Partner Details
Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts
Awards
Target Award
Award Description:Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit
Alternative Exit
Accreditation
Joint Audio Media Education Services (JAMES)
Programme Offerings
Full-Time
F2F-LPA-SEP
F2F-LPA-SEP
Educational Aims of the Course
The programme aims to provide a comprehensive and challenging programme of study for learners - intellectually, technically, artistically and vocationally. Specifically, it will develop: -detailed operational and technical skills in a broad range of applications of Sound Technology -an understanding of, and ability to apply in a theoretical and practical sense, the underlying theories of acoustics, physical principles, design and manufacture as appropriate to sound recording and production -an understanding of, and ability to apply appropriately, the creative and artistic considerations inherent in a sympathetic and appropriate use of technology -the capacity to analyse and articulate processes, products and the relationship between the two within the Sound Technology industry -interpersonal skills, team working methodologies and an understanding of Sound Technology within the wider framework of the entertainment industries -knowledge and skills that enable students to achieve sustained employment in the audio and wider entertainment industries
Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Outcomes 1 – 3 are promoted through a combination of lectures, small group teaching and workshops at Levels 4, 5 and 6. Outcome 4 is promoted through a variety of production work undertaken during all three years. Outcome 5 is formally taught through collaborative projects during Levels 4 and 6, but is inherent in production work during all three years of study. In all 3 years students are exposed to real world issues by means of a regular series of inputs from visiting practitioners and manufacturers from the Sound Technology industry. Throughout, the learner is encouraged to undertake independent reading to both supplement and consolidate what is being taught/learnt and to broaden their individual knowledge and understanding of the subject. Assessment is through a combination of unseen written examinations, essays, oral examinations, presentations and practical project work. Intellectual skills are developed throughout the programme. Each module, whatever the format of the teaching, involves discussion of key issues, practice in applying concepts both theoretically and practically, analysis and interpretation of material, and individual feedback sessions for learners on work produced. Practical work in all modules requires the development of skills associated with outcomes 7-10, and these are also formally taught through lecture and workshop sessions in some modules. All learners receive initial guidance on how to identify, locate and use material available in libraries and elsewhere. Comprehensive bibliographies are provided for each module at the outset, as are guidelines for the production of coursework essays, extended essays and dissertations. Classes and tutorials are given on research design, data collection and analysis techniques (outcomes 6 and 9). These skills are developed to the highest level through the Final Portfolio and Research Project modules at Level 6. Some modules feature an element of evaluative, analytical or contextual work in the form of written work or presentations, and regular feedback on this is given to the learner to develop not only their understanding but also their powers of expression. Outcomes 6-10 are also assessed through practical project work and seminar presentations. Skills associated with outcomes 11-14 are taught through a combination of lectures, practical workshops and student / staff led seminars at all three levels of study. Outcomes 13 and 14 are developed particularly at Level 6 during the Final Portfolio, which gives learners the opportunity to put these skills to use while working with external industry clients. Outcomes 11-14 are assessed through practical production work, practical examinations and presentations. Written work submitted alongside practical work (for example system designs / drawings and rationale) is also used to assess outcome 13. Transferable skills are developed through taught sessions, group work, tutorials, practical workshops and independent study Assessment of transferable skills is through coursework at all levels. A variety of assessment vehicles are employed over the three years of study to allow students to develop a range of transferable skills, including presentation (oral and written),communication, collaboration, evaluation and learning independently. Outcomes 18 and 19 are specifically assessed in the Professional Development strand of modules.
Programme Structure
Programme Structure Description
The programme is divided into study units called modules. A 10 credit module typically comprises 100 hours of learning activity comprising student contact (lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials and performance project supervision),course work preparation and private study. All students take modules to the value of 120 credits each year/credit level. The … For more content click the Read More button below.
Structure
Level 4
Level 5
Level 6
Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations
Variance to run year long modules at level 4, 5 and 6 with possible in-year referrals for the following modules: 6539STE Studio Design 6537STE Broadcast Audio 6533STE Advanced Post Production 6538STE Desktop Audio 3
Entry Requirements
A levels
Alternative qualifications considered
BTECs
International Baccalaureate
Other international requirements
HECoS Code(s)
(CAH10-03) materials and technology