Music Technology GCE AS Level at Sheffield College

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Course details

How long is the course?
1 year

Attendance pattern
Full time

Course qualification
GCE AS Level in Music Technology

Awarding body

When does the course begin?
This course last started in Sep-08

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Course info
You will complete 3 areas of study. These are 'Music from the Western Classical Tradition', 'The Development of Music Technology' and then you have a choice of either 'Music for the Moving Image' or 'Words and Music'. Through these areas of study you will learn how to:* Produce performances using sequencing software in a range of musical styles* Develop the skills required to make high quality recordings of musical performances* Learn how to compose and arrange using technology* Develop your knowledge of the principles and development of music technology* Learn how to control and interpret data Unit 1: Part (a) Practical Work * Sequencing or recording* Arranging and improvising using technologyUnit 1: Part (b) Written Work * Listening and Analysing.

How much will it cost?
Unavailable

Assessment method
Practical and written work.

Entry Requirements
Normal entry requirements to A Level programmes are: To do 3 AS Levels 5 GCSEs of Grade C or above, including English Language or Maths. To do 4 AS Levels 6 GCSEs at Grade C or above, including English Language or Maths with a Grade B average. Additional Entry requirements: Keyboard skills an advantage. You must have the ability to read music (grade 3 theory)

Where is the course held? (view on a map)
Norton College
Sheffield College
Dyche Lane
Sheffield
South Yorkshire
S8 8BR

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