Certified Specialist Programme in Virtual Reality Audio Production for Community Initiatives

• Introduction to Virtual Reality (VR) Audio Production: Understanding the basics of VR audio production, including the history and evolution of VR technology, the role of audio in VR experiences, and the primary differences between VR and traditional audio production. • Acoustics and Sound Design for VR: Learning the principles of acoustics, psychoacoustics, and sound design for creating immersive VR audio experiences. This unit will cover topics such as 3D audio, binaural recording and playback, and ambisonic audio. • Recording and Editing Techniques for VR Audio: Mastering the techniques for recording and editing audio for VR experiences. This unit will cover topics such as field recording, studio recording, multi-track editing, and mixing. • VR Audio Production Tools and Software: Exploring the latest tools and software for VR audio production, including game engines, audio middleware, and VR-specific audio editors. This unit will also cover the integration of audio into VR platforms and the optimization of audio for different VR devices. • Implementing VR Audio for Community Initiatives: Understanding the practical applications of VR audio production for community initiatives. This unit will cover topics such as creating VR experiences for education, social justice, and community engagement. • Accessibility and Inclusion in VR Audio Production: Learning how to create accessible and inclusive VR audio experiences for diverse audiences. This unit will cover topics such as closed captioning, audio description, and the use of VR for people with disabilities. • Collaboration and Communication in VR Audio Production: Developing skills for collaboration and communication in VR audio production, including teamwork, project management, and communication with stakeholders. • Ethics and Best Practices in VR Audio Production: Understanding the ethical considerations and best practices for VR audio production, including privacy, security, and cultural sensitivity.