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Sound Engineering & Music Technology School in Ireland
Poppyhill School of Recording:
Poppyhill School of Recording is a leading Sound and Music Technology School located in Naas, Co Kildare, Ireland. All our courses are validated by City & Guilds. We also offer industry recognised certification from Digidesign and Apple. Poppyhill School of Recording is a satellite centre for the Institute of Music &. Technology, London, one of the leading Audio, Music Technology and Multimedia training colleges in the U.K. Through our association with I.M.T. we offer expert training in Sound Engineering and Music Technology. We are also an approved Digidesign training centre and Apple training centre offering certified courses in industry standard music composition, audio recording and sound-for-picture applications such as Pro Tools, Logic studio and Soundtrack Pro.
City & Guilds Sound Engineering & Music Technology - Full-time or Part-time
Course Aim:
To equip the student with a comprehensive theoretical knowledge and up-to-date advanced practical skills in order to pursue a career as professional sound engineer sound editor or music programmer. To promote the student's sense of creativity and to instill a sense of pride and professionalism in their work. To introduce the student to the various areas of the audio-media industry and to the extensive range of career options available
City & Guilds Music Technology PLUS!
Course Aim:
To familiarise the student with the wide variety of hardware and software technology available in the area of music production. To provide the student with the technical knowledge and practical skills to compose, record, edit and master musical projects using state of the music production tools. To develop and promote the student's creative aptitude and to optimise the career options available to the student on completion of the course.
The Pro Tools 101:
Introduction to Pro Tools covers basic Pro Tools principles, giving you everything you need to complete a Pro Tools project, from initial set up to final mixdown. This course focuses on Pro Tools 8 software and covers a multitude of new functions and feature enhancements. Whether your project involves recording of live instruments, MIDI sequencing of software synthesizers, or audio editing or region looping, this course will give you the basic skills to succeed.
Pro Tools 201:
Pro Tools Production Essentials covers the core concepts and skills needed to operate a Digidesign Pro Tools|HD system in a professional studio environment.
Pro Tools 210M:
Music Production Techniques covers techniques for working with Pro Tools systems in a professional music production environment. Concepts and skills learned in 101, 110, and 201 are reinforced with practical music-specific examples.
Pro Tools 210P:
Post Production Techniques covers techniques for working with Pro Tools in a professional post production environment. Concepts and skills learned in 101, 110, and 201 are reinforced with practical post-specific examples.
Address:
Eadestown, Naas, Kildare, Ireland
Fiddlers Retreat
Courses / Programs
Fiddlers Retreat, in Tipperary (90 minutes from Dublin), Ireland, is the only traditional Irish Music and Culture school of its kind in Ireland. At Fiddlers Retreat we offer a unique insight into Irelands Music and Culture, where you can enjoy music tuition, afternoon sightseeing tours, night-time Traditional Irish music sessions, sporting events, Irish language and cookery workshops. Homestay accommodation is available with meals. Both adults and students are catered for. Fiddlers Retreat is located in Co. Tipperary, approx. 1 hour 30 minutes from Dublin. Open throughout the year, limited places available, early booking is advised.
- Traditional Irish Music and Culture course
- Irish Music, Culture and Cookery Appreciation course
- Irish Fiddle and Culture course
- Summer courses
- Irish Music, Culture and Cookery Appreciation course
- Irish Fiddle and Culture course
- Summer courses
Secret School of Sound, Dublin
Courses / Programs
The Secret School of Sound is a sound training centre offering a range of short courses and weekend workshops in Ableton Live, Logic Pro, DJing and music production. Based in the heart of Dublin city, our courses are taught by respected industry professionals. What’s more, our classes are extremely competitively priced, with regular special offers and a 10% unemployed & student discount to make our classes accessible to all.Our software courses take place in The Suite, a fully equipped audio production and education suite housed in The Twisted Pepper. Our DJ courses are held in The Basement venue of The Twisted Pepper in Dublin city centre, where students can learn to DJ and practice on one of Ireland’s best club sound systems. The location is 30 seconds walk from the Abbey Street LUAS stop, one minute from all major bus routes serving O’ Connell Street, and 5 minutes walk from Connolly Station.
- Ableton Live (Beginner & Intermediate)
- Logic Pro
- DJ Classes
- Music Production Workshops
- Logic Pro
- DJ Classes
- Music Production Workshops
Griffith College Dublin
Courses / Programs
Griffith College Dublin was established in 1974 and is now the largest independent college in Ireland, with a student population of over 5,000, including approximately 700 international students. It is based on a seven-acre campus in Dublin city centre. The Faculty of Design has an impressive reputation in the design community due to its teaching methods which focus on a high degree of interaction between staff and students. Student work is focused across a wide range of stimulating activities including practical workshops, specialist guest lectures, cultural trips, lab sessions, slide lectures, seminars and discussions. Live projects are worked on in conjunction with real-life clients.
