Free BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Bexley. Classes run at Cleeve Park School, full-time during the day over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec music qualification covers both music performance and the music industry. You'll study practical music theory, professional practice, and ensemble performance, then choose a specialist unit in composing, improvising, or solo performance. Entry requirements are a grade 6 in Music and grade 5 in English. The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by universities as contributing to degree entry requirements.
Who this course is for
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance is intended to be an Applied General qualification. It is for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the music sector or the creative sector as a whole. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to provide a coherent course of study covering both performance and the music industry. It is designed to be taken alongside other Level 3 qualifications. No prior study of the sector is needed, but learners should normally have a range of achievement at level 2, in GCSEs or equivalent qualifications.
Entry requirements
6 - Music | 5 - English
What you will learn
You'll develop practical music theory and harmony skills.
You'll explore professional practice in the music industry.
You'll perform as part of an ensemble.
You'll build your personal vocal or instrumental technique.
You'll choose a specialist area: composing, improvising, or solo performance.
You'll develop communication and teamworking skills valued by employers and universities.
How you will learn
You'll learn through applied, practical study in the classroom. Assessment is unit-based and includes a mix of coursework and performance tasks. Three mandatory units are assessed through set assignments and practical performance. Your optional unit allows you to focus on a specialist area. There are no traditional written exams for all units; assessment is ongoing throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Cleeve Park School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music performer. Work as a solo or ensemble musician.
Music producer. Create and record tracks in a studio setting.
Music teacher or tutor. Teach instruments or theory privately or in schools.
Events and venue technician. Support live music events and productions.
Arts administrator. Work behind the scenes in the creative sector.
Community arts worker. Deliver music projects in community settings.
What you could study next
BA (Hons) Music or Music Performance. A degree is the natural next step, and this qualification carries UCAS points toward entry requirements.
BA (Hons) Music Production or Sound Engineering. For those drawn to the technical and studio side of the industry.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Music. A larger qualification if you want to study more units before applying to university.
