BTEC Level 2 Music Industry Skills Course in Birmingham. Full-time daytime classes run at South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. For some learners the course may be free, and fees may apply for others. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or a Level 1 equivalent qualification, to get started. This level 2 btec music industry skills course runs for one year and covers performance and music technology. You'll work in music technology suites, rehearsal rooms, and recording studios, developing skills in the areas that interest you most.
Who this course is for
Whether you are a recent school leaver or an adult, this Level 2 Diploma in Music Industry Skills will give you the opportunity to develop your skills as either a performer or as a music technologist. You will study and practice in well-equipped music technology suites, rehearsal rooms and recording studios, and have the option to develop your skills in the areas you have the most interest in. The course is offered at both our Digbeth and Bournville (Longbridge) campuses. You will be taught by tutors who are passionate about music and are working in the industry themselves, meaning that you will get first-hand advice and information about working in the industry. At our Digbeth campus, we have an impressive 350 seat auditorium (The Crossing) that is used for performances and visiting artists.
Entry requirements
You will need four GCSEs grade 3 or above or a Level 1 equivalent qualification.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills as a performer or as a music technologist, depending on your chosen focus.
You'll practise in professional recording studios and rehearsal rooms.
You'll use music technology suites to develop production and sound engineering skills.
You'll study how the music industry works, including its commercial and creative sides.
You'll build practical skills in your chosen specialism through hands-on project work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of practical studio sessions, classroom study, and project-based assignments. The Pearson Edexcel BTEC Extended Certificate is assessed mainly through coursework and portfolio evidence rather than formal exams. You'll complete assignments linked to real music industry contexts, covering both your chosen specialism and broader industry knowledge. Teaching takes place in music technology suites, rehearsal rooms, and recording studios at the Digbeth Campus.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South and City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks in a studio setting
Sound engineer: manage audio for live events or recordings
Session musician: perform as a hired player for recordings or tours
Music technician: support technical operations at venues or studios
Backstage or live events crew: assist with production and sound at live shows
Music teacher assistant: support music tuition in schools or community settings
What you could study next
Level 3 BTEC National in Music or Music Technology: the natural next step for deeper specialist study and university preparation.
Level 3 BTEC National in Music Performance: if performance is your main focus.
Level 3 Diploma in Creative and Digital Media: broadens your options into related creative industries.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music: for those ready to move into higher education after Level 3.
