Sound Production SCQF 6 (Alness) NC

Calendar iconStudy mode: You study most days of the week and complete all course units /modules in the standard time., You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.

Mortar board iconCourse type: NC

Campus iconStudy at: Alness

Pen iconStart in: September

Computer and book iconLearning mode: You attend classes in person at your local campus or learning centre.

Clock iconDuration: Full-time: 1 academic year, Part-time: longer

Book and tick iconHow: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.

What is special about this course?

The NC in sound production provides candidates with the core skills and knowledge in sound production, music business and performance.  Students are introduced to a range of practical and theory based units. Students will gain experience in live PA, recording, mixing and working with Digital Audio Workstations as well as many other aspects of the industry.

Entry requirements

  • Three National 5 qualifications 
  • All applicants will be interviewed

  • Sound engineering and production
  • Digital media
  • Audio editing
  • Sound reinforcement
  • Applied multimedia
  • Creative project
  • Music MIDI sequencing
  • You will also develop core skills in IT and communications

 

How will I study my course?

  • Full Time
  • Part Time

How long will my course last?

1 Academic Year

One year full time, longer part time

    • Alness

Start date

September

Fees

Find out more about fees, fee waivers and funding options.

Funding

Students may also be eligible to apply for bursary funding.

What can I do on completion of my course?

  • Successful students can progress onto the HNC Sound Production course which is available at our Alness campus
  • Enhanced career prospects within the creative industries

Apply for Sound Production SCQF 6 (Alness) NC

I want to start in 2026/27

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