Sound Technology

Partner Details

Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts

Awards

Target Award

Award Description:Bachelor of Arts with Honours - BAH

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Bachelor of Arts - BA

Award Learning Outcomes:Demonstrate a broad and comparative knowledge of the general scope of the subject, its different areas and applications, and its interactions with related subjects. A detailed knowledge of a defined subject or a more limited coverage of a specialist area balanced by a wider range of study. In each case, specialised study will be informed by current developments in the subject. Demonstrate a critical understanding of the essential theories, principles and concepts of the subject(s) and of the ways in which these are developed through the main methods of enquiry in the subject.

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Certificate of Higher Education - CHE

Award Learning Outcomes:1. Demonstrate basic competency in the operation of a range of Sound Technology equipment and systems, with predominantly analogue signal paths 2. Demonstrate a basic understanding of the scientific and physical principles underpinning relevant technologies 3. Apply basic skills in written and oral communication, teamwork and problem solving 4. Apply basic mathematics to support the application of audio engineering principles 5. Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses as a learner and develop action plans to address these 6. Produce practical work within a range of production areas to a specific brief and with guidance 7. Manage and apply safe systems of work

Alternative Exit

Award Description:Diploma of Higher Education - DHE

Award Learning Outcomes:1. Demonstrate high level skills in the operation of range of Sound Technology equipment and systems with both digital and analogue signal paths 2. Demonstrate a developing understanding of the scientific and physical principles underpinning relevant technologies 3. Apply mathematics to support the application of audio engineering principles including digital signal processing 4. Demonstrate high level skills in written and oral communication, teamwork and problem-solving 5. Identify professional and vocational pathways into employment in the audio or related industries 6. Display a clear grasp of the professional standards and values associated with audio production 7. Demonstrate increasing competency in a widening spectrum of audio production disciplines and techniques 8. Demonstrate increasing competency in scheduling, time management and administration of practical projects 9. Evaluate their strengths and weaknesses as a practitioner and develop action plans to address these 10. Demonstrate high level skills in creating and developing projects, working both individually and as part of a team 11. Be increasingly independent and reflective in their learning and to take more responsibility for their study choices

Accreditation

Joint Audio Media Education Services (JAMES)

Programme Offerings

Full-Time

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

Core knowledge and understanding is taught through lectures, practical workshop activities in relevant technical / production environments, small group seminars and individual tutorials. These methods are employed across all three levels, with a heavier reliance on tutorials at Level 6 to support students’ progression as independent learners.
Assessment is conducted through assignment and examination. Assignments include artefacts (completed audio / video recordings), portfolios, presentations, practical tasks (such as studio or live event operations) and oral/written reports.
Visits by industry and current practitioners are embedded in delivery to ensure currency and to strengthen links between theory, practice, and vocational skills.

Opportunities for work related learning

Industry standard facilities, hardware and software are used throughout the programme, and practical assessment briefs positioned against industry standards and processes wherever possible in order to replicate ‘real world’ situations. Students are also given access to a broad range of opportunities to undertake voluntary, extra-curricular work in the industry throughout the programme.

Programme Structure

Programme Structure Description

All modules at Level 4 are core, with no options.At Level 5, 45 credits are core. In addition, students choose 2 x 30 credit and 1 x 15 credit options from those listed. All option combinations are available for the 30 credit and 15 credit choices.At Level 6, 75 credits … For more content click the Read More button below. 6600STE – must have taken 5600STE at Level 56602STE – must have taken 5602STE at Level 56603STE – must have taken 5603STE at Level 56605STE – must have taken 5603STE at Level 5

All modules at Level 4 are core, with no options.

At Level 5, 45 credits are core. In addition, students choose 2 x 30 credit and 1 x 15 credit options from those listed. All option combinations are available for the 30 credit and 15 credit choices.

