Bachelor of Music Production

Summary

Welcome to the world of music production! If you want to make beats for commercial release or take your music to the stage, this programme will help you develop the skills to chase your goals.

Over the course, you’ll be given hands-on experience using the latest tools and equipment, under the guidance of industry experts who will help you write and produce professional-quality compositions. You’ll learn about producing with music software, beat building techniques, synthesizers, samplers and drum machines.

AIM

Our expert lecturers will ensure you stay on track by providing face-to-face guidance throughout your entire course as you work to deliver real-world projects in a state-of-the-art, studio-based environment. Once complete, you’ll have just what you need to mix it with the best.

QUALIFICATION

This is an NZQA accredited programme of study that leads to the Level 7 Bachelor's Degree in Music Production.

SKILLS AND OUTCOMES

• Analyse and generate solutions to unfamiliar and complex problems and issues related to key stages of music production
• Apply an advanced level of generic skills in a range of production activities
• Understanding the key production roles, processes and activities, and the ability to apply this understanding effectively to a range of creative and technical situations
• Use a range of production equipment, techniques and technology to achieve complex and challenging creative goals
• Plan and execute complex tasks either as an individual or part of a team
• A capacity for critical, conceptual and reflective thinking, creativity and originality
• Research skills and critical thinking towards specific problems and issues

CAREER OPTIONS IN THE MUSIC AND AUDIO INDUSTRIES

• Recording engineer
• Mixing engineer
• Mastering engineer
• Music producer
• Beat maker
• Live performance
• DJ
• Post-production engineer
• Location recorder
• Control room designer
• Sound designer
• Foley recorder (SFX)
• Foley post sync dialogue engineer
• Technician
• Front of house sound
• Monitor engineer
• Studio manager
• System installation
• System designer
• Technician
• Hire manager
• Station manager
• Programme director
• Radio presenter