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Established since 2002 | One of the oldest design and music schools in the region | Led by field practitioners
Diploma in Music Production and Audio Engineering is a programme that arms you with the necessary skills needed to navigate and excel in the music industry holistically. The extensive programme will train you in the art of production across various contemporary genres such as pop and rock music. Reviews are conducted regularly during the programme through a mix of projects and formative assessments. At the end of the programme, you will graduate with a broad portfolio of works that showcase a good range of your creative abilities. Extremely good. Must not be missed!
Our 12-Month full-time or 24-Month part-time music programme equips you with all the essential skills across various disciplines you would need to carve a lasting career in the music business. The programme has 2 specialisations pathways-Music Production or Audio Engineering. These are taught by experienced industry practitioners and cutting-edge music educators. The maximum teacher to student ratio for the course is 1:10.
Musicians who come away with advanced skills in recording and mixing and are more than adept at handling a variety of audio equipment in a wide range of events.
| January 2023 Intake | Fees | Application Close Date |
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| Full-Time 12 Months Part-Time 24 Months | Local Course Fees : S$15,955 Course Administration Fee : S$545 Total Course Fees Payable : S$16,500 International Course Fees : S$18,895 Course Administration Fee : S$905 Total Course Fees Payable : S$19,800 | Local : 23rd December 2022 International : 29th November 2022 |
| All fees are inclusive of prevailing GST |
Synopsis:
Digital Audio Workstations are critical parts of today’s music production process. Explore how to set up projects, record and edit music and utilise plug-ins to create powerful and unique tracks. You will learn to be proficient on Logic Pro, an immensely powerful and popular DAW used by professionals globally.
Objectives:
This module aims to introduce students to the functions and operations of DAWs. Students will be able to perform basic recording and editing of music tracks in preparation for more advanced production work further on in their course.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Gain a foundational understanding of the inner workings of a modern recording studio. You will get the opportunity to work with a wide range of industry-standard digital and audio equipment including the iconic Neve 5088 mixer.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students with critical skills in operating studio recording gear and equipment through a heavy focus on experiential learning. Students will also be required to propose their own studio equipment list and justify their decisions.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
A solid foundation in music theory is essential for anyone working in the industry. In this module, you will cover a wide range of music theory aspects which will enable you to effectively communicate and collaborate with other musicians and performers.
Objectives:
This module aims to develop students to have music theory knowledge equivalent to the ABRSM Grade 5. Students will learn to read and write musical notations, differentiate between different key and time signatures, and write effective melodies.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Explore how elements of form, hook, melody, rhythm and rhyme are put together in the art of songwriting. You will also examine the various iconic hits through music history and break down what makes them so successful.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students with the ability to write effective hooks and melodies, and engaging lyrics for their original music.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Explore the major role MIDI plays in modern music composition, both in music composed solely through MIDI or tracks supplemented by MIDI elements. You will learn how to do sequencing and sampling using MIDI, and how you can apply sound editing techniques to create organic and realistic sounds.
Objectives:
This module equips students to operate a MIDI instrument and sequence MIDI in different styles.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
This module highlights how audio engineers create mixes to bring a performance to life. You will work with audio equipment like mixers, compressors, speakers and microphones. Ultimately, they will plan the set up and schematics for a small to medium sized live sound event.
Objectives:
This module introduces students to various equipment and digital gears that audio engineers use for a live event. Students will develop the skills needed to set up and operate a live sound event to achieve desired sonic results.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
An immersive exploration of the art of audio post production with an emphasis on sound design for commercials and short films. You will be trained in soundtrack creation, automatic dialogue rerecording, sound FX and foley.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students with the skills to produce the soundtrack to a TV commercial and movie clip. Students will be able to perform ADR, integrate suitable sound effects and contextual music.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Learn about the craft of taking a piece of musical idea and scoring it for a specific group of performers. Explore how this is done in the modern context through the use of DAWs.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students to write effective parts for a 5-piece band using different arrangement techniques.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
One of the flagship modules of the programme, you will be taken through the process of producing music in the Pop genres with an emphasis on developing and harnessing the catchiness of the hook and melody in production. Push yourself to produce and mix your own pop music track.
