- Location
- Anniesland Campus
- SCQF Level
- 8
- Start Date
- 26 Aug 2024
- Qualification Type
- HND
- Course Type
- Full-Time
- Duration
- 2 Years
Applications open 15th January 2025
At Glasgow Clyde College, we aspire to not only meet the requirements to achieve formal qualifications in sound production but also to harness and amplify your creativity by arming you with up to date technology and supportive lecturing staff. During the HND Sound Production course you will benefit from industry standard digital audio workstation (DAW) tools for production in music, film and TV. You will have access to your own machine which will allow you to record, mix and master in one location. Throughout the course, you will also gain access to a commercial recording studio to complete a variety of sound projects.
What will I learn?
- Audio Skills
You will develop a firm understanding of the fundamental theories underpinning sound production, then practically demonstrate this knowledge - DAW
You will learn to use and effectively operate industry standard Digital Audio Workstations, including Pro Tools, Ableton, plus more - Recording, Mixing and Mastering
You will apply these skills by recording music, using microphone and line level input devices. This will then be transferred to a DAW to be mixed using industry-standard production techniques. You will then master this audio to a acceptable and appropriate audio formats - Sound for Live Events
You will learn to use small and large format consoles for live sound reinforcement. You will also learn how to safely use PA systems, spectrally analyse venue spaces, process to suit and how to use wired as well as wireless technology - Audio Post Production
You will learn to apply the same audio fundamentals above in the world of video and multimedia. This is a growth industry as the film, television and game sectors are in constant delivery, needing high quality audio - Music Theory
You learn to communicate in context with musicians, by learning their language - Acoustics
You will learn the vital underpinning science of sound, which will help in all other areas of sound production. You will then combine these skills to carry out special recordings and reproducing them in more than 2 dimensions - Spatial Recording and Reproduction
You will learn how to work within 2-channel stereo, surround and ambisonic microphone arrays, then reproduce on a 5.1 system in the studio. This is a vital skill for working within modern virtual audio applications - Music Business
You will learn how the creative industries work and prepare some music for a release in the digital realm.
Entry requirements (minimum)
- Two Higher passes at B and C or above preferably within Music, Physics, Computing and English; or
- NC Sound Production; or
- If you do not hold the entry requirements but can show a history of working within sound production your application will be considered
- Entry directly to year two of HND Sound Production is possible should you hold at least 15 credits from either year one from another college or have the HNC Sound Production qualification.
Entry requirement equivalency table
If you do not meet the entry criteria for your chosen course, you may be offered an alternative course in the same subject area.
Employer and industry links
- Transmission Room Studio
- The Audio Lounge Recording Studio
- Various other local studios
- Axis Sounds
- Global City Music Management
- Various local music venues including The Garage, SWG3 and Flying Duck
- BBC Modern Apprenticeship scheme.
Articulation Routes
Glasgow Caledonian University – BSc (Hons) Audio Technology year 3 entry.
Jobs and further study
Take a look at the course progression map for sound production courses.
- Music Production: Recording Engineer, Mix Engineer, Mastering Engineer, Music Producer
- Multimedia Production: Post-Production Engineer, Dubbing Engineer, Foley Artist, Sound Design
- Event Production: Front of house Engineer, Monitor Engineer, Backline Technician
- Acoustics: Audiologist, Acoustic Designer, Home Theatre Technician.
Making an application
For courses starting in August, you can make up to two applications.
Applications are made to a course and a first choice of campus. If the course is oversubscribed at your first choice you will be automatically considered for alternative sites and may be made an offer without a further application.
I've applied — what happens next?
When you apply
You will receive an automated email confirming that we have received your application (remember to check your SPAM folder).
Your application will be reviewed by the admissions team and you will either be:
- Made a direct offer (unconditional or conditional)
- Invited to book an interview session
- Advised that your application is unsuccessful – you have not met the entry requirements for this course and are advised to contact the College Student Advice Centres to discuss alternative options which may be available to you.
- We aim not to reject an application and if you don’t meet the entry requirements you may be referred to a different course or level.
If you are invited to interview, you will be informed of the outcome of your interview by email within 14 working days. The outcome will be one of the following:
- Unconditional offer of a place – you have met all the entry requirements and your place is guaranteed. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your place.
- Conditional offer of a place – your place is secured pending you meeting the entry requirements. This may mean achieving school or college qualifications which you may not be able to provide to us yet. You will be required to accept this offer to secure your conditional place. Once your conditions are met this will change to an unconditional offer of a place which you must accept before you can enrol on the course.
- Waiting list – you have met all entry requirements, and have been interviewed however, the course is now full so you have been placed on a waiting list. If any spaces become available you may be contacted, usually around the course start date. We would advise that you also consider other application options.
- Reserve list – following your interview, you have unfortunately not been successful in this round of recruitment. We have placed your name on a Reserve list and your application may be reconsidered at a later date. This could happen any time up to the start date of the course but it is very possible that you will not be offered a place. We would advise that you also consider other application options.
- Unsuccessful – your interview has been unsuccessful. You may be offered a place on a course at a different level, or advised to contact the College Student Advice Centres to discuss alternative options which may be available to you.
Once an offer is received, you must reply within 14 working days or risk losing your place, as the system will automatically decline your offer after 14 days.
Once you have accepted your offer, you will be sent out instructions about student funding, joining instructions and induction date.
