Popular Music Technology FdSc
University of South Wales
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Coleg Gwent (Cross Keys)

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SEP-25

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2 Years

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Coleg Gwent (Cross Keys)

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Full Time

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Duration

2 Years

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You will learn about all aspects of the music industry from composition to music software application, live recording techniques and live sound management. You will be taught by experienced professionals, undertake real projects and take part in workshops with visiting artists. Modules in the first year include Recording Studio Engineering, Sound Engineering Fundamentals, Computer Based Audio, Composition with Music Technology, Music Production Skills and a Production Project. An important ...Read more

You will learn about all aspects of the music industry from composition to music software application, live recording techniques and live sound management. You will be taught by experienced professionals, undertake real projects and take part in workshops with visiting artists. Modules in the first year include Recording Studio Engineering, Sound Engineering Fundamentals, Computer Based Audio, Composition with Music Technology, Music Production Skills and a Production Project. An important element of the second year is a work based placement, enabling you to gain real experience and make valuable industry contacts.

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56/101
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52nd
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95th
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19 Feb 20

Minor issues but a great step up from my previous place of..Read more

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28 Sep 14

I absolutely loved my three years at University of Glamorgan/South Wales. Cardiff in general is so friendly and welcoming, with so much going on. I went to the Atrium building..Read more

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19 Feb 20
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Minor issues but a great step up from my previous place of...
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28 Sep 14
I absolutely loved my three years at University of Glamorgan/South Wales. Cardiff in general is so friendly and welcoming, with so much going on. I went to the Atrium building...
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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

With more than 23,000 students and 2,700 staff, the University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, and...

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University of South Wales
Coleg Gwent (Cross Keys) Risca Road Cross Keys NP11 7ZA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Crosskeys  0.2 miles away
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