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BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Hove

Cost£1,134.00
Duration72 weeks
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Hove. Classes run at BHASVIC, part-time during the day, four and a half hours per week over 72 weeks. This level 3 btec music course covers popular music performance, composition, music technology, and the music industry. In year one, you explore popular music styles from the 1950s to the present through performing, composing, and analysis. In year two, you develop ensemble performance skills and study how the music industry works today. Entry requires a grade 4 in Music GCSE or a BTEC Level 2 Merit, plus an audition demonstrating Grade 5 standard or above on your main instrument or voice.

Who this course is for

Do you like playing live music as part of a band? Are you willing to step out of your comfort zone and perform in a wide range of styles? Are you interested in developing your songwriting/composing, being a session musician, or working as a music producer? Would you like to learn about the history and practice of pop music through the 20th century and how the music industry works today? If so, this course is for you.

You will be required to perform and produce a significant amount of music over the two years and your assessments will depend heavily on your practical output and your ability to evaluate your work. You will need to demonstrate strong skills on your principal instrument, be curious about learning new music styles, be committed to playing live music as part of a group, and be willing to experiment with music technology in order to thrive on this course.

This course would best complement other creative and performing arts subjects, but could also be an enriching choice to take alongside business, science, and humanities courses as part of your BHASVIC study programme.

Entry requirements

4 in Music GCSE or BTEC Level 2 Merit if either have been taken. Audition required: students will need to demonstrate Grade 5 standard or above on main instrument / voice

What you will learn

  • You'll perform in bands across a wide range of popular music styles.
  • You'll compose original music using music technology in different styles.
  • You'll develop ensemble performance skills and strengthen your stage presence.
  • You'll study the history of popular music from the 1950s to the present day.
  • You'll analyse how the music industry works and how it is changing.
  • You'll build music theory knowledge through practical application throughout the course.
  • You'll produce recorded work, written logs, and evaluations as part of your studies.

How you will learn

Learning is practical and classroom-based. Assessment combines live performance, composition work, individual research, written and recorded logs, evaluations, and presentations. The course is structured around two modules containing four interconnected units. You will work both individually and as part of an ensemble throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. BHASVIC will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to your main instrument or voice for the audition and throughout the course.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Session musician: perform on recordings and live sessions for other artists.
  • Music producer: create and produce tracks in a studio environment.
  • Songwriter or composer: write music for artists, TV, film, or advertising.
  • Live sound technician: manage audio for live performances and events.
  • Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or music theory privately or in schools.
  • Band or artist manager: support musicians with bookings and career development.
  • Music journalist or blogger: write about artists, albums, and the industry.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 A Level Music: deepen music theory and composition alongside your BTEC studies or as a next step.
  • Level 4 or Level 5 HNC/HND in Music or Music Production: a higher-level btec music qualification for those moving toward degree-level study.
  • BA (Hons) in Music, Music Production, or Songwriting: most UK universities recognise the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation Diploma as part of an entry offer for music degrees.
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