Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Foundation Degree Science - FDSC

Level 5 Core

Level 4 Core

Level 4

Structure

The Department actively supports the University Equal Opportunities policy and strategy in its underlying philosophy to value and respect individuals, and its commitment to maximize the potential of each student. The School is committed to complying with legislation, in particular the Race Relations Amendment Act 2000 and the Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001. Applications from students with disabilities are positively welcomed. Applications are considered on the basis of academic criteria alone. Students are invited to contact the Equal Opportunities Unit for an information pack detailing the facilities, support available and physical access to the main University buildings. Students may also visit the University to discuss support strategies with the University Disability Welfare Advisor. English Language Requirements All applicants must provide evidence of competence in English. The level of English language required should be equivalent to 6.0 for IELTS within the previous 24 months. Equivalents to this score are: 1. UK GCSE English grade C or above 2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 or above. 3. Cambridge Examination Board: Advanced Certificate of English, grade C or above. Applicants who have studied and successfully achieved a UK Degree within the previous 24 months are exempt from the requirements to produce evidence of competence in English.

The Department actively supports the University Equal Opportunities policy and strategy in its underlying philosophy to value and respect individuals, and its commitment to maximize the potential of each student. The School is committed to complying with legislation, in particular the Race Relations Amendment Act 2000 and the Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001. Applications from students with disabilities are positively welcomed. Applications are considered on the basis of academic criteria alone. Students are invited to contact the Equal Opportunities Unit for an information pack detailing the facilities, support available and physical access to the main University buildings. Students may also visit the University to discuss support strategies with the University Disability Welfare Advisor. English Language Requirements All applicants must provide evidence of competence in English. The level of English language required should be equivalent to 6.0 for IELTS within the previous 24 months. Equivalents to this score are: 1. UK GCSE English grade C or above 2. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 or above. 3. Cambridge Examination Board: Advanced Certificate of English, grade C or above. Applicants who have studied and successfully achieved a UK Degree within the previous 24 months are exempt from the requirements to produce evidence of competence in English. Offerings: All

GCSE Maths and English Language at C grade / grade 4 or above. Plus an interview or presentation of portfolio may be required

GCSE Maths and English Language at C grade / grade 4 or above. Plus an interview or presentation of portfolio may be required Offerings: All

Typical total 88 UCAS tariff points. Offerings: All

Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: MMM if studied on its own or to the total of 88 UCAS points when combined with other qualifications

Extended Diploma subjects / grades required: MMM if studied on its own or to the total of 88 UCAS points when combined with other qualifications Offerings: All

Make effective use of a wide range of software packages for communication editing and presentation delivery.

Integrate and evaluate information and data from a variety of sources.

Identify problems, generate and select solutions, and plan implementation of improvements in a management and technical context.

Design and create professional audio and allied media productions based on industry standard packages and processes.

Make effective use of a range of research techniques, methodologies, technologies and information sources.

Apply problem-solving techniques to technical, operational, business and management issues

Deploy management of technological systems including associated people and organisational management; societal and legal aspects.

Critically evaluate own and others audio and media presentations, with reference to relevant technology, theory and practice.

Understand the importance of the commissioning and funding structures of the creative industries and demonstrate a capacity to work within the constraints imposed by them

Demonstrate the development of creative solutions based on appropriate research strategies

Develop a rigorous approach to the nature, application and operations of audio and allied media production, and its associated technology

Work effectively in a team and independently to deliver objectives on time.

Determine the requirements to create and organise an audio or media production and evaluate possible solutions and technical options.

Manage media related projects with respect to time and resources.

Communicate effectively orally and in writing for a variety of purposes.

Plan, conduct and report on an individual project to make an audio and/or media production showcasing mastery of a variety of technically complex operations.

Appreciate issues and theory within the audio and music environment, including associated electronics

Course Catalogue

Sound Engineering and Music Production - 36404 - FDSc