Free BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Gosport. Classes run at St Vincent Sixth Form College, full-time during the day. This level 3 btec music course runs for 35 weeks and covers the practical and theoretical skills you need to work or progress in music. You'll develop your performance, composition, and music industry knowledge through a Pearson Edexcel qualification that carries real weight with universities and employers. The 98% BTEC pass rate at the college reflects the quality of teaching across creative subjects.
Who this course is for
16-18 Study Programme
What you will learn
You'll develop your performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice.
You'll study music theory and how it applies to composition and arrangement.
You'll create and record original compositions.
You'll explore the music industry, including how it is structured and how to navigate it.
You'll analyse a range of musical styles and genres.
You'll build skills in music technology and production techniques.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical workshops, and studio work. Assessment is through coursework, performance portfolios, and practical projects rather than traditional exams. You'll build a body of work across the year that demonstrates your skills in performance, composition, and music knowledge.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Vincent Sixth Form College 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 producer: create and record tracks in a studio setting
Sound technician: manage audio for live events or recordings
Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or theory to individuals or groups
Music journalist or blogger: write about artists, albums, and the industry
Events coordinator (music): organise concerts, festivals, or live performances
What you could study next
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Music (Level 3): a larger qualification that opens more university routes and deepens specialist study.
BA (Hons) in Music or Music Production: a degree for those wanting to work at a professional level in performance, production, or the music industry.
Music Technology or Sound Engineering Diploma (Level 4 or 5): a technical route into studio and live sound work.
