About the course

Develop your raw talent into what you want to achieve. This course is based on the practical skills of creating and performing music, while also gaining knowledge and understanding of the theory, technology, and industry practices in music. The course allows a great deal of freedom in the music you choose to perform and compose. Choose your preferred genre of music whilst exploring a wide selection of relevant and interesting music and music technology related topics. The most employable individuals in this sector are adaptable and have a range of musical skills rather than just one specialism. Year 1 is focussed on music skills development (performing as a musical ensemble, creating musical material and using music styles) whilst also understanding the music industry. Year 2 enables students to specialise in their chosen area of music by working on a collaborative music project whilst preparing for higher education and employment by developing a personal music profile.

Start Date/s

01/09/2025

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 5 or above including English and Mathematics or a relevant Level 2 qualification.
GCSE in Music is desirable, along with music theory and grades in a chosen instrument.

Modules

Throughout the first year you will develop the comprehensive fundamentals of music practitioners through two module areas: 1-Music Skills Development and 2-The Music Industry. Year 2 enables you to culminate your knowledge, skills and experiences across two module areas: 1-Personal Music Project and 2-Collaborative Music Project.

Assessment

There are no exams on this qualification. All work is internally assessed. The content of your assessment will be outlined on an assignment brief; the design of these will be explained during induction. For every assessment there will be a clear deadline by which the work must be submitted to your assessor (course tutor). There is a one submission policy in place for BTEC assignments. However, it is also understood that under certain conditions it might be appropriate to allow a learner an additional opportunity to achieve more through a resubmission. Your assessed work will be a mixture of both practical work aligned with an academic underpinning.

Careers & Progression

Event Manager, Musician, Musical Arranger, Music Therapist, Radio Producer, Researcher, Sound Producer, Sound Engineer, Tour Manager, Venue Manager

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