Level 3 in Music Performance/Music Production

Learners taking this qualification will study four mandatory learning and teaching modules:

• Music Skills Development, or Music Production Skills Development 
• The Music Industry 
• Personal Music Profile 
• Collaborative Music Project

This qualification offers learners the opportunity to develop their musical, technical and listening skills over their course of study through a process of self-evaluation, practice and review, which are key skills for progression to higher education. The qualification also supports learners in building their own comprehensive personal audio portfolio in preparation for entry to employment in the music industry or higher education.

You will require a minimum of 5 GCSEs at grades A*-C including English and maths grades 9-4 (formerly A*-C).

The course is delivered through a variety of learning methods including lectures, practical demonstrations, group work, workshops and self-study.  Assessment is continuous throughout the course culminating in a final grade for each unit taken.

Through this course you will encounter various styles of music. We aim to broaden your horizons and experience through practical activities and class based teaching. There will be opportunities for students to form ensembles playing original work and there will be opportunities to perform in public and to work with fellow students on recording and concert projects. Students are encouraged to develop projects that provide work opportunities for the future.
 

All students will particpate in 30 hours of extrenal work placement, virtual work experience and work related learning in year 1. All student will complete the UCAS application process in year 2. All student complete an online employability course throughout the two years of study.

The qualification carries UCAS points and meets the admission requirements for many relevant courses, for example:

• BMus (Hons) in Music (Performance)

• BA (Hons) in Music Technology and Production

• BA (Hons) in Creative Musicianship

• BA (Hons) in Digital Music and Sound Arts

• BMus (Hons) in Contemporary Music Performance

• BA (Hons) in Music Performance, Production and Composition.

Learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with the higher education providers that are offering them.

The College has a wide range of facilities on offer at the Music and Sound Academy including;

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/Sibelius) and 6 Practice /Editing Rooms.

BTEC Nationals provide a vocational context in which learners can develop the knowledge and skills required for particular degree courses; these knowledge and skills include:
• teamwork
• project work
• presentation
• analytical skills
• creative developmen

Awarding Body:
EDEXCEL BTEC

Curriculum Area:
Creative and Digital Industries - Music