1 year introduction to music performance and the music industry with emphasis on developing as musicians and performers
Overview
This one-year course in Music Performance provides a great introduction to the music industry and enables you to explore and develop your skills as a musician, and performer.
You will study music theory and music business and collaborate with students on the Music Production course to stage live events.
This course has been designed to enable you to develop the skills necessary to work in a dynamic and ever-changing music industry. Both theoretical and practical musicianship skills are covered, combined with performance opportunities, event management, music technology and recording.
In addition, students will get a broad insight into the music business from lecturers who are experienced musicians and industry practitioners.
Course Content
- Music Technology
- Desktop Publishing
- Work Experience
- Music Theory and Practice
- Communications
- Event Production
- Media Analysis
- Music Industry Studies
Entry Requirements
- Five O6/H7 in Leaving Certificate/LCVP including English, or a merit in Leaving Certificate Applied, or a relevant QQI Level 4 Certificate. The academic entry requirements may be waived for mature applicants (21+).
Progression
- Graduates with a merit profile may apply for entry to BTEC Higher National Diploma courses in BCFE, such as:
- Graduates of this course may also apply through the CAO and/ or the Higher Education Links Scheme for entry to higher and advanced certificate and degree programmes at national Institutes of Technology, Technological Universities and Universities (applicants should confirm linked awards and eligibility requirements with the relevant Higher Education Institution).
