Creative Industries: Music or Dj'ing with Sound Production SCQF 6 (Fort William) NC

What is special about this course?

If you are passionate about music in any of the three disciplines offered – performing, DJing and sound production or composing - and want to work in a challenging yet exhilarating industry, this course will set you on the right path.

You will work to prepare performances, record your own music and play gigs while working on theory and contextual study in class. you will need to be driven and enthusiastic to achieve the qualification.

With tutors currently working in the music industry, you will have direct access to real industry knowledge and experience about current trends while building a solid skill set for an exciting future. 

During your course, we introduce you to using a range of digital technologies, which will help you get the most from your course and at the same time develop your digital skills.  Find out more about key computing skills and essential student skills. 

Entry requirements

You should have at least 3 National 4 qualifications including Music at SCQF level 4 or equivalent practical experience. If you don’t meet our entry requirements, your previous experience may still qualify you for this course. Mature students will be considered on merit.

We’ll be inviting you by email to attend course information sessions between now and the start of your course. We’d urge you to come along if at all possible.

You will work towards units at SCQF Level 6:

  • Digital DJing - an introduction
  • OR Solo Performance
  • OR Composition.

And will study a selection of the following:

  • Live performance
  • Music Literacy
  • Appreciation of music
  • Making a radio programme
  • Sound engineering and Production
  • Creative project

More than just your subject

Imagine coming out of college with your subject qualification PLUS a portfolio of skills endorsed by employers. That’s exactly what you will get with us. Our skills+ portfolio is part of your full-time course. You will develop skills in digital literacy, entrepreneurship, metaskills, work-readiness, net-zero, wellbeing, and the skills you need for your future aspirations. Our skills+ portfolio becomes your portfolio to take away with you. Whilst studying your subject you will build your skills+ portfolio and gain confidence and resilience along the way.

Equipment

Students should have their own instruments, cables and leads.

Internet connection and a suitable device with headphones, microphone and camera (minimum spec) is required. Please email us if you have any concerns about connectivity or equipment.
 

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time

You normally need to commit to 18 hours per week (2-3 days) of blended learning time consisting of timetabled learning and personal study.

For the practical elements of your course, some of your timetabled learning will probably take place in the Music Studio in Fort William.

 

How long will my course last?

34 Weeks

Where can I study my course?

    • Fort William
    • Fort William

Start date

August/September 2023

Fees

Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.

Funding

Students may also qualify for bursary funding.

What can I do on completion of my course?

With NC Creative Industries: Music under your belt, you will be able to pursue a variety of opportunities in the music industry, or further your studies with HNC Music or Sound Production, either within UHI or further afield or BA (Hons) Applied Music.

Is there more information available online?

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I have really enjoyed this year and I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who loves music. I have gained confidence in my musical ability due to how supportive and encouraging the lecturers are. Everyone in the course was really friendly and had a likeminded love for music. I’ve enjoyed the opportunity to be a part of a team to create an album from concept, to marketing, to production. I have also enjoyed being able to record music with others and experiment in different genres I usually wouldn’t play. 

I hope to carry on to HNC music. I aim to pursue a career in music and this course is a great foundation to show me the many different aspects of the performing arts and the different paths I can take to achieve my career plan and further explore my love for music by joining a band and writing original material at some point in the future. 

Ben Alderton

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