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Free BTEC Level 3 Music Performance Course in Southwark

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Music Performance Course in Southwark. Classes run at Sacred Heart Catholic School, full-time over two years. This level 3 btec music performance course is equivalent to A Level Music and is designed to be studied alongside other A Levels or BTECs. You'll develop musical skills and techniques through rehearsal and performance. Entry requires GCSE Music at Grade 7 or above (or a graded instrument equivalent), Grade 5 in GCSE English, and Grade 4 in GCSE Maths. You may be asked to audition. The course runs subject to sufficient interest.

Who this course is for

The BTEC Extended Certificate in Music Performance is equivalent to A level Music and should be studied alongside other A levels or BTECs. It is for students who want to develop musical skills and techniques in rehearsal and performance and have an experience already of a musical instrument.

This course will only run subject to interest and numbers

Entry requirements

GCSE Music at Grade 7 or above (or Graded Instrument equivalent) - You may be asked to audition. Grade 5 in GCSE English Grade 4 in GCSE Maths

What you will learn

  • You'll develop musical skills and techniques through structured rehearsal and performance practice.
  • You'll refine your ability on your chosen instrument or voice to a higher level.
  • You'll study professional practice within the music performance sector.
  • You'll build experience preparing and delivering performances for different contexts.
  • You'll develop your understanding of musical skills in relation to industry expectations.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions, practical rehearsals, and performance activities. Assessment combines internally assessed coursework with externally assessed components set by Pearson Edexcel. Your work is assessed through performance tasks, portfolio evidence, and written assignments. Guided learning totals 180 hours across the two years of study.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Sacred Heart Catholic School will confirm anything else you need before you start. You will need access to your own instrument, as the course requires existing experience of playing one.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Performing musician: work as a session or live performer
  • Music teacher or tutor: teach instrument or vocal skills privately or in schools
  • Music studio assistant: support recording and production sessions
  • Community arts worker: deliver music workshops in community settings
  • Theatre or events technician: support live performance production
  • Choir or ensemble director: lead group music-making in community or education

What you could study next

  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance: a larger qualification that covers more ground, including musical skills development and professional practice, and carries more UCAS points for university applications.
  • BA (Hons) Music Performance or Music degree: the natural next step for learners aiming for higher education in music.
  • Music conservatoire audition programmes: specialist training routes for performance-focused learners.
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