There are two mandatory units, which cover the following aspects of sound engineering: • Music and Sound for Media – Learners will explore the production of the music, sound and effects that are used for media products such as games, films and apps. • Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) production – Pupils will develop an understanding of how a digital audio workstation can be used creatively to produce music, manipulate audio and mix music. Pupils will also study three “optional” units. • Creative Synthesis and Sampling - Learners will explore the creative functions of synthesisers and samplers in making music and sound design. • Mixing and Mastering Techniques - This unit aims to give learners the skills to mix and master a digital audio workstation (DAW) project to a professional standard. • Commercial Music Production - Learners will explore the audio production techniques and ear-catching songwriting styles associated with commercial music.
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
There are three main forms of assessment: external, internal and synoptic. Externally-assessed units: • Examinations – all pupils take the same assessment at the same time, normally with a written outcome • Set tasks – pupils take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through completion of a vocational task. Internally-assessed units: • Write up the findings of their own research • Use case studies to explore complex or unfamiliar situations
About Education Provider
| Region | East of England |
| Local Authority | Norfolk |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | £43,800 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Day £30,570 |
| Address | Cromer Road, Holt, NR25 6EA |
There are two mandatory units, which cover the following aspects of sound engineering: • Music and Sound for Media – Learners will explore the production of the music, sound and effects that are used for media products such as games, films and apps. • Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) production – Pupils will develop an understanding of how a digital audio workstation can be used creatively to produce music, manipulate audio and mix music. Pupils will also study three “optional” units. • Creative Synthesis and Sampling - Learners will explore the creative functions of synthesisers and samplers in making music and sound design. • Mixing and Mastering Techniques - This unit aims to give learners the skills to mix and master a digital audio workstation (DAW) project to a professional standard. • Commercial Music Production - Learners will explore the audio production techniques and ear-catching songwriting styles associated with commercial music.
There are no specific entry requirements for this course.
There are three main forms of assessment: external, internal and synoptic. Externally-assessed units: • Examinations – all pupils take the same assessment at the same time, normally with a written outcome • Set tasks – pupils take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through completion of a vocational task. Internally-assessed units: • Write up the findings of their own research • Use case studies to explore complex or unfamiliar situations