Objectives:
This module will equip students to plan, produce and mix songs in the pop style or in any of its subgenres. Students will learn about effective recording techniques and post production workflow to achieve the desired mix.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
One of the flagship modules of the programme, this module looks at music production in the various rock subgenres with an emphasis on recording rock drums, rock bass, distortion guitars, rock vocals, compression in production. You will be challenged to produce and mix your own rock track.
Objectives:
This module will equip students to plan, produce and mix songs in the rock style or in any of its subgenres. Students will learn about the distinctive recording techniques for the genres and also cover the use of FX to achieve the desired mix.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Build an appreciation of how popular music has evolved from the mid-20th century. You will examine the musical origins, influences and transformations that contribute to each musical subgenre and also learn about trends in music history and how to apply these in contemporary writing.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students with the ability to describe the development of popular music. Students will be able to write effective analyses and expositions of culturally significant music and artists.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
What is sound? Address this fundamental question as you explore how sound is produced, propagated, received and ultimately perceived by human ears.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students to effectively identify and capture sounds in a recording studio environment. Students will also be able to apply psychoacoustic techniques to make effective use of low-frequency content.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Explore the creative process of content creation and how visual media can be harnessed to reach your audience. You will learn about the filmmaking process from pre-production to production and how you can produce professional video content to charge up your release strategy.
Objectives:
This module covers the workflow for producing a video and students will gain hands-on experience with storyboarding, camera shots and movements, and effective lighting.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
This module looks at how the music industry has evolved in the face of sweeping changes as you explore the commercial and business aspects of the music industry. You will navigate key aspects such as copyright, publishing, artist development and creative concepts for music releases. Hone your skills through developing a comprehensive business development plan for yourself or a budding music talent you know.
Objectives:
The module will equip students to develop music business plans and creative concepts for artist development and music releases.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
One of the flagship modules of the programme, you will be taken through the process of producing music in the Pop genres with an emphasis on developing and harnessing the catchiness of the hook and melody in production. Push yourself to produce and mix your own pop music track.
Objectives:
This module will equip students to plan, produce and mix songs in the pop style or in any of its subgenres. Students will learn about effective recording techniques and post production workflow to achieve the desired mix.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
One of the flagship modules of the programme, this module looks at music production in the various rock subgenres with an emphasis on recording rock drums, rock bass, distortion guitars, rock vocals, compression in production. You will be challenged to produce and mix your own rock track.
Objectives:
This module will equip students to plan, produce and mix songs in the rock style or in any of its subgenres. Students will learn about the distinctive recording techniques for the genres and also cover the use of FX to achieve the desired mix.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
This module introduces students to audio post production with an emphasis on sound design for Live Events and Video Games. Students will be trained in creating Soundtracks, SFX and Foley, Loops, Layers, Transitions and Stingers.
Objectives:
This module aims to equip students with the ability to create an effective soundscape, effective intro music soundtrack for a live event, and develop effective sound effects.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
Synopsis:
Take your video production skills to the next level with the end goal of taking a music track and producing an impactful music video for it. Working with Adobe Premiere Pro, you will assemble raw footage into a final cut using advanced video editing techniques. You will also perform simple colour-grading to achieve a consistent look. The module culminates in a complete music video that forms a critical element of a student’s portfolio.
Objectives:
This module builds on from Video Production I. Students will be able to use advanced production and post-production techniques to film, edit and finalise a compelling music video that will complement their music track.
Duration:
11 weeks, 33 hours
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| Audio Post-Production Professional | Broadcast Engineer | Recording Artist | Studio Manager | Mastering Engineering |
| Recording Engineer | Mixing Engineer | Session Supervisor | Music Producer | |
Graduated from School of Music
Graduated from School of Music
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