BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Birmingham. Classes run at South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus, full-time over two years. Fees vary depending on your circumstances. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply. This level 3 btec music course focuses on music production, studio engineering, and live sound. You'll work in Mac sequencing suites, professional recording studios, and a 350-seat auditorium. The course is practical throughout, developing your production and live sound techniques.
Who this course is for
This music performance course is for recent school-leavers and adults alike. It is taught at our Digbeth campus and suitable for all instrumentalists or vocalists who have some proficiency and a passion to develop as a performer. Students will develop individual performance skills in addition to working with other performers on collaborative recording projects and performances.
Entry requirements
You will need either:� A minimum of 5 GCSEs Grade 4 or above including English and maths or equivalent qualifications and a successful audition on the instrument of your choice (or vocals).� A BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Music Industry Skills Mature students will be considered bas
What you will learn
You'll develop music production techniques using sequencing software in a professional Mac suite.
You'll record and produce tracks in a professional recording studio environment.
You'll learn live sound techniques in a large-scale auditorium setting.
You'll build studio engineering skills, including signal flow and mixing.
You'll practise sequencing and arrangement as part of your production work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in recording studios, Mac sequencing suites, and a live auditorium. Classroom-based teaching covers the theory behind music production and sound engineering. Assessment is through coursework, practical projects, and portfolio evidence, in line with the Pearson Edexcel BTEC framework. There are no written exams for this qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South & City College Birmingham Digbeth Campus 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.
Studio engineer: record, mix, and master audio professionally.
Live sound technician: manage sound for live events and venues.
Audio technician: set up and operate sound equipment for productions.
Session musician support: coordinate recording sessions in a studio.
Broadcast sound assistant: work on audio for TV, radio, or online content.
What you could study next
HNC or HND in Music Production (Level 4 or 5): a natural next step if you want to go deeper into production or engineering.
BA (Hons) in Music Production or Music Technology: a degree route for those aiming for senior creative or technical roles in the industry.
BTEC Higher National Certificate in Creative Media Production: broadens your skills across audio, video, and digital media.
