Free BTEC Level 3 Music Course in Hitchin. Classes run at The Priory School Hitchin, full-time over two years. You'll start with an initial assessment to confirm the course is the right fit. The course covers music performance, composition, and music industry knowledge at Level 3. It's a Pearson Edexcel qualification, so your level 3 BTEC music qualification carries weight with universities and employers. To join, you'll typically need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. Some subjects have additional entry requirements, detailed in the consortium prospectus.
Who this course is for
Students entering Year 12
Entry requirements
The standard entry requirement for the Hitchin Consortium is five Grade 9-4 GCSE's or equivalent, including English & Maths at Grade 4 or above. Most subjects will have additional entry requirements which are detailed in our prospectus on each school website.
What you will learn
You'll develop performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice
You'll study music composition and arranging techniques
You'll explore music theory and how it applies to performance and composition
You'll learn about the music industry, including how it is structured and how artists work within it
You'll develop skills in recording and music technology
You'll build the ability to analyse and respond to a range of musical styles and genres
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical performance work, and coursework assignments. Assessment is largely through internally assessed units, which include performances, compositions, and written assignments. Some units may include externally assessed tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build a portfolio of work across the two years, with regular feedback from your teachers to support your progress.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Priory School Hitchin will confirm anything else you need before you start. You should expect to bring your own instrument if you play one, though check with the centre about what is available on site.
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
Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or theory privately or in schools
Sound technician: operate audio equipment at events or in studios
Music journalist or blogger: write about artists, albums, and the industry
Events and venue coordinator: organise live music events and performances
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Music or Music Performance: a degree at a conservatoire or university, building directly on your BTEC qualification
BA (Hons) in Music Production or Sound Engineering: for those drawn toward the technical side of music
Level 4 Certificate in Music Business: if you want to move into management, promotion, or the commercial side of the industry
PGCE in Music: for those who want to teach music in secondary schools after completing a degree
