Free BTEC Level 3 Digital Music Production Course in Bristol. Classes run at Abbeywood Community School, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec digital music production course covers music recording, production, and performance technology over two years. You'll develop practical skills in music technology alongside the knowledge needed for work in music and media. Entry typically requires a grade 4 or a Pass in a relevant subject.
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 develop skills in music recording, including microphone placement and signal flow.
You'll learn to produce and arrange music using industry-standard digital audio workstations.
You'll explore music performance and how technology supports live and studio settings.
You'll understand the principles of sound design and audio editing.
You'll study how music and media industries operate and what careers they offer.
You'll build a portfolio of practical production work across the two years.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based, with practical studio and production sessions at the centre. Assessment is through coursework and portfolio-based assignments rather than written exams. You'll complete units set by Pearson Edexcel, with work assessed and internally verified at the centre. The BTEC format means your grade reflects the work you produce throughout the course, not a single end exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Abbeywood Community School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer, creating and recording tracks in a studio
Audio engineer, managing sound for recordings or live events
Podcast or broadcast technician, handling audio for media output
Music technology teacher or workshop leader in schools or community settings
Sound designer for film, TV, or game production
Live sound technician, running audio at venues and events
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Music Production or Music Technology, a natural next step into higher-level practical study.
A degree in Music Production, Sound Engineering, or Music Technology at university, building on the skills and knowledge from your BTEC National.
Level 3 qualifications in related areas such as Media Production or Creative Digital Media, if you want to broaden into wider creative industries.
