Sound Degree in Canada?

[IzzyRock]

I was thinking about getting a sort of "degree" in Audio engineering, plus the fun of traveling and learning new things.
I've been recording for years, I'm still young, but I never studyed sound (only business for 3 years and quit) So i think it would be nice to have a small certificate or anything that supports what I do.

So, can you recommend me any sort of institute, school in Canada? (I lived in the states for a while and didnt like it too much.. Canada sounds better...unless u got another ideas)
It has to be like 1 year max, cause I cant be outside my business for 4 years and loose my clients, plans, goals, here. etc

Any help or comment would be appreciated.

Thanks

[zarquon]

Having been through the program at The Ontario Institute or Audio Recotding Technology (and returned to visit them a few times in the years since) I would suggest that they be one of the ones you seriously consider. I have worked with people that have compleated courses in other schools, and they just don't seem to be as prepared for the real challenges.

YMMV, but I think it's worth the time to look into them.

Z.

Originally Posted by IzzyRock

I was thinking about getting a sort of "degree" in Audio engineering, plus the fun of traveling and learning new things.
I've been recording for years, I'm still young, but I never studyed sound (only business for 3 years and quit) So i think it would be nice to have a small certificate or anything that supports what I do.

So, can you recommend me any sort of institute, school in Canada?

[IzzyRock]

Sounds interesting

Whats the real cost of living there? (monthly)
In their website they estimate 9,200 for living expenses. But i'd like to know a "real" value. Considering housing, food, etc.

[vanrobr]

thumbsup for OIART. I'm a grad from last year. 9200 for living for the year is a really good estimate, but I guess it all depends on your habits. I think I spent about 9 grand on living for the 11 months.

[IzzyRock]

For you to get an idea.
Studying in Chile in the BEST university, is about $4000usd a year, and it takes 4-5 years.
Thats $20.000 for 4 years of study and a high degree diploma
Here is $36,000 for just 11 months, but of course this program is much more advanced than any audio degree in Chile.

Money its just the ONLY thing that bothers me.. if it will be worth for me.
Maybe I get lucky and I end working after I finish, who knows

[vanrobr]

It is expensive, but there are only 60 students in the entire school. In labs, which is the hands on time in the studios, your in groups no bigger then 4 students. The amount of attention given to each individual student is huge. IMO well worth the money. All the staff are incredible and go the extra mile for everything.

Are you sure that school is really what you want though? If you already have a pretty solid understanding of the studio, there may be better options then school. Maybe assist or intern at a studio in the States or Canada to get more real experience from great engineers. Just a thought

[IzzyRock]

In fact I have experience in recording. I've done like 25 albums so far.
But you never stop learning, also the experience is great.

Well, that other option that you mention sound great also. but I dont know any great engineer in the Us that wants to hire me... do you? e

[Cameron Johnson]

I would say that it depends on where in Canada you wanna go... There are options in every province. For example, in Ottawa (where I live), the big one to go to is The Audio Recording Academy (TARA), of which there is also a branch in Toronto... There are of course bigger schools around, too.

I agree it's hard to get an internship somewhere these days... If there are studios in your area - ask around and show that you're interested! They are much more likely to take someone who appears competent and confident over someone who just wants to show up and get by. If I had a choice between a school or an internship - I'd definitely take the internship.

25 albums is a good number to have under your belt - I would focus on recording outside of your confort zone - genres that you're not accustomed to doing. Also try to mimic other sounds you like, or try getting the same results with a minimalist approach (great ways to learn). If you record into a DAW, get a tape deck and learn how to do it the good old fashioned way (or vice versa).

Good luck in your journey!
-Cam

[vanrobr]

Maybe instead of spending 30 grand on a year of school where you will be learning a lot of the stuff you already know, you could pay an engineer to let you in on sessions and teach you as he goes.

[IzzyRock]

Hmm
Tough ...
I kinda want a "degree" tho, It will make me feel better
I know its pointless, but I wanna be more than just a high school graduate...

Any more feedback?