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BTEC Level 3 Music Technology Course in Bolton for 16 to 18 Year Olds – The Sixth Form Bolton

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Music Technology Course in Bolton. Classes run at The Sixth Form Bolton, full-time over two years.

The course covers music production, studio recording, mixing, and the sound and music industry. You'll work with digital audio workstations, synthesisers, samplers, and professional studio equipment. Units include remixing, creative synthesis, foley recording, and mixing and mastering techniques. Entry requires a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three at grade 4 or 5, including English Language and Maths.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Music Technology.

Who this course is for

This is a very practical course that will enable you to develop a range of skills including music production, studio recording and mixing, along with studying the sound and music industry. The teachers draw on their expertise gained from working professionally as both musicians and music producers; providing their students with the very best tuition.

Entry requirements

Students studying three A Levels will be expected to have a minimum of two GCSEs at grade 6 and three GCSEs at grade 5/4, including English Language and Mathematics at grade 5/4 or above. Or eight GCSEs at a minimum of grade 5. This course may be taken alongside A Level courses and may be more suited to learners with a strong profile of prior attainment in vocational studies.

What you will learn

  • You'll produce music using digital audio workstations (DAWs)
  • You'll record and mix audio in a professional studio setting
  • You'll create foley sounds and music for media such as films, games, and apps
  • You'll use synthesisers and samplers for creative sound design
  • You'll remix and rework existing musical material to a professional standard
  • You'll apply mixing and mastering techniques to DAW projects
  • You'll develop knowledge of the sound and music industry

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on studio sessions in the classroom. Assessment is based on coursework and portfolio projects rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of professional-quality work across units, including remixes, foley tracks, and DAW productions. Teaching draws on professional experience in music production and studio work.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sixth Form Bolton will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Music producer, creates and produces recorded music tracks.
  • Sound engineer, records and mixes audio in studios or live settings.
  • Foley artist, creates sound effects for film, TV, and games.
  • Audio post-production assistant, edits and mixes sound for media projects.
  • Music technology technician, supports studios and live sound setups.

What you could study next

  • A Level Music Technology, a natural next step for those wanting deeper theoretical grounding.
  • Higher National Certificate or Degree in Music Production or Audio Engineering, for learners aiming for senior roles in the industry.
  • Degree in Sound Design or Music Technology at university, building on the skills gained in this Diploma.
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