What the course leads to
What courses can I do after this?
The UAL Level 1 Award and Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts is delivered over one year and will enable students to develop a portfolio of work that could support progression into a range of qualifications at Level 2. The majority of the students completing the UAL Level 1 Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts will progress to further study via ‘Applied General’ Level 2 qualifications or onto apprenticeships in related industries such as production. Some students may progress directly into entry level roles in the creative industries.
What jobs can I get?
Musician, songwriter, composer, engineer, producer.
What do I need to apply
To do this course you should have...
You will need to achieve 3 GCSEs grades 3-1 (formerly D-G) including English and maths grades . Alternatively successful completion of a Foundation Entry Level 3 qualification and have achieved an Entry Level 3 Functional Skill in English and maths. Each applicant will be assessed on their individual merits, and a keen interest in Music, Performing and Production Arts is essential.
What about work experience?
All students will particpate in a minimum of 30 hours of course related work placement, virtual work experience and work related learning.
Course costs
| Course Code | Start Date | Costs 16-18 | Costs 19-23 (with concessions) | Costs 19+ (no concessions) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BP01506 | 02/09/2024 | £60.00 | N/A | N/A |
* Please note fees are subject to change.
Course content
Course Content
The qualification will provide students with:
• An introduction to the equipment and processes used in music, performing and production arts, and the skills necessary to record and express ideas
• An understanding of how contextual research is used to support creative activities
• An introduction to the communication skills used in support of creative activities and develop an understanding of the role that communication skills play in informing and developing ideas
• An opportunity to use acquired skills, knowledge and understanding to explore and resolve creative problems
• An opportunity to develop personal strengths in music, performing and production arts and to use the knowledge, understanding and skills developed in previous units
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SPECIALIST RESOURCES
The College has a wide range of facilities on offer at the North Road Music Centre:
Live Performance Room, 7 fully equipped Rehearsal Rooms, 5 Recording Studios (Pro Tools/Cubase and ancillary equipment, including TL Audio M4, Audient Zen, Soundcraft Ghost, M-Audio), Lecture Room, Lecture Theatre, Technology Suite (iMacs - Pro Tools/Cubase) and 6 Practice /Editing Rooms.