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BTEC HNC Music Performance Course in South Shields

Cost£6,525.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 4
DeliveryClassroom based
Start14 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC HNC Music Performance Course in South Shields. Classes run at South Tyneside College, full-time during the day.

This Level 4 BTEC HNC music performance qualification is a one-year course from Pearson Edexcel. You'll develop your performance skills, music theory, and professional practice. The course covers areas such as ensemble performance, solo performance, and the music industry.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate in Music Performance.

Who this course is for

Programme Title = SMUSMED | Course Title = Music & Media Courses (STC) | Qualification Aim Reference = 6105771X | Qualification Aim Title = BTEC Higher National Certificate in Music Performance | College Delivery Area = Professional and Creative Studies (Note: 1 other start date(s) for this course exist. Please contact the college for further information.)

Entry requirements

No specific entry requirements - contact the College for further details.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your solo performance technique on your principal instrument or voice.
  • You'll practise ensemble playing and collaborative musicianship.
  • You'll study music theory and harmony to support your performance work.
  • You'll explore the structure and business of the music industry.
  • You'll build professional skills for working as a performer.
  • You'll create and present performances for assessed audiences.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based with practical performance sessions. Assessment is through coursework, performance portfolios, and live performances rather than written exams. You'll be assessed on both your practical ability and your understanding of music as a professional discipline. Contact South Tyneside College for full details of the assessment schedule.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. South Tyneside College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Musician, performs live or in studio settings as a soloist or ensemble member.
  • Session musician, records and performs for other artists and productions.
  • Music teacher, delivers instrumental or vocal tuition privately or in schools.
  • Performing arts tutor, teaches performance skills in colleges or community settings.
  • Music producer, works in studio production and sound creation.
  • Bandleader or ensemble director, organises and leads musical groups.

What you could study next

  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Music Performance (Level 5), the natural next step to deepen your performance specialism.
  • BA (Hons) in Music or Music Performance at university, building on your HNC for a full degree.
  • Postgraduate study in music or music education, for those aiming toward teaching or advanced professional practice.
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