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Originally Posted by danijel  A question for the German-speaking folks:
I know that Germany and Austria have great education systems, and they're free for everyone, so a lot of folks from poorer countries (like mine) come to study over there (I know many people who studied music in Graz). So, I wonder if it's the same with film schools that have sound departments? Are they state-owned (ie not private), meaning free? |
Heyho,
I study here in Germany, at the IMM (
Institut für Musik und Medien: INSTITUT )
It is a state school, "free" although we do pay a fewhundred euros to the music academy every half year, but that is the new system here in Germany... so still more or less the "most free" you can get.
And yes, there are many things we learn that one probably won't ever need, or that don't go into detail enough, and many things one should learn. BUT there is a lot of basic stuff, important stuff that is taught, and the possibilities of working on projects is the thing that really gets you forward. Working on films for other film schools (they regulary take sound folks from our school), having studios, mics, cameras etc. available, working in teams with colleagues, be it them playing instruments, or assisting, or simply working on their projects is so great - being in positions you will never end up in when being an intern or assistant at a studio to start out. AND you spend a few years training your ears and gaining experience without really risking a lot (unlike out in the real world). Just one opinion though. I'm sure there are many people that get on very well or even better at times without a uni/school. It's what YOU make out of the posibilities given to you.
Oh and yes, music involved. Helps a lot in terms of "designing" audio over time (creative process), and trains your ear.
Just my humble two cents.
As for you question Danijel: Most are state owned, but I know of big film schools here that are independent (indeed working out in the market), but still "free" for students.