Overview

What will I do?

Learn how to creatively use industry-standard equipment and software
Learn from some of the finest music industry practitioners in the contemporary music scene in Ireland
Benefit from a mixture of lectures and practical work of the highest commercial standard
Get unrivalled industry experience, access and contacts
Erasmus Programme options are available in Year 2. Students can alternatively choose to arrange a work experience placement at this time.

Following a shared first year, Creative Music Production (Hons) students at Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology study one of two pathways:

Creative Music Production

Gain in-depth knowledge of recording studios and music production software. Focus on the integration of core sound engineering and audio creation skills through practical projects in professional facilities. Topics include: audio electronics, audio programming and production for games. Cultural context is offered via research-based modules. Focus on your interests through mentor-led projects.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sound Engineering

Audio Production

Broadcast

Music Theory
Psychoacoustics of Music

Acoustics
Live Sound and Audio Fundamentals

Creative Practice (a large project, exploring creative and technical skills, students can alternatively choose to arrange a work experience placement)

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-02-01 00:00:00

More details

Very Important Deadline Info-Please make sure that you apply to the CAO (EU) or directly to IADT (Non EU) by February 1st to be considered for this programme.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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120

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OTE

140

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dún Laoghaire, Ireland

Disciplines

Music Musicology View 49 other Bachelors in Music in Ireland

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

63

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Duolingo English Test

120

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OTE

140

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Other requirements

General requirements

This programme requires the submission of a digital portfolio and/or an audition. Please make sure to submit the portfolio by the deadline stated here-https://iadt.ie/study/portfolio-guidelines/

When we assess applications we establish qualification equivalencies to ensure that each applicant meets the required academic threshold for entry.
Prospective international undergraduate students must apply directly to IADT by the relevant closing dates. More info here-https://iadt.ie/study/international-students/

Prospective EU/UK/EEA applicants must apply via the CAO by February 1st. An applicants guide can be found here-https://www.cao.ie/apply.php
Certified transcripts and English translations of qualifications not issued originally in English must be submitted with your CAO application by post.

EU applicants can find more information about how they are assessed here-https://www.cao.ie/index.php?page=scoring&bb=studentresources

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

13500 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13500 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

3000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 3000 EUR per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Dún Laoghaire

850 - 1150 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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