General Arts And Science - One Year - Introduction To Music Industry Arts in Algonquin College, Canada

General Arts And Science - One Year - Introduction To Music Industry Arts in Algonquin College

Explore your interest with an overall view of the music industry.

If you have a passion for music, sound production and the entertainment industry, this one-year General Arts and Science-Introduction to Music Industry Arts Ontario College Certificate program is designed for you. Learn about the music industry`s many career opportunities.

You are provided with the opportunity to discuss and explore the entrepreneurial role in the ever-expanding growth of the music industry.

Research the history of popular music and its influence in pop culture, politics and with social trends.

Gain insight into:

• marketing and promotions
• entertainment law
• songwriting and performance audio recording
• Musical Instrument Digital Interface (MIDI)
• mixing and mastering final recordings

This program allows you to experience college delivery of course material, gain a starting point to pursue a career or build a portfolio for entrance into a diploma or degree program. You may choose to continue your studies at Algonquin College in the Music Industry Arts Ontario College Diploma program.

Graduates receive an Ontario College Certificate in General Arts and Science - One Year, with a concentration in Music Industry Arts. You can enter the workforce and demonstrate that you have well-developed skills and a general understanding in a variety of topics. Completion of this certificate confirms to potential employers that you have the ability to learn at a post-secondary level.

With this certificate, you may also choose to continue your education in Year II of the General Arts and Science Diploma program. After completion of Year II with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher, you can apply for advanced standing at Carleton University or the University of Ottawa.

SUCCESS FACTORS

This program is well-suited for students who:

• Have an interest in the music/entertainment industry and its role in today`s entertainment field.
• Want to work in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Possess good communications skills.
• Enjoy a hand-on approach to learning.
• Have a passion for music/entertainment.

Careers

A General Arts and Science Ontario College Certificate or Ontario College Diploma demonstrates to employers, colleges and universities that graduates have the ability to learn at a post-secondary level, have enhanced skills in oral and written communication, can conduct research in a systematic manner, and are flexible and open to meeting new challenges. These are important attributes in a world where change is rapid and adaptability is an asset.

Learning Outcomes

The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:

1. Develop, through general knowledge gained in a wide range of subjects, insight into both self and society.
2. Develop flexibility and clarity of both thought and expression in order to develop communications competence to a level required by business and industry.
3. Understand and utilize critical thinking processes and problem-solving techniques.
4. Examine and evaluate various aspects of our changing society to assist in developing a sense of personal and social responsibility as a citizen in society.
5. Employ basic vocational skills drawn from the areas of the Humanities, Social and Behavioral Sciences of Vocational Studies (Business, Technology).

Program Eligibility

• English, Grade 12 (ENG4C or equivalent).
• Applicants with international transcripts must provide proof of the subject specific requirements noted above and may be required to provide proof of language proficiency. Domestic applicants with international transcripts must be evaluated through the International Credential Assessment Service of Canada (ICAS) or World Education Services (WES).
• IELTS-International English Language Testing Service (Academic) Overall band of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band; OR TOEFL-Internet-based (iBT)-overall 80, with a minimum of 20 in each component: Reading 20; Listening 20; Speaking 20; Writing 20.

Should the number of qualified applicants exceed the number of available places, applicants will be selected on the basis of their proficiency in English.

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