Music Production & DJ Techniques
Are you are interested in learning to DJ and the principles of music and sound production? The course introduces students to production skills and techniques from mixing styles, fading, beat and phrase matching to scratching.
| 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
1 year full-time.
Entry Requirements
Course Entry Requirements
Leaving Certificate with 5 passes or equivalent is the standard entry requirement for all Level 5 courses. Leaving Certificate Applied or QQI Level 4 Award are also acceptable on the majority of Level 5 courses. Applicants who do not meet the standard entry requirements (e.g. mature learners etc.) for particular courses may be interviewed.
A QQI Level 5 award or equivalent in a relevant subject area is the standard entry requirement for Level 6 Advanced Certificate courses.
Non-Standard Applicants
Non-Standard Applicants may be required to complete an interview and/or other form of assessment to successfully complete their registration on their chosen programme.
English Language
All courses are delivered through English. In addition to the listed entry requirements, applicants whose first language is not English are required to complete and provide evidence of English language proficiency. Where prospective learners first language is not English, the standard minimum entry requirements for all courses is proficiency at B2 on The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages.
School Leavers
Whether you have attended school in Ireland, Northern Ireland, the UK or further afield, we have a programme to suit your needs. We have a wide range of suitable programmes with internationally recognised certification that will enhance both your career and further education possibilities.
International Students
DIFE welcomes applications from eligible international students. Help and advice is available for international students at every step of the application process and continues after enrolment onto your chosen programme.
Careers / Further progression
Progression & Career Options:
Graduates may progress directly into employment as a DJ, Recording Engineer, Sound Engineer, Sound Designer, Studio Technician, Podcast Producer, Mastering Engineer, Music Producer, Singer/Songwriter, Session Musician. Students may progress to a range of related degree programmes in universities and technological universities.
Level 7 and 8 Courses to which this course is linked:
DkIT
Audio and Music Production, Musical Theatre, Music, Theatre and Film Practice, Creative Media.
TU Dublin
Media Production & Digital Arts, Music, Drama, Creative Digital Media.
Dublin Business School (DBS)
Sound Engineering and Music Production
TUS (Athlone) Music and Instrument Technology
Maynooth University Arts [Music Technology], Media Studies
IADT
Creative Music Production
BIMM Institute
Commercial Modern Music
DCU
Jazz and Contemporary Music Performance
TUS (Limerick)
Music Technology and Production
MTU (Cork)
Popular Music
SETU (Waterford)
Music
ATU (Sligo) Performing Arts
Entry to a range of other courses in Institutes of Technology and technological universities.
This is not an exhaustive list. Applicants are advised at all times to confirm linked Awards, any additional module requirements, application processes and scoring systems with the Admissions Offices of the participating higher education institutions, or visit www.cao.ie.
Further information
Course commences: September 2026.
Students should apply online through the college website: www.dife.ie (see "Application Weblink").
Further information of the webpage - https://www.dife.ie/application-procedure/
Are you are interested in learning to DJ and the principles of music and sound production? The course introduces students to production skills and techniques from mixing styles, fading, beat and phrase matching to scratching. Learners will be introduced to production tools and techniques to capture, edit, process and mix audio in both the recording studio and for live sound purposes. You will learn how to use software to create, edit, manipulate and structure sounds to produce music/audio for different media projects.
Music Technology
Sound Engineering & Production
DJ Techniques
Music Industry Skills
Event Production
Communications
Work Experience
Radio Programme Production
Desktop Multimedia Audio Production
Audio Engineering
5M2149 - Sound Production
Award: QQI Level 5 Certificate in Sound Production - 5M2149.
Contact Admissions Office or Course Co-ordinator,
Drogheda Institute,
Tel: 041 983 7105
Web: www.dife.ie
email: dife@lmetb.ie