suits those aspiring for a career in the field. It emphasizes practical training in a professional recording studio, catering to individuals with varying levels of experience. Projects include studio recordings, live events, and more, offering comprehensive skill development.

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Level:

SCQF Level 7

Duration:

  • One year full-time
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Who is this course for?

This HNC in Sound Production is suitable for individuals aspiring to work in the sound production industry. Whether beginners or with some experience, students must show a keen interest in sound and audio. The course emphasizes practical training and covers various projects, including studio recordings and live events.

What skills will I learn?

  • Sound, Audio and Music Production Skills
  • Recording Skills
  • Mixing Skills
  • Mastering Skills
  • Project Management Skills
  • Live Sound Skills
  • Sound Design Skills
  • Teamworking Skills
  • Communication Skills
  • Research and Analytical Skills
  • AVID Pro Tools Skills
  • Ableton Skills
  • Working on a range of projects from your first week, you'll cover audio engineering, music production, sound design for games and film, re-mixing and using Digital Audio Workstations create and manipulate songs and soundscapes.

What will I study?

  • Recording and mixing
  • Sound and music production theory and practice
  • The creative industries
  • Acoustics
  • Digital audio workstations
  • Location recording
  • Post production sound
  • Creative music re-mixing
  • Pro Tools 101 and related AVID courses
  • If you want to discover why and how music and sound has an emotional impact on you and others then join us in our unique Recording Studios to work with bands, solo artists and other creative producers who need your skills to help them realise their creative project.
  • You will explore where and how sound supports other creative content, e.g. Sound design, game sound, film sound, television, radio, podcast and vlog production. Whatever the medium consumed, it is always more accessible and engaging with sound.

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • HND: Sound Production

What career opportunities are there?

  • Audio engineer/producer
  • Sound engineer in theatre
  • Broadcasting assistant (TV, film and radio)
  • Live sound engineer/tour support
  • Music industry support
  • Film/computer/computer games/multimedia industries

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