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Click for the full time course overview <center>This introductory 8-week course aims to introduce a beginner to the world of professional audio, including basic concepts, terminology, standard practices, workflow and equipment.</center> <center>This intensive 36-week course has proven to be very successful in preparing our students for the world of commercial sound engineering and to date over 85% of graduates have found work in the industry within 6 months.</center> <center>Our intensive 16-week Live Sound Diploma Course aims to produce confident, skilled and employable personnel for the live sound industry – from Rock and Roll venues and hire companies, to theatre and corporate functions.</center> <center>Advances in digital techonolgy has led of a convergance in live and studio sound engineering. Our premier course comprises of our Studio Sound and Live Sound Diploma's. Graduates will be employable in both areas of the industry.</center> Click for the short course overview <center>Alchemea's intensive weekend courses aim to give you a fast-track route to improving the quality of your music productions. <br><br> Learn to compose, record, mix and master from the experts.</center> <center>Alchemea's Recording Techniques Course aims to help you to make informed decisions regarding the right microphones and techniques for various recording situations.</center> <center>This course aims to improve the quality of your music mixes by developing a better practical and theoretical understanding of equalisation, dynamic control and time based effects.</center> <center>This course is designed to look at the basic principles of Mastering with a focus on achieving good quality results in a budget environment.</center> <center>This course aims to provide an overview about how to setup up and use a simple music production environment, and explain the basics of the music production process from recording to producing a final CD master. <center>Hotwired <i>Live</i> is an innovative weekend course in Modern and Creative Composition and offers a unique alternative to other more traditional courses.</center> <center>Alchemea is Europe's foremost Avid Digidesign Pro School offering Operator and Expert certification for for music and post production as well as ICON and VENUE certification. Click here for a full list of Pro Tools courses.</center> <center>Alchemea are an Apple Authorised Training Centre offering introductory and advanced Logic Pro Training. Apple's online exam is included in the price and we are proud to have an extremely high student pass rate.</center> <center>This three-day hands-on course introduces students to the primary features and basic user interface of Logic Pro. This <center>Alchemea offers 3 training modules aimed at beginners, experienced users, music producers and DJ's.</center> <center>This two‐day hands‐on course introduces students to the primary features and user interface of Ableton Live.</center> <center>This 1-day advanced production course aims to help you take your Ableton track production to the next level.</center> <center>This 1-day advanced course aims to give you the skills and confidence to use Ableton to perform your music or DJ sets live. footer
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ALCHEMEA COLLEGE

The Windsor Centre

Windsor Street T: 020 7359 3986

London N1 8QG E: info@alchemea.com

How to apply for a short course at Alchemea College

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PLEASE FOLLOW THESE GUIDANCE NOTES TO HELP YOU APPLY FOR A SHORT COURSE


Check Availability
Before completing your application form, we advise that you check that there is still space.

Click here for a list of forthcoming short course dates. Or you can contact our Registrar Tony Garston by calling +44 (0)20 7359 3986 or by emailing info@alchemea.com. If there is space available then we can reserve your seat for up to one week. This should give you time to forward your application form, course fee deposit and supporting documents.

Entry Requirements
Due to the intensive nature and environment of our full time courses, the minimum age requirement is 18.

Please refer to the relevant page for specific course pre-requisites. .

The Application Form
The next stage is to complete and return a short course application form. Please complete all fields and make sure you have read and understood the corresponding registration agreement.

Supporting Documents
To enrol students on any course we are now required by to take a copy of your passport (photo page and front cover) or EUS identity card. For non-EU students we will also require a copy of your student visa.

Before you can take a Pro Tools 310 level course we will need to see proof that you have passed the 210M exam. Before taking our Logic 301 course we will need to see proof that you have passed the Logic Level 1 Exam.

The Registration Fee
To secure you place on a short course at Alchemea you must pay a course registration fee (deposit). Your deposit is based on the total course fee:

  • £0 to £400: Deposit = £100
  • £401 to £800: Deposit = £200
  • £801 to £1,200: Deposit = £300
  • £1,201 to £2,500: Deposit = £400
  • £2,501 + : Deposit = £500

The registration fee is included in the course price. The balance of your course fee is therefore the total course price minus the registration fee.

Our "Study Confirmation Letter"
Once we have received your completed application form and registration fee we will send you a "Study Confirmation Letter". This letter outlines your course dates, course code, student ID and the date that we require the balance of your course fee.

Overseas Students: The Student Visa Letter
Alchemea is an International College, assisting both local and overseas applicants in achieving their goals. We are registered to sponsor migrants under Tier 4 of the Points Based System (we have a grade A rating). Because our short courses are less than 6-months in duration students from outside the European Union must obtain a “Student Visitor Visa”. Once your place has been confirmed and we have received your registration fee we can send you an official letter of acceptance for you to present to your visa application centre. For more information please visit our websites visa guidance page. Please be aware that the law does not allow you to work if you are in the UK on a Student Visitor Visa.

Paying the Balance of the Course Fee
The balance of the course fee is due 2-weeks before the course start date. If we have not received this in time then we reserve the right to offer your place to a student from the waiting list. Cheques can be made payable to "Alchemea" and posted to The Windsor Centre, Windsor Street, London N1 8QG. Our bank account details are available upon request. Please note that changes may apply for transactions from overseas accounts.

Important Notes:

  • The registration fee is not refundable. You may change course dates or course type at no cost by giving us at least 2-weeks notice prior to the commencement of your course. If notice of less than 2-weeks is given, the registration fee will be forfeited. If you wish to re-book you must pay the registration fee again.
  • If a student’s financing is refused or their student visa is rejected, ALCHEMEA will refund any registration fee minus a £40 administration charge.

Equal Opportunities Policy
Alchemea will endeavour not to discriminate, directly or indirectly, against students or potential students on the grounds of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religious or political beliefs, disability, marital status or family circumstances, sexual orientation, age, ex-offender status, social class, HIV status or any other irrelevant criteria. Staff and students at all levels should treat one another with respect and courtesy. Alchemea will take into account poor home study facilities; poor schools, early family responsibilities, financial hardship or other factors which may have caused a candidate to under-achieve educationally.

SPECIAL NEEDS
Where an applicant has a disability or special need, the Board of Directors will consider all applications on academic merit first. The College will also have to determine if adequate special provisions can be made. Although every effort will be made to provide any special facilities needed, occasionally it may not be possible to accept a student with a particular disability. The College will look into relocating the course if access is the problem, or buying relevant special equipment if that is necessary. Students with a disability or special need are recommended to contact the College as early as possible (including pre-application).

If you require any assistance with the application process, please contact our Registrar Tony Garston on +44 (0)20 7359 3986 or email