Diploma in Music and Sound Production
About This Course
This innovative Diploma in Music and Sound Production is designed for aspiring audio professionals, musicians, and content creators who want to elevate their skills and make their mark in the dynamic fields of music, media, and live entertainment with three key objectives: facilitating a career switch into the ever-evolving media profession, enhancing their content audio/music production skillset to remain relevant and prepared for the future, and deepening their skill set for career progression. Ideal prospects for this Part-time Diploma in Music and Sound Production include ITE graduates, current professionals such as entertainment production crew, domain specialists, musicians, audio and video engineers, and individuals seeking a mid-career switch to the media domain.
What You'll Learn
1. Music Creation and Production: Master the art of composing, arranging, and producing music across various genres using professional Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools and Ableton Live.
2. Sound Design and Audio Post-Production: Develop expertise in creating immersive soundscapes for film, television, games, and multimedia projects.
3. Live Sound Engineering: Learn to manage audio for concerts, events, and broadcasts, including setup, mixing, and troubleshooting in real-world scenarios.
4. Podcast and Content Production: Acquire skills to produce high-quality audio content for podcasts, social media, and online platforms.
5. Generative AI in Audio: Explore cutting-edge AI tools and techniques to enhance your creative workflow and stay ahead of industry trends.
6. Music Business and Entrepreneurship: Gain insights into the music industry, copyright laws, and strategies for building a successful career in the gig economy.
This program features a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, with projects designed to build students’ portfolios and showcase their talents. Students will also benefit from industry collaborations, guest lectures, and networking opportunities that connect them with professionals in the field. Whether students are looking to launch a career in audio production, enhance their existing skills, or pivot into a new and exciting industry, the Part-time Diploma in Music and Sound Production equips students with the versatile skillset needed to thrive in today's music and media landscape.
Entry Requirements
- 3 GCE ‘O’ level with English language (grade 1-7), Mathematics (grade 1-6) and 1 relevant subject (grade 1-6) and 3 years of relevant working experience
- NITEC/ NITEC in Technology/ Services (GPA 3.5 and above) and and 2 years of relevant working experience
-Higher NITEC/ Higher NITEC in Technology/ Services and 1 year of relevant working experience
-Relevant WSQ Diploma + Workplace Literacy & Numeracy (WPLN) Level 6 and and 3 years of relevant working experience
- For applicants who do not meet the MER, the polytechnics will consider discretionary entry based on the structured process for discretionary entry to CET diploma programmes