DK768 · Level 7 · 3 years

Audio and Music Production

Dundalk Institute of Technology · Rest Of Leinster

2026 Round 1 points

205

Down 123 points since 2023 (328).

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About this course

This Level 7 degree teaches you to record, mix and produce music and audio using professional studios. You do not need an audition or to play an instrument.

How long
3 years
What you study
You study microphone techniques, digital audio workstations, mixing, live sound, music theory and keyboard skills, sound synthesis, songwriting, electronic music production and location sound. Year 3 adds broadcast audio, audio plugin development and a production project. You work with other creatives on releases, videos and live events.
Placement and abroad
In year 3 you spend 6 weeks in industry, and in year 2 you can study abroad for one semester.
Where it can lead
Roles include music producer, recording or mixing engineer, live sound engineer, sound designer and video game audio, and you can apply for Year 4 of the BA (Hons) in Audio and Music Production.
Who it suits
Suits students who love music and sound, enjoy working with technology and are happy to collaborate on projects.

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About Arts

Artistic fields like Fine Arts, Music, Theatre

The study of Creative Arts involves exploring various forms of artistic expression, including visual arts, performing arts, and media arts. This field encourages students to develop cultural awareness. E.g. Fine Arts, Drama and Theatre Studies, Music, Creative Writing.

Points history

2023328202422720252012026205

Round 1 points by year

YearRound 1Final (end of season)Middle student
2026205Published after the final round
2025 201201379
2024 227227414
2023 328209423

Round 1 is the points needed for a first-round offer. Final is the lowest points offered a place after all rounds. Middle student is the points of the student in the middle of everyone who got a place. * means not everyone on those points got a place (random selection). Source: CAO points lists.

Subject requirements

  • Mathematics: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6 or Foundation F2
  • English or Irish: Higher H7 or Ordinary O6

These are the course's own subject requirements. You also need to meet the college's general minimum entry requirements.

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