Free BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Cannock. Classes run at Cannock Chase High School, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec music course takes two years to complete. You'll develop your skills as a performer, building on musical experience from GCSE or equivalent training outside school. The course covers music performance, composition, and music industry knowledge. Entry requirements include five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. A grade B in GCSE Music is desirable but not essential. You must play an instrument or sing to a good standard.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for students who wish to develop their musical skills beyond GCSE and/or for students who have studied music outside of the classroom and have obtained nationally recognized qualifications other than GCSE.
Entry requirements
5 A*-C/9-4 Inc. English and Maths + B grade at GCSE Music is desirable but not essential. This course is designed for students who wish to develop their musical skills beyond GCSE and/or for students who have studied music outside of the classroom and have obtained nationally recognized qualifications other than GCSE. Students must be performers and have an instrument (or voice) that they play to a good standard.
What you will learn
You'll develop your performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice.
You'll study music composition and create your own musical works.
You'll explore music theory and how it applies to your playing.
You'll learn about the music industry, including how it is structured and how musicians work within it.
You'll analyse and respond to a range of musical styles and genres.
You'll plan, rehearse, and present performances to an audience.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical performance work, and coursework assignments. Assessment is largely unit-based, with internally assessed assignments marked by your teachers and externally assessed units set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Performance tasks, written assignments, and creative projects all contribute to your final grade. There are no traditional written exams for every unit, but some units include externally set tasks.
What you will need to bring
You must have access to an instrument or be a vocalist. Cannock Chase High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music performer: work as a live or session musician
Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or theory privately or in schools
Studio assistant: support recording sessions and production work
Music event coordinator: organise concerts, tours, or live events
Community musician: lead music workshops in schools or community settings
Music retail assistant: advise customers on instruments and equipment
What you could study next
Pearson Edexcel BTEC Level 3 National Diploma or Extended Diploma in Music: a larger qualification if you want more depth before applying to university or conservatoire.
BA (Hons) Music or Music Performance degree: most universities accept the BTEC National Extended Certificate as part of an application, often alongside A Levels.
Music conservatoire foundation or undergraduate programme: specialist training for performers aiming for a professional performance career.
