Course Overview
The purpose of Higher National Diploma (Production) is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the music industry and adapt to a constantly changing world.
The course is aimed at students wanting to continue their education through applied learning. In addition to the knowledge, understanding and skills that underpin the study of the music industry, the course gives students experience of the breadth and depth of the sector that will prepare them for further study or training.
What You Will Study
Mandatory Units:
- Creative Research Project
- Advanced Music Production
Specialist Units:
- Composing to a Brief
- Mixing and Mastering
- Advanced Sound Design for Interactive Media
- Advanced Composing Using Technology
- Experimental Composition
- Attendance Expectations
3 days per week.
- How You Will Be Assessed
You will be assessed via centre-devised and Pearson-set assignments throughout the course.
Assessment methods are assignment based and may include practical projects including presentations, group activities, written reports, or research projects.
- Entry Requirements
Minimum 64 UCAS tariff points from A Levels or a Level 3 Diploma in a related subject.
Those with previous experience or learning that is relevant may be eligible via our APL process for accreditation towards this course.
All applicants must complete a satisfactory interview.
- Fee Information
£7,400
- Further Study
This course is recognised as a qualification in its own right or can be combined with a top-up degree such as our BA (Hons) Creative Industries (Top-Up) course to obtain a full honours degree.
