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Foundation Degree in Lighting and Sound Design

UCAS code: WW24

The Course

The courses consist of 10 units delivered over two years. Initially, students start with a general introduction to all areas of theatre production and planning. Then, in the spring term, they follow their chosen Foundation Degree and apply skills practically on productions. The first year will see students take supportive roles on shows and work on approximately 10-15 productions, both in the Northbrook Theatre and Brighton venues. Progressing to the 2nd year, students will then take senior production and design positions. Ultimately, they will lead a team and facilitate the requirements of assorted events and productions, working within their own specialised degree area and also alongside those students following other production and performance degrees.

Course Content

Students use a wide range of conventional and moving lights across our studio and theatre spaces. Working on both manual & computerised LX desks, students will programme & operate the ion, ETC and Strand Palette boards. Techniques covered include rigging, focusing, colour theory and lighting design. Students learn how to construct cue sheets, hanging plots, gel calls and focus charts. Our Theatre is equipped with an Allen & Heath 24:4:2 mixing desk, Denon duel CD player and Mini Disc player and we have a wide range of microphones. Students will produce sound schematics, set up a house and PA systems and record and edit sound effects. All work is carried out in line with current Health & Safety legislation.

Progression/Career

Progression to BA (Hons) Theatre Arts, (top-up) is offered subject to passing the course. Progression to industry across all foundation production courses has included employers such as Brighton Fringe Festival, "Wicked" West End, The Pavilion Theatre Brighton, Chichester Festival Theatre, Glyndebourne Festival Opera, Stage Electrics, High School Musical (tour), Lord of the Dance (tour), Worthing Theatres & Edinburgh Festival.

Entry Requirements

Individual offers may vary.
160 UCAS points from one of the following:

Alternative qualifications and industrial experience would be considered and discussed at interview.
All candidates will be invited to attend an interview
Portfolio: Please bring a portfolio that evidences your experience. This could be previous courses undertaken or work done outside of your education.

Programme Specification

Applications

Applications are to be made through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) quoting institution code: N41 and Institution code name: NBRK

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Further Details

If you would like further information about this course or any other courses offered by Northbrook College please contact 0845 155 60 60