FdA Music & Audio Technology

dBs Institute

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Gain a broad perspective of the sound industry and develop modern skills across a wide range of music and audio technology areas on this diverse but thorough course.This exciting Foundation Degree not only spans areas such as traditional music production and contemporary electronic music creation but also delves into sound design, live performance and music & sound for media. As a result, it promises to open you up to a range of job opportunities in the audio sector, whilst also providing the ...Read More

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Full time | dBs Institute (Manchester) | 2 Years | SEP-23

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SEP-23
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2 Years

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UCAS Points: 64-72 points from: A-levels; Level 3 Diplomas or an equivalent qualification. If applying from outside the UK please contact us to find out if we can accept your qualifications. UK applicants must have GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above, or an equivalent qualification such as Functional Skills Level 2.

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£9,250 per year
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£7,500 per year
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dBs Institute is one of the UK’s leading specialists in music technology and games development degrees. This cutting-edge education hub is an environment where musicians, sound engineers, producers, programmers, and digital creatives are given the practical means to challenge industry conventions and break new creative boundaries. Located across campuses in desirable locations such as Manchester, Bristol and Plymouth, dBs is an innovative educational pioneer that specialises in both hands-on and research-driven approaches to sound and digital technology career pathways. At dBs Institute, the student experience is tailored to suit the complex needs of young creative professionals by tutors with years of expertise in the ever-shifting worlds of music technology and games development.

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dBs Institute

Basement Level, New Century 34 Hanover Street Manchester M4 4AH United Kingdom Nearest train station: Victoria   0.1 miles away

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