Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Music Production Course in Bristol. Classes run at Bradley Stoke Community School Bristol, full-time during the day. This free BTEC digital music production course covers music recording, production, and performance technology over two years. You'll build practical skills across the full music production process, from studio recording to finished tracks. The course suits those with a grade 4 or a Pass in a relevant subject. It prepares you for work in the music and media industries, or for further study at a higher level.
Who this course is for
The BTEC Music Technology course is written and designed for students who not only have a love of music, but a particular interest in the practical aspects of music recording, production, and performance. It is hoped that by the end of the 2 years you will have enjoyed a full and rounded experience of music technology that will prepare students for a career in the music and media industries, or be ready to take on further courses should you wish.
Entry requirements
4 or Pass in a relevant subject
What you will learn
You'll learn the principles of music recording and studio production.
You'll develop skills in digital audio workstations (DAWs) and music software.
You'll explore music mixing, editing, and mastering techniques.
You'll study music performance and how it feeds into production work.
You'll learn how to plan and manage a music production project.
You'll gain an understanding of the music and media industries.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on practical work in a music technology environment. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio-based assignments rather than written exams. Each unit is assessed against set criteria, and your work is marked internally and verified externally by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a body of work over the two years that demonstrates your skills across recording, production, and performance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Bradley Stoke Community School Bristol will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and produce tracks in a studio setting
Audio engineer: record and mix sound for music or media
Sound technician: manage live or studio sound for events and productions
Music technology teacher or tutor: support others learning production skills
Podcast or content producer: produce audio content for digital platforms
Broadcast technician: handle audio for radio, TV, or online broadcasts
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Music Production or Music Technology: a higher-level qualification that goes deeper into production and can lead to degree-level study.
BA (Hons) in Music Production or Music Technology: a full degree for those wanting to specialise further or move into higher-level roles in the industry.
Level 3 BTEC in Music Performance: if you want to develop the performance side alongside production skills.
