I live in a not very progressive country, especially with regards to specialisms like sound design. It is in north-eastern europe. And after researching the web I can not find out if there is a place to receive a good education in sound design from a professional perspective.
So my question is: can you recommend the best higher full time education institutions in the field of sound design, within Europe and US?
In the UK, Ravensbourne run a fantastic course called "Sound Design" - it's a down-to-earth, hands-on, vocational, course: lots of work, and just about enough theory. It's very realistic - you don't get lots of perks and top gear, but you do get access to industry standard stuff, and a tight broadcasting/AV community with a lot of common sense. The tutors know what they're talking about and many of them work on real-life non-academic projects. Highly recommended.
Savannah College of Art and Design in Savannah Georgia USA also has a sound design program. I believe their sound program is fairly new so it doesn't have the reputation of a place like USC. Nevertheless, it might be worth looking into.
There's also LIPA in the UK, im currently in my 2nd year of a BA(Hons) in Sound Technology there, it is a really good course. It is not specifically in sound design, although there is a module in it and a optional video production module in the third year, but it does provide a very well rounded curriculum.
They have really amazing facilities, and the lecturers know their stuff inside out.
LIPA BA(hons) Sound Technology Undergraduate Course
If you have any questions about it, or want any more details let me know.
Another really good one in the UK is the Tonnmeister course at Surrey -
The MSc in Sound Design at The University of Edinburgh has an excellent reputation.
I received a well-rounded education in music and technology at Berklee College of Music. If you cannot attend in the States, they also offer an online curriculum.
I did the MA in Sound Design for the Screen at Bournemouth University, however after just having a look they now offer a BA (Hons) in Soundtrack Production.
http://onlineservices.bournemouth.ac.uk/courses/course.aspx?course=644
The Media School was truly excellent. Great facilities and great staff. I really enjoyed the philosophy that theory informs practice and practice informs theory.
Ian
Hi,
We offer this online Sound Design course -
http://www.pointblankonline.net/sound-design-course.php
It uses Native Instruments Kontakt and Reaktor. There is a new course starting on the 5th and if you book before then you can get £50 off. More details here -
http://www.pointblankonline.net/blog/get-phat-over-christmas-beef-up-your-production-this-winter/
Get in touch if you need any more info.
