Music Performance Technology & Theory
If you love music, this is the course for you! The course has been redeveloped and now includes a Music Technology module. Packed also with other interesting modules which explore the wonderful world of music, this programme is designed to nurture instrumentalists and singers of every level – from the complete novice to the more experienced musician. Students are given the opportunity to avail of the college recording studio and even publish their own compositions with the inclusion of the new Music Technology module. The course enables students to follow the practical side of performance, while also providing a strong foundation in Music Theory. This course is also and ideal preparation for 3rd Level courses in Music and careers in the music industry. Successful students will be awarded a QQI Level 5 Certificate in Music.
| 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
This is a one-year full time course and runs from September to May.
Entry Requirements
Any of the following would satisfy entry requirements:
Leaving Certificate/LCVP or Leaving Cert Applied
QQI Level 4 qualification
Mature students (age 23+) with relevant experience or ability are also welcome to apply
Interview – An ear-test is performed at interview, at which candidates will also be asked to sing or play an instrument.
Careers / Further progression
Progression/Career Opportunities:
This course is an excellent preparation for the Audition requirements at 3rd Level and careers in the Music industry. It has an excellent track record of graduate progression to Music Courses at 3rd Level, including NUI Maynooth, Dundalk IT, Waterford IT, Dublin IT.
Further information
To accept your place, students will be asked to pay exam fees of €50 for QQI Level 5 or €80 for QQI Level 6 Examinations.
Medical Card holders are exempt from paying both of those fees, but must produce a valid medical card to accept their place.
Those in receipt of a Student Grant, a Back to Education Allowance (BTEA) or a Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme (VTOS) allowance may also be exempt, but must provide evidence of same. A student services fee of €100 is also payable by all students to accept your place.
Additional fees may apply and details of these will be displayed on the individual course page.
Means tested grants are available from SUSI. Please visit?http://www.susi.ie/ for more information and to make an application.
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Typical Programme Modules
Music Theory and Practice 5N1849
Music Industry Studies 5N1458
Communications 5N0690 or Personal Effectiveness 5N1390
Work Experience 5N1356
Music Performance 5N1301
Radio Programme Production 5N1379
Musicianship 5N4845
Music Technology 5N1640 *new
Vocal Performance 5N2003
5M2011 - Music
Award: QQI Level 5 Music - 5M2011.
Phone: 094 9023134
Email: castlebar@mayocollege.ie
Web: https://mayocollege.ie/