Undergraduate Degree Program:
- BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture (HETAC)
- BA in Interior Design(HETAC)
- BA (Hons) in Fashion Design(HETAC)
- BA in Fashion Design (HETAC)
- Diploma in Interior Design
Postgraduate Degree Program:
- MSc in Applied Digital Media
- BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture (HETAC)
- BA in Interior Design(HETAC)
- BA (Hons) in Fashion Design(HETAC)
- BA in Fashion Design (HETAC)
- Diploma in Interior Design
Postgraduate Degree Program:
- MSc in Applied Digital Media
Sound Training College, Dublin
Courses / Programs
Ideally located in Temple Bar in Dublin city centre, The Sound Training College (STC) offers a wide range of full and part-time Music Technology Diploma & Certificate training courses. We provide day, evening and weekend courses covering all aspects of Music Production, Sound Engineering, Recording, Live Sound, and other fields of study.
Since 1986, our courses and examinations in Music Production and Sound Engineering have effectively set standards for training within the music industry in Ireland.
We are renowned for our professional and in-depth approach to training alongside the comprehensive opportunities available to students wishing to develop professional careers in the music industry. STC places a strong emphasis on the ‘hands on’ element on all of our full & part-time courses.
The Sound Training College houses SSL and Neve technologies, and is also furnished with an outstanding collection of industry standard equipment - the best facilities in Ireland.
The courses are delivered by a team of experienced industry professionals, all of whom are acknowledged experts in the music business. STC alumni are well regarded within the music industry for their acumen, professionalism and experience.
Full & Part-Time Certificate & Diploma Courses:
- Sound Engineering and Music Technology (Full & part-time)
- Live Sound, Lighting and Stage Production (Full & part-time)
- Advanced Sound and Music Technology (Full-time)
- Certified Beginner and Intermediate Course (Full-time)
- Practical Electronics for Musicians (Full-time)
- Electronic Production (Part-time)
- DJ and Production (Part-time)
Music Camps & Workshops:
- Introduction to Recording Weekend
- Sound Engineering Summer Camp
- Sound Engineering and Music Technology (Full & part-time)
- Live Sound, Lighting and Stage Production (Full & part-time)
- Advanced Sound and Music Technology (Full-time)
- Certified Beginner and Intermediate Course (Full-time)
- Practical Electronics for Musicians (Full-time)
- Electronic Production (Part-time)
- DJ and Production (Part-time)
Music Camps & Workshops:
- Introduction to Recording Weekend
- Sound Engineering Summer Camp
Skerries Music Studio
Courses / Programs
Skerries Music Studio provides a wide range of music classes including singing lessons, guitar lessons, theory classes, music grinds and music appreciation sessions to primary, secondary and third level students. Music classes are also offered for adults. The Music Studio is based in Skerries, North County Dublin, 5 minutes walk from the train station and on the local bus route. We are half an hour from Dublin and 25 minutes from Drogheda.Music classes are provided by a professionally trained singer, who is an active performer, fully qualified secondary teacher and vocal coach.
Music classes include:
- Singing lessons / vocal coaching
- Guitar lessons
- Music theory classes
- Music grinds
- Music appreciation sessions
Music classes for primary, secondary and third level students (Age 8 years through to adult, all levels and all voice types).
- Singing lessons / vocal coaching
- Guitar lessons
- Music theory classes
- Music grinds
- Music appreciation sessions
Music classes for primary, secondary and third level students (Age 8 years through to adult, all levels and all voice types).
Marbella Design Academy
Courses / Programs
• Calling students from Ireland and internationally! Founded in 1995, Marbella Design Academy is a leading international design school in Spain, state-recognised by the Ministry of Education.• Our students can choose between 3-year academic studies, a 3-month foundation course, and short intensive summer courses in a range of creative arts and design subjects, taught entirely in English.
• We offer 3-year Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons) degree programmes in Interior Architecture, Graphic Design & Fashion Design, awarded by the University of Bedfordshire, UK (These BA degree titles are state-recognised in the UK).
• Students can avail of Free Spanish classes during the academic year.
• Our school is located in a stunning purpose-built facility in Monda, only 15km from Marbella on the Costa del Sol in the South of Spain.
• The building has been approved by the Ministry of Education as living up to all the latest demands and facilities required for a modern design school.
• Graduates have a near 100% employment rate. Many companies contact our college with job offers for our students.
"Marbella Design Academy is more than a place of education, it is an all-round experience."
- Graphic Design Student, Lana from Spain / UK
3-Year BA Design Courses - with BA (Honours) Degree awarded by the University of Bedfordshire, UK
• Interior Architecture & Design
• Graphic Design & Media
• Fashion Design & Development
3-Month Design Foundation Course:
Starting in February, May & September.
- Graduates can qualify for the 3-year Design Programmes
• Interior Architecture & Design
• Graphic Design & Media
• Fashion Design & Development
3-Month Design Foundation Course:
Starting in February, May & September.
- Graduates can qualify for the 3-year Design Programmes