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BTEC Level 3 Sound Engineering Course in London for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Sound Engineering Courses in London.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Sound Engineering Course in London. Classes run at Greig City Academy, full-time during the day.

The course covers the technical and creative skills behind professional audio. You'll study recording, mixing, music production, and the technology used in studios and live sound environments. The course runs over two years and suits those aiming for a career in music technology or sound engineering.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Certificate in Sound Engineering.

Who this course is for

Students wishing to study a career in music technology or sound engineering

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to record and capture audio in professional settings.
  • You'll develop mixing and editing skills using industry-standard software.
  • You'll study the principles of music production and digital audio.
  • You'll explore live sound and the technology behind it.
  • You'll understand signal flow, acoustics, and audio equipment.
  • You'll work on creative projects that reflect real studio and live environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical studio work at Greig City Academy. Assessment is through a combination of coursework, projects, and assignments. The BTEC format means most of your work is assessed through units rather than a single final exam, letting you build a portfolio of evidence across the two years.

What you will need to bring

Greig City Academy will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Sound engineer, works in recording studios or live music venues.
  • Music producer, creates and oversees recorded music projects.
  • Audio technician, sets up and operates sound equipment for events.
  • Broadcast sound assistant, supports audio for TV, radio, or film productions.
  • Live sound operator, manages front-of-house or monitor sound at events.
  • Studio assistant, supports recording sessions and studio operations.

What you could study next

  • HNC in Music Technology (Level 4), a natural next step into higher technical study.
  • HND in Music Production (Level 5), builds on Level 3 skills toward degree-level entry.
  • Bachelor's degree in Sound Engineering or Music Technology (Level 6), for those aiming at senior roles in the industry.
  • BTEC Higher National qualifications in Creative Media Production, for those interested in broadening into film or broadcast audio.
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