Sound Production
- Higher Certificate in Sound Production (1 year) - Overview
- Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production (3 years) - Overview
Higher Certificate in Sound Production (1 year)
Starting Monday 15 July 2013 | Enrolments Now Open
This course provides students with the practical skills necessary to work in the entertainment and music industries. Students learn the technical and creative aspects of the recording process by working on complex projects in various professional studio environments. The course covers all aspects of sound production, studio recording and live sound reinforcement techniques, mixing, mastering, MIDI and modern music creation, music business, studio acoustics and the application of current technology to the music production process. Students also gain expertise in music and business management, marketing, communications, and knowledge of the contemporary ‘infotainment' industry.
For comprehensive curriculum information please click here to download our prospectus
Aims
Graduates of the SAE Sound Production course are able to operate a wide range of professional industry standard equipment, studio effects processors, operate analogue and digital consoles and hard disc recording systems. Graduates have a fundamental knowledge of mixdown techniques, studio procedures, production techniques, basic studio acoustics and music business. Graduates of this course have recorded and mixed several music productions, completed a comprehensive post production project, programmed MIDI arrangements and worked extensively with ProTools and other digital editing systems.
Career Pathways
Graduates will be eligible to apply for the following positions:
- Studio recording/mix engineer
- Mastering engineer
- Broadcast engineer
- Location sound mixer
- Music producer
- Consultancy, education and careers
- Digital media entrepreneur
Course Details
Semester 1- Principles of Sound
- Audio Technology
- Signal Processing
- Applied Music Theory
- Electronic Music Production
- Creative Project
- Studio Production
- Acoustics & Live Sound
- Audio Post Production
- Audio Mastering
Qualification
- Higher Certificate in Sound Production
Entry Requirements
- Successful completion of South African grade 12 or equivalent.
OR - Successful completion of the equivalent academic learning of an NQF 4 Qualification, or higher.
English language proficiency
Applicants must be proficient in written and spoken English.
In case of TOEFL or IELTS testing, students must score:
- 6.0 on IELTS
- 550 on TOEFL (paper-based)
- 213 on TOEFL (computer-based)
- 79 (Internet based)
If an applicant is a native English speaker or has studied in the medium of English on a secondary or post-secondary level, then the English language test requirement may be waived.
Forthcoming Start Date
Start Date: Monday 15 July 2013
Course Code: HCSP13-07
Classes: Monday-Friday: 13:00 - 16:00
Course Fees:
South African Students: 55,000 ZAR
International Students: 75,000 ZAR
For detailed fee information please click here to download our prospectus.
Bachelor of Arts in Sound Production (3 years)
Starting Monday 3 February 2014 | Enrolments Now Open
This curriculum addresses the art, science and technology of sound production across a wide range of applications, from music recording to live concert sound and sound production for Film and Television. Each sub-discipline of sound production is covered in detail, in order to ensure all graduates have the superior theoretical and practical skills necessary to work in the broad scope of the international entertainment and music industries.
In addition to the focus on the vital knowledge and skills required from a sound engineer / producer, students are constantly exposed to the pertinent qualities and values expected of an individual in the industry with relation to professional practice, ethics and credibility, with a view to produce graduates who can operate effectively as well rounded audio professionals and make a meaningful contribution to the industry and society.
For comprehensive curriculum information please click here to download our prospectus
1st YEAR - SEMESTER SCHEDULE
Semester 1- Principles of Sound
- Introduction to Audio Technology
- Applied Music Theory
- Information Technologies
- Music Styles 1
- Signal Processing
- Electronic Music Production
- Digital Audio Production
2nd YEAR - SEMESTER SCHEDULE
Semester 1- Music Styles 2
- Studio Production
- Audio Post Production
- Creative Project 1
- The Role of Producers
- Acoustics
- Live Sound Production
- Research and Project Models
3rd YEAR - SEMESTER SCHEDULE
Semester 1- Mastering and Media Preparation
- Advanced Studio Production
- Business and Legal Studies
- Creative Project 2
- Marketing and Promotions
- Creative Project 3
- Creative Project 4
- Advanced Audio Post Production
Entry Requirements
- A National Senior Certificate (Grade 12) or equivalent academic learning of an NQF 4 qualification or higher, with university exemption/endorsement.
- Computer literacy.
- Adequate hearing abilities & adequately sighted.
English language proficiency
Applicants must be proficient in written and spoken English.
In case of TOEFL or IELTS testing, students must score:
- 6.0 on IELTS
- 550 on TOEFL (paper-based)
- 213 on TOEFL (computer-based)
- 79 (Internet based)
If an applicant is a native English speaker or has studied in the medium of English on a secondary or post-secondary level, then the English language test requirement may be waived.
Forthcoming Start Date
Start Date: Monday 3 February 2014
Course Code: BASP14-02
Classes: Monday-Thursday: 09:00 - 12:00
Course Fees:
South African Students: 63,000 ZAR (Up Front), 67,000 ZAR (Instalments)
International Students: 83,750 ZAR (Up Front), 87,800 ZAR (Instalments)
