Expand+This course provides learners with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the professional music industry. The students will gain knowledge of music theory and its practical application to musical styles and genres. Students explore the stru...

Hide-This course provides learners with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in the professional music industry. The students will gain knowledge of music theory and its practical application to musical styles and genres. Students explore the structure of the music industry in addition to gaining practical skills in recording and producing music in a modern production environment. Students also learn how to plan and organise events as part of the course

How The Course Is Taught
Throughout the year, students work on assigned projects proving their competence in a number of practical skill demonstrations. Throughout the year there is class room support for theoretical aspects of the programme. At the end of the year, written examinations are completed in certain subjects.

Expand+Admissions Procedures 2017

1.Closing date for first round of applications is Tuesday May 2nd at 2:00pm.
2.Interviews will take place from May 29th.
3.Offers of places will issue week commencing June 26th
4.Second Round applications open June 6t...

Hide-Admissions Procedures 2017

1.Closing date for first round of applications is Tuesday May 2nd at 2:00pm.
2.Interviews will take place from May 29th.
3.Offers of places will issue week commencing June 26th
4.Second Round applications open June 6th 2017.
5.Interviews will take place from August 29th subject to availability of places.
6.€250 Registration Fee applies to all students
7.€200 PLC Student Contribution Fee applies and must be paid at time of enrolment, except in the following instances: Medical Card Holders - Valid at time of enrolment and in students\\'own name, Grant Approvals Letter, Evidence of Back to Education Allowance, those in receipt of Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme.

Expand+Progression To Higher Education
•Successful completion of this Level 5 Award may lead to entry into the Level 6 Course in Media Production at GTI. Additionally, students who successfully complete this course may entry to Third Level Institutes and C...

Hide-Progression To Higher Education
•Successful completion of this Level 5 Award may lead to entry into the Level 6 Course in Media Production at GTI. Additionally, students who successfully complete this course may entry to Third Level Institutes and Colleges through the FETAC Higher Education Links Schemes.

FOR EXAMPLE: Successful students may be considered for entry to the following courses:

Progression To Higher Education

•Music Technology and Production - NUI Maynooth
•Music - NUI Maynooth [Specific entry requirements may apply]
•Music Technology & Production - LIT
•Music Technology - Tralee IT
•Business Studies & Arts Management - Dun Laoghaire
•Performing Arts - Sligo IT
•Multi-Media - DCU
•Drama - DIT
•Technology (Video & Sound) - LIT
•Music & Instrument Technology - Athlone IT [Specific entry requirements may apply]

The most up-to-date information on Higher Education Links is located at www.cao.ie

Career Opportunities
Graduates of this programme may find employment in the Music and related Media Industries as Musicians, Sound Engineers, Music Producers, Managers, Agents, Promoters and many other professions.

Students have the option to achieve ABRSM ( Associated Board Royal Society of Music) qualifications ( Grades 1-5 ) depending on prior experience.