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Free Level 1 Music, Performing and Production Arts Course in Poole

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start2 Sep 2026
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 1 Music, Performing and Production Arts