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MUSIC & SOUND PRODUCTION Edinburgh College offers full-time, comprehensive courses in music, music business and sound production, from entry level to degree level. Our lecturers are experts in their fields, providing you with the best start to your career. We welcome students from all kinds of musical backgrounds, and give you exposure to a rich variety of experiences and possibilities within our courses. Our students perform in some of the city s top venues, including the Usher Hall, Queens Hall, Voodoo Rooms, Festival Theatre, Liquid Rooms, St Andrew s Church and St George s West Church. Students studying at our Sighthill campus have an opportunity to join a range of exciting ensembles, including choirs, traditional music band, big band and concert band, together with many smaller groups. Students also benefit from sound production facilities comparable to top UK recording studios. Across our two campuses at Milton Road and Sighthill, we have two auditoria equipped with PAs and full lighting rigs, 11 recording spaces, 4 digital audio suites all with industry standard Digital Audio Workstations including Pro Tools and Logic, 30 rehearsal spaces and extensive specialist teaching space. PARTNERS Many former students are members of successful bands including No Quarter, Dalriata, Ded Rabbit, LaKyoto. WALTER ALDAZ During Walter s time at college he was given the job of co-ordinating the production of videos for up and coming bands for the Scottish Alternative Awards, produced in the college s CRE-8 studios. This became part of his final second year project at college. After graduating he went onto a Management Degree at University of West London, gaining a 2:1. He then gained employment with Sony before moving on to Spilt Milk Management Limited. I am so very grateful that I have been able to lead my own classes with the warm and creative spirit I have taken from my experience in your class. STEWART KELLY FORMER BMUS STUDENT I would strongly recommend that anyone looking for a career in the music industry, including musicians themselves, should do this course. A fully comprehensive course delivered by knowledgeable, industry experienced and supportive tutors in a friendly environment. VAL HND MUSIC BUSINESS STUDENT 2016/17 I ve moved down to London and I m working within music royalties with The Royalty Company. Without you I wouldn t be here doing what I love. SARAH HENDERSON FORMER MUSIC BUSINESS STUDENT
SPOTLIGHT RUAIRIDH SAUNDERS // BA POPULAR MUSIC STUDENT LAURA BROWN Laura graduated from Edinburgh College with a Bachelor of Arts in Performance before successfully building her own music tuition business, LA Vocal Tuition, based in Armadale, West Lothian. Laura, who graduated in 2016, credits the support and enthusiasm of her tutors for giving her the knowledge and drive to develop her dream business and explore her passion for music teaching, as well as strengthening her entrepreneurial skills. From the comfort of her own homebased music studio cabin, Laura is able to teach students on a 1-2-1 basis using skills learned throughout her 4 years at college. LA Vocal Tuition also offers vocal recording sessions and singing birthday parties. Ruairidh came to Edinburgh College to sit his Highers after having had a difficult time at school. He studied here for five years, eventually completing his education with a first class honours degree in Popular. Ruairidh says that the varied opportunities he had at college not just the tuition he had on his instrument but also the chance to perform with a wide variety of musicians were the perfect launching pad for his current career travelling the world as a musician on cruise ships. Ruairidh said Studying at Edinburgh College gave me the confidence and the courage to be ambitious with my musical goals and I am forever grateful to the staff for their knowledge and guidance. I would highly recommend studying music at The Box - it just rocks your socks! LAURA BROWN MUSIC STUDENT 2015/2016
MUSIC & SOUND PRODUCTION COURSE PROGRESSION Schools College Partnership Indirect Progression Direct Progression Articulation to University Level 4 Equivalent to National 4 Level 5 Equivalent to National 5 Level 6 Equivalent to Highers Level 7 Equivalent to Advanced Higher Level 8 Articulation (Aligned uni courses) Business NC Level 5 NC Level 6 Business NPA (SCP) HND Year 1* Business HND Year 1 HND Year 2* Business HND Year 2 Edinburgh College BMus (Hons) Perth College UHI BA (Hons) Aberdeen BMus BA and Community Napier BA Popular BMus Classical Perth College UHI BA Business Creative Sound Engineering Technology NPA (SCP) Technology: Access to Industry National 4 (Aug - Jan) Sound Production NC Level 5 Technology National 5 (Jan start) on NC Level 6 HND Year 1* HND Year 2* Edinburgh College BMus (Hons) Creative Technologies Edinburgh College BMus (Hons) BA Creative Perth CollegeUHI BSC Audio Engineering Glasgow Caledonian BSc Audio Multi Media / Electronics Napier BSc Sound Design Evening & Professional * BMus (Hons) available at Edinburgh College for progressing students. C re a ti ve Sound Engineering Evening Classs Digital Audio Skills Evening Classs ProTools 101/110 16/24 hour accredited course
Using our course guide Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk This course guide gives you an overview of the courses available to study in 2018/19 - MAKING YOUR COURSE CHOICE AS EASY AS POSSIBLE! Courses have clear progression routes onto other college courses, university or employment. Apply online or contact our course information advisors on 0131 660 1010 or courseinfo@edinburghcollege.ac.uk. Use Career Coach to find the right course to get to your perfect career. I: The course is open to applications from international students. Campus G: Granton MD: Midlothian Mode of attendance F: Full time P: Part time MR: Milton Road S: Sighthill E: Evening O: Open Learning SCQF level What level the course is listed as on the Scottish Credit and Qualifications Framework. BMus (Hons) S F 10 Our BMus is a one-year top-up degree open to applicants with an HND from Edinburgh College or elsewhere. Students complete a major project in performance, composition, dissertation or technology, and two further modules in and Sound. Good pass in HND or related subject (A or B in graded unit 2). You must complete a successful interview and audition. HND MR S F 8 A two-year course open to performers, composers and songwriters from all musical backgrounds. Students receive individual tuition and complete units in subjects including ensemble performance, music theory and working in the industry. Pass in Advanced Higher, or passes in two Highers or equivalent and core skills at SCQF Level 5. An ability to perform to approximately Grade 6 level. A knowledge of music theory to approximately Grade 5 level. You must complete a successful interview/ audition where requested. NC Level 6 MR S F 6 A one-year preparation course for Higher Education study in music, open to applicants from all musical backgrounds. All students receive individual tuition and complete various practical and theoretical units. Pass in Higher. Core skills at SCQF Level 5. An ability to perform to approximately Grade 5 level. A basic knowledge of music theory. Successful completion of an interview/ audition where requested. NC Level 5 S F 5 Course Name: As it appears on the website I G F 8 Course Description: Brief outline of the course. Visit our website for more information. Course entry requirements: Entry requirements stated are minimum requirements and may be subject to alteration. Please check the website for full entry requirements. IELTS = The International English Language Testing System An introductory course towards further study in music, open to applicants from a popular music background. Students study performance (solo and in groups), an introduction to the industry, basic music theory, and core skills including literacy and numeracy. Passes in two subjects at SCQF Level 4. An ability to perform to a basic standard. Successful completion of an interview/ audition where requested.
& Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk Business Business HND I MR F 8 NC Level 5 MR F 5 This course allows students to gain specialist knowledge of all major areas of the industry including scouting for new music acts, managing artists careers, the evolving nature of record companies, digital communication, and planning and stage managing gigs. 2 Highers or equivalent. This entry-level course provides an introduction to sound production. You will study MIDI sequencing, studio recording, keyboard skills, appreciation of music, music performance and core skills. Core skills at SCQF Level 4. You should have some experience in using music software. Technology (Access to Industry) National 4 (Aug-Jan) MR F 4 BMus (Hons) Creative Technologies MR F 10 This an introductory course and is intended for those who have little or no background in the subject. You will learn subjects such as music technology, keyboard skills and numeracy. There are no formal entry requirements. Our BMus is a one-year top-up degree open to applicants with an HND from Edinburgh College or elsewhere. Students complete a major project in performance, composition, dissertation or technology, and two further modules in and Sound. Good pass in HND or related subject (A or B in graded unit 2). You must complete a successful interview. HND I MR F 8 This course will help you advance your in-depth knowledge and skills in recording, mixing and the production of sound. You will learn how to route, control, understand and use advanced sound production hardware and software within one of the best resourced colleges in the UK. 2 Highers or equivalent and core skills at SCQF Level 5. You must complete a successful interview and demonstrate your knowledge and previous experience in music production. Required to bring a non-returnable e-portfolio of your previous sound/electronic music production work and experience. NC Level 6 I MR F 6 Technology National 5 (Jan - June) MR F 5 This short full-time entry-level course is suitable for those who have completed the National 4 course, and also those who would like to explore the study of sound production but who have little previous experience. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to work at an appropriate level by having already achieved a pass at A or B in the level below which they are applying for. Full details can be found on the website. Creative Sound Engineering S E 5 The creative sound engineering course is ideal if you are an aspiring sound engineer or sound technician. Working with an actual studio engineer, you will learn the basics of the studio and will produce a band from start to finish. This is a hands-on practical course and you will learn in our state-of-the-art recording studio. There are no formal entry requirements but an interest in music and a basic understanding of using a computer are essential. This course covers recording and production of all popular music genres. You will learn the essentials of sound production, and will study a variety of subjects including Synthesis & Sampling, MIDI Sequencing, Sound Production Techniques and Digital DJing. Two subjects at SCQF Level 5, preferably in, Media or Computing with English and Numeracy at SCQF Level 4.
& Apply now: edinburghcollege.ac.uk Schools College Partnership (SCP) Studio Recording (SCP) MR P 5 This course will allow you to develop skills in recording, from using the correct equipment to editing the final product. You will apply and develop your creative skills, as well as gaining wider skills in a related area. This course is designed for high school pupils as part of the Schools College Partnership. There are no formal entry requirements. Each applicant will be asked to demonstrate an interest in and commitment to the course. Previous experience of music and/or sound production and basic IT/computer skills would be desirable. Students can progress onto a National Certificate programme such as NC. Business NPA (SCP) MR P 6 This course will give you an introduction to different areas of the music business and help you decide if you would like to study and eventually work in this area when you leave school. You will learn about the UK music industry today and how artists are promoted, and will also complete a related project. This course is designed for high school pupils as part of the Schools College Partnership. Applicants should have core skills at SCQF Level 5. Technology NPA (SCP) O P 5 This course will allow you to develop skills in recording, from using the correct equipment to editing the final product. You will apply and develop your creative skills, as well as gaining wider skills in a related area. This course is designed for high school pupils as part of the Schools College Partnership. Please note that this course is only open to pupils from the Forrester High School cluster in the West of Edinburgh. There are no formal entry requirements. Each applicant will be asked to demonstrate an interest in and commitment to the course. Previous experience of music and/or sound production and basic IT/computer skills would be desirable. Students can progress onto a National Certificate programme such as NC.
& Sound Production 2018-2019 For more information please visit: edinburghcollege.ac.uk/courses or call 0131 669 4400 edinburghcollege edinburghcollege #edinburghcoll EdinburghCollege For the future you want Visit our website for details on open days. edinburghcollege.ac.uk/opendays Edinburgh College is a registered charity in Scotland. Charity number SCO21213 For up to date information on our course selection or to speak to an advisor please call 0131 669 4400. Our course portfolio and campus allocation may be subject to alteration.