GUITAR DIPLOMA - CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship

Guitar / CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship

Qualification Overview
Modules
Entry Requirements
Career Progression
Course Specification

Course Overview

The BIMM Dublin CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship (Performance) is a one-year programme comprised of three key modules from the BIMM Dublin BA Honours programme. It is an ideal course for anyone who wishes to further their musical abilities, but cannot make the commitment or lacks the entry requirements to undertake a full-time programme. This is a part-time (4.5 hours a week), one-year programme, aimed at musicians with semi-professional ability. It is designed to help you reach your full potential on guitar. The course is fully validated by the Dublin Institute of Technology, and students who successfully complete the course will be awarded 30 ECTS credits. This may allow for progression to the BA (Hons) Guitar Degree.

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Modules

These are the modules you'll be studying over the year:

Techniques

This module is designed to develop your technical ability in an applied way to push your Guitar playing to the next level. A disciplined approach to regular practice is the key to success here, so the structuring of a focused and workable practice routine will be essential.

Styles

Styles-based performance workshops designed to increase your knowledge of the sounds and skills associated with different styles of music. This expertise is invaluable for anyone wishing to become a successful studio or touring musician. From Blues, Rock, Jazz, Motown, Soul R&B, Metal, Pop, Punk to Jazz Fusion - no stone is left unturned.

Music Theory and Notation

A comprehensive study of the theory behind the music, including practical applications of theoretical concepts. This module will also facilitate the development of basic sight-reading ability and chart writing skills, to better prepare you for the range of musical situations you're likely to encounter.

Entry Requirements

You will need to attend an audition so that we can get an idea of your current playing standard. We would expect you to demonstrate performance skills of a Grade 6 or equivalent standard on the Guitar, as well as the ability to improvise at the same level. Applicants should be 17 on the 1st of January in the year of entry and should also have completed a module at Level 5. This is equivalent to Leaving Certificate or FETAC Level 5.

Fees

The course fees for 2013-2014 are €1,695 and these are payable directly to BIMM Dublin. A deposit of €300 will be required upon acceptance of a place.

CPD Diploma in Professional Musicianship

Students who successfully complete the CPD Diploma in Professional Musicanship will be awarded 30 ECTS credits.

Length of Course: 1 year part-time
Awarding Institution: Dublin Institute of Technology
Teaching Institution: BIMM Dublin
Language of Study: English
Final Award: 30 ECTS Credits
Admissions Criteria: Applicants must successfully complete an audition before being accepted to the course.