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Live Events Production - FdA full-time (The Backstage Academy)

Key information

AwardFdA
UCAS codeN820 FdA/LEP
How to applyPlease visit the University of Bolton’s web page on how to apply for a foundation degree.

International applicants should also visit the University of Bolton's web pages for international students.
Mode of attendanceFull-time
Duration15 months
Start datesNovember 2013
Entry requirements (typical offer)160 UCAS points from at least one, but preferably two, A2 levels (or equivalent) including one of the following: a mathematical or physical science subject, a technology based subject or a music, literature or creative art subject.

You should also have four GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) in any subjects.

You will be required to attend an interview.

If English is not your first language you will also need IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent).

Please also read our general entry requirements.
Awarding bodyUniversity of Bolton
LocationYou will spend most of your time based at the LS-Live Studios in South Kirkby and a range of venues throughout the Wakefield and Leeds areas for practical experience.

The Backstage Academy:
Langthwaite Grange Business Park, South Kirkby, Wakefield, WF9 3NR


Why choose a Bolton course?

Here we will give you a challenging academic environment that is focused on bringing out the best in you.

  • Take advantage of a unique, accelerated 15-month foundation degree containing 12 modules, all taught by industry practitioners
  • Undertake industry-standard certification – such as the Event Safety Passport, IPAF Static Vertical Lift 3a, Pro Tools, Final Cut and WYSIWYG – to increase your employability
  • Benefit from industry links and partnerships, which sees unique training content delivered by leading manufacturers
  • Experience a variety of work placements to develop valuable industry contacts and enhance your skills
  • Develop your portfolio as you learn, providing potential employers with instant access to evidence of your skills and knowledge

Course overview

This course is a partnership between the University of Bolton and Backstage Academy, based in South Kirkby, Wakefield. The LS-Live Studios are home to the Backstage Academy and are Europe’s largest purpose-built rehearsal facility, the preferred choice for some of the world’s biggest names in music, such as Lady Gaga, Elbow, Kylie and Rihanna, together with brands such as Jaguar, Aston Martin and Monster Energy.

This course focuses on the artistic and creative use of technology. It includes modules on lighting, sound, staging, live visuals and entertainment control networks, together with work skills, concept and production design and specialist skills such as lasers and emerging 3D technologies.


About the course

The FdA Live Events Production is an intensive, 15 month course based around a range of industry accredited qualifications (such as the Events Safety passport, Final Cut, Pro Tools, Avid Venue and WYSIWYG to name a few). These qualifications are written into 12 modules that cover the fundamentals of live events production and take a unique look at specialist skills, such as working with lasers, temporary power and 3D technologies for live performance.

The foundation degree is at an academic level similar to that of a HND with the modules being rated at levels HE0, HE4 and HE5. The distinctive feature of any foundation degree is the work-based learning, preparing students for employment or progression to further study.

Students registered on the FdA Live Events Production will be eligible to progress onto the BA (Hons) Live Events Production top-up one-year course (subject to validation) after successful completion of the foundation degree.

Special features

  • Accelerated delivery - complete the course in 15 months rather than two years.
  • Industry linkages and partnerships - a unique range of training content supplied by leading manufacturers and practitioners.
  • Developing your portfolio - as part of the course you will be given your own iPad2 to use to document and develop your own e-portfolio via a cloud based system. This will enable employers to instantly see evidence of your skills and provides an innovative new method of assessment.
  • Work experience and contact - over the 15 months you will work in a variety of venues and develop a range of contacts that will give you valuable industry networking opportunities.

What you will learn

The foundation degree is based around three key areas - practical work skills, personal skills and industry-recognised certification.

Practical work skills are developed around a broad understanding of all the techniques that make up live events production - from sound, lighting, staging, motors, trussing and live visuals to show control software and events management. Teaching is based around practical workshops, masterclasses and work on events and productions, all with the common aim of enabling you to make critical and professional judgements over the creative use of new and emerging technologies in this exciting industry.

You will develop personal skills including how to set up as a freelancer, career planning and development, presentation and inter-personal skills, and the ability to evaluate and take responsibility for the quality and management of your own work.

Industry-recognised certification is built into each module and will ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to apply learning to actual work-based scenarios and products. You will graduate from the course equipped with an invaluable range of certification and accreditation from industry-based manufacturers and suppliers.

What you will study

Level 1 (HE0)

At Level 1 of the FdA Live Events Production you will study the following module:
Introduction to Working in Live Events Production.

Level 2 (HE4)

At Level 2 you will study modules in:
Concept Design & Presentation;
Staging;
Live Sound;
Lighting;
Live Visuals.

Level 3 (HE5)

At Level 3 you will study modules in:
Industry Practice 1;
Entertainment Networks & Show Control;
3D Technology for Live Events;
Contemporary Issues in Live Events Production;
Events Planning;
Industry Practice 2.

Careers and professional development

Some of the skills you will start to develop include developing your communication skills, working as part of a team, business and event planning and industry awareness, and pitching and presentation skills.

Career opportunities exist in a range of backstage industries - from live music, theatre and exhibitions to conferences, festivals and cruise ships - anywhere a live event takes place!

Graduates will automatically become members of our Institute of Backstage Arts – a recruitment agency specialising in promoting freelancers' skills in our industry. Membership of other trade bodies such as the ABTT, PSA, ALD and others will be available at an additional cost, and we are happy to advise you on your best choices.

Professional recognition

Students will be assessed in a range of recognised qualifications such as:

The Events Safety Passport;
Emergency First Aid;
IPAF Powered Platform;
Stage Pyrotechnics;
WYSIWYG & Vivien;
Hoists & Motor Repairs;
Final Cut Pro 101;
Pro Tools 101;
Isadora 101;
Equipment Rigging & Suspension;
Laser Basics;
Numerous manufacturers courses based around a range of products.


Fees, funding and finance information

FdA Live Events Production with Backstage Academy (N820-UBS)

Running at: Backstage Academy

Home/EU Applicants

2012/13
Tuition Fee£5,996.00
2013/14
Call (01204) 903951 for detailsPlease call (01204) 903951 for details

International Applicants

2012/13
Tuition Fee£9,400.00
2013/14
Call (01204) 903951 for detailsPlease call (01204) 903951 for details

Fees given above are for the academic year indicated and are subject to change in future years.

Additional costs

None identified for this course.

Funding and finance information

Please contact Student Services on +44 (0)1204 903733 or +44 (0)1204 903497.

Contact us

For an informal discussion and further details about this course please contact:

Robin Watkinson (Programme Leader - Backstage Academy)
Tel: +44 (0)1977 659880
Email: robin.watkinson@backstage-academy.co.uk
http://www.backstage-academy.co.uk/

Dr Rachel McLean (UoB Link Tutor for Backstage Academy)
Tel: +44 (0)1204 903829
Email: R.Mclean@bolton.ac.uk
http://www.bolton.ac.uk

For further information and details of how to apply please contact:

Enquiry Team (Student Services)
Tel: +44 (0)1204 903903
Email: enquiries@bolton.ac.uk
http://www.bolton.ac.uk

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