Music - Music Performance
The aim of this one year full time course is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision as a practitioner in the music industry and or to progress to further and or higher education and training. The programme focuses on music technology and radio production.
| Award Name | Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Major |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Certificate (Level 5 NFQ) | Major | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Duration
36 weeks full-time.
Entry Requirements
Education: NFQ Level 4 or equivalent when accessing a Level 5 programme. CERFL proficiency at B2 for access to Level 5 courses for those whose first language is not English Mature learner entry requirements available via the local ETB pathway Additional requirements may apply to non-EU/EEA Applicants and may be subject to full international fees (Please refer to Information for International Learners) *Each provider may have additional requirements, not outlined above.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Careers / Further progression
Employability Statement
The successful completion of the QQI Level 5 award in Music will enable applicants to work independently and under supervision as a practitioner in the music industry.
Further information
Start Date: 07/09/2026 End Date: 14/05/2027
PLC applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.
On successful completion of this course learners will be awarded a 120 credit QQI level 5 Major Award in Music.
This course is fulltime, however it is family friendly as holidays and class times are in keeping with post-primary school holidays. Course materials are provided.
Applicants may be eligible for Back to Education or Susi Grant.
Application prior to the closing date (4 weeks before start), will allow sufficient time for processing.
Learning Outcomes
• To facilitate the learner to explore music with a view to re-skilling/up-skilling and exploring concepts and subject areas that may interest the learner in future programmes or employment
• The overall aim of the programme is to provide the learner with the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skill and competence to work independently and under supervision as a practitioner in the music industry and/or to progress to further and/or higher education and training.
• To provide a programme of learning that is vocational in nature and flexible in structure so that the learner has the maximum opportunity to improve his/her academic and vocational literacy, numerical, ICT and planning skills while participating in the programme
• To afford the learner opportunities to enhance his/her confidence and ability to develop the skills to reach his/her full potential
• To facilitate the learner to further develop his/her interpersonal, team working, problem solving and time management skills, as appropriate, so that the learner is enabled to take responsibility for his/her own learning and to support progression including future participation in education and employment
• To provide the learner with vocationally specific knowledge, skill and competence at this level, thus affording the learner the opportunity to progress to programmes leading to awards at level 6 or above
• To facilitate the learner to reflect on and evaluate his/her performance while participating in the programme
Work Experience (5N1356)
Communications (5N0690)
Sound Engineering & Production (5N1900)
Music Industry Studies (5N1458)
Music Theory & Practice (5N1849)
Radio Programme Production (5N1379)
Ethnomusicology (5N1443) QQI
Development of Key Skills
Getting Started with Key Skills
Introduction To Key Skills
5M2011 - Music
Admissions Office College of FET
Phone: 061 578 100
Email: cfet.admissions@lcetb.ie