Free BTEC Level 3 Music Performance Course in Lutterworth

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

About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Music Performance Course in Lutterworth. Classes run at Lutterworth College, full-time over two years. This level 3 btec music performance course introduces you to the music industry and develops your musical skills, knowledge and understanding through practical, applied learning. You take creative control of your work and build highly developed performance skills. Entry requires a grade 5 or above in GCSE Music, plus a minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 including Maths and English Language or English Literature.

Who this course is for

We offer a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Music Performance. The BTEC music course introduces pupils to the world of music careers and a greater understanding into the music industry. The BTEC course is taught in a way where pupils are encouraged to take creative control and arm pupils with highly developed musical skill, knowledge and understanding.

The course encourages and stimulates students’ achievement through practical learning and forms of assessment based on applied knowledge and understanding of the relevant subject area. BTEC courses provide considerable opportunities for teamwork and in-depth study based on specialist activities. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level qualification.

The extra-curricular music programmes available enables and supports musicianship in students of varying abilities, giving opportunities for students to experience a wide variety of genres and musical ensembles. As well as all-inclusive ensembles for mixed ability students who want the enjoyment of performing with others and developing their musical skills through our ‘School of Rock’ performance group, we also offer students the chance to audition for more advanced musical groups such as the opportunity of performing in the School Production Band (for students Grade 5+ on their instrument) or by auditioning to be a member of the cast, where the expectation is that all cast members and musicians develop performance talent and professionalism.

https://www.lutterworthcollege.com/Faculties/Music/

Entry requirements

Level 5 or above in GCSE Music

What you will learn

  • You'll develop advanced practical music performance skills.
  • You'll study how the music industry works and the careers within it.
  • You'll take creative control of your own musical projects.
  • You'll build knowledge and understanding of music at Level 3.
  • You'll apply your learning through performance-based and practical assessment.

How you will learn

Learning is classroom based and practical, with assessment through applied tasks rather than traditional written exams. The btec music performance qualification uses coursework and performance evidence to assess your skills. You'll work on projects that reflect real music industry contexts, building a portfolio of work across the two-year course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Lutterworth College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Music performer, working as a solo or ensemble musician
  • Session musician, recording and performing for other artists
  • Music teacher or tutor, teaching instruments or theory
  • Music producer, creating and recording tracks in a studio
  • Live sound technician, managing audio at events and venues
  • Music events coordinator, organising concerts and performances

What you could study next

  • Pearson Edexcel BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music, a Level 4 qualification for deeper specialist study.
  • BA (Hons) Music Performance at university, building on your BTEC to develop professional-level performance skills.
  • BA (Hons) Music Production or Music Technology, if you want to move into the technical and creative production side of the industry.

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