At Level 6, 75 credits are core. Students choose 1 x 30 credit option module and 1 x 15 credit option module from those listed. There are no pre-requisites for the 15-credit choice, but the 30-credit choice has pre-requisites based on Level 5 option modules as follows:

6600STE – must have taken 5600STE at Level 5
6602STE – must have taken 5602STE at Level 5
6603STE – must have taken 5603STE at Level 5
6605STE – must have taken 5603STE at Level 5

Structure

Level 4

Level 5

Level 5 Core

Level 5 Optional

Level 6

Level 6 Core

Level 6 Optional

Approved variance from Academic Framework Regulations

Modules 6604STE, 6606STE, 6607STE and 6608STE will have their results considered at a mid-year Board of Examiners, and any referrals or deferrals set to be completed in Semester 2 of the same academic session for consideration at the summer Board of Examiners. This programme has an approved Variance to UG … For more content click the Read More button below. In this programme modules may comprise of 15, 30, 45 and 60 credit modules.

This programme has an approved Variance to UG A3.2 which states: ‘Modules comprise 10 or 20 credits except for a research project/dissertation module at Level 6 which may comprise 30 or 40 credits. At Level 7 in integrated Master’s programmes the research project/dissertation module will comprise 40, 50 or 60 credits.’

In this programme modules may comprise of 15, 30, 45 and 60 credit modules.

Entry Requirements

A levels

Alternative qualifications considered

Equal Opportunity

LIPA is an equal opportunities organisation and aims to successfully recruit students from a wide range of different socio-economic and personal backgrounds. To ensure we provide effective equality of opportunity within the application process we carefully consider each application individually and acknowledge differences that can exist between applicants’ experiences from diverse backgrounds. We regularly update our approaches to take into account changing understanding of communities and cultures and we monitor applicant/student characteristics such as age, gender and ethnicity.

Recognition of Prior (Experiential) Learning [RP(E)L] and Credit Transfers

If you can demonstrate that you have already achieved learning equivalent to a module or modules, or a level of study, in the programme then you may be eligible to be awarded credit for this learning or to have credit transferred from another UK institution. You will be required to complete an application to have your qualifications or experience approved by the Head of Discipline and the university. This requires the presentation of appropriate evidence and we will map the evidence against the programme outcomes to be certain of equivalence. If approved credit will be awarded and you will proceed on to the appropriate level of the course to complete the remaining credit for the award.

BTECs

Extended Diploma (i.e. Distinction, Merit, Merit profile). BTEC Diploma (i.e. Distinction*, Distinction). Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications such as an A Level, in which case total needs to be 112 (2017 UCAS tariff points) or 280 (2016 UCAS tariff points) across both qualifications. 90 Credit Diploma but needs to be combined with other qualifications such as an A Level, in which case total needs to be 112 (2017 UCAS tariff points) or 280 (2016 UCAS tariff points).

GCSEs and equivalents

International Baccalaureate

Interview required

Audition or Interview

Candidates are invited to audition/interview on the basis of completing the LIPA and/or UCAS application form. We look for evidence of the key attributes and an ability to achieve the qualifications standard. In exceptional cases people may be invited to audition/interview who have not met or are not on course to meet the qualifications standard. In these cases there must be substantial potential demonstrated against the other attributes. The audition or interview allows us to evaluate you as a practitioner in your area of interest. Offers of a place will follow where you demonstrate high ability and the potential to succeed. At the interview for this course, candidates take part in a group interview during which they present elements of their portfolio. They also undertake a written test.

Other international requirements

We are committed to accepting students on to this course who have the potential to succeed as practitioners and who will gain sustained work in the performing arts and entertainment industries. With this in mind we wish to identify through applications and interview or audition key attributes and achievements. The key attributes that we seek to identify are:

Knowledge, ability and experience of sound technology
Commitment to the performing arts
Ability to work effectively with others
Broad interest and engagement
Self-awareness
Spirit of enterprise

Other international requirements

Welsh awards

HECoS Code(s)

(CAH10-03) materials and technology

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