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Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production
3 Years Full TimeAcquire the knowledge, skills & ethics required for a successful career in the professional sound industry - From Music Production, Sound for Film & TV as well as Live Sound.
Become a:
- Studio Sound Engineer
- Mix Engineer
- Mastering Engineer
- Music Producer
- Live Sound Engineer
- Studio Assistant...
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Higher Certificate in Sound Production
1 Year, Full TimeThis qualification provides students with the practical skills necessary to work in the music and film industries. Students learn the technical and creative aspects of the recording process by working on complex projects in various high-end studio environments.
Become a:
- Studio Sound Engineer
- Mix Engineer
- Mastering Engineer
- Live Sound Engineer
- Audio Post Production Engineer
- Studio Assistant...
Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production
COURSE OVERVIEW
Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production curriculum addresses the art, science and technology of sound production across a wide range of applications; from music recording, to sound production for film, television and live concert sound. Each sub-discipline of sound production is covered in detail, in order to ensure that all graduates have the theoretical and practical skills required to be able to work in the global entertainment and music space. In addition to the essential skills and knowledge required from a sound engineer/producer, students are continuously exposed to the pertinent values, attitudes and qualities expected from an industry professional. Graduates will be able to function effectively and make a meaningful contribution to the sound industry and society, using this qualification.
QUALIFICATION
Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production
SAQA ID: 90673; Duration 3 years; NQF Level 7;
- Cape Town
- Johannesburg
YOU WILL LEARN
- Analogue & Digital: theories & workflows
- Multi-track recording
- Microphone theory and techniques
- Signal processing and effects
- Mixing & Mastering techniques
- Signal flow
- Electronic music production
- Music styles, history & music theory
- Acoustics
- Music production techniques
- Live Sound reinforcement
- Business, legal and marketing studies
- Sound for film and TV
CAREER OPTIONS
- Studio Sound Engineer
- Mix Engineer
- Live Sound Engineer
- Studio Assistant
- Production Assistant
- Audio Post Production Engineer
- Composer
- Mastering Engineer
- Music and Dialogue Editor
- Location Recordist
SEMESTER 1 - YEAR 1 | |||
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Principles of Sound | Introduction to Audio Technology | Applied Music Theory | Signal Processing 1 |
Academic Literacy | Electronic Music Production 1 | ||
SEMESTER 2 - YEAR 1 | |||
Music Styles 1 | Signal Processing 2 | Electronic Music Production 2 | Digital Audio Production |
Media Literacy & Critical Thinking | |||
SEMESTER 3 - YEAR 2 | |||
Acoustics | Studio Production 1 | Live Sound Production 1 | Audio Post Production 1 |
Branding & Social Media | |||
SEMESTER 4 - YEAR 2 | |||
Role of Producers | Studio Production 2 | Research Methodologies | Audio Mastering |
Audio Post Production 2 | Business and Legal Studies | ||
SEMESTER 5 - YEAR 3 | |||
Creative Project 1 | *Studio Production 3 | *Live Sound Production 2 | *Electronic Music Production 3 |
*Audio Post Production 3 | |||
SEMESTER 6 - YEAR 3 | |||
Creative Project 2 | |||
*Students will elect to enroll in two of the advanced modules under the advisement of the Head of Department.
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DURATION(S):
3 Years Full Time
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COURSE TYPE:
Bachelor
Entry requirements
- Basic Entry Requirements
- A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent academic learning of an NQF 4 qualification or higher, with university exemption/endorsement.
- Computer literacy.
- Adequate hearing abilities & adequately sighted.
- English Language Proficiency
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Successful applicants for all courses must be proficient in written and spoken English.
In case of TOEFL or IELTS testing, students must score:
- 6.0 on IELTS
- 550 on TOEFL (paper-based)
- 213 on TOEFL (computer-based)
- 79 (Internet based)
If an applicant is a native English speaker or has studied in the medium of English on a secondary or post-secondary level, then the English language test requirement may be waived.
- Additional Entry Requirements
There may be additional entry requirements pertinent to your field of study, these will be communicated to you upon application.
Fees and Payments
Fees: View our current Fee Schedule for information on our course fees.