Live Sound Engineering & Event Technology (Technical Stage Operations) - BTEC National Award
Level 3
Course length: 1 year
Location: Broadwater campus
What qualifications /experience do I need?
Qualifications Required:
Four GCSEs at grade A*-C or BTEC First Diploma or Level 2 qualification or Higher Diploma in a relevant subject.
Experience Required:
No experience is required.
Interview: Yes
What will I study?
This one year course is designed for students interested in the live sound engineering and technical support of a variety of music and entertainment events including gigs, festivals, clubs and theatres. You will be working in our state-of-the-art studio complex learning sound engineering and production techniques, The Northbrook Theatre for staging and basic lighting and also local venues in support of College bands and events. You will also study the music industry, looking at safety and legal aspects, as well as developing your career and how to achieve a regular income from it.
The Award is the equivalent of one A Level and carries the same UCAS points.
Modules:
- Production for performance
- Technical stage operations
- Live sound for stage
- Stage sound operations
- Stage sound design
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through a range of assignments linked to the course units. The methods of assessment vary from unit to unit but all include practical elements and there are no exams except for short Key Skill tests. Other modes of assessment include gigs, workshops, events, recordings, rehearsals, written work and presentations.
What can I do afterwards?
All successful students can apply for entry to Northbrook's own National Diploma Courses or, for those with sufficient UCAS points, Foundation Degree courses and Degrees in the Music and Theatre department. Students also apply to many other specialist courses at universities or music schools or find work in the music and entertainment industry.
Applications
Complete the application form obtainable from the College and send it to:
Admissions Office
Northbrook College
Freepost 975
Littlehampton Road
Worthing
West Sussex
BN12 6NU
Click here for more information about how to apply and to download an application form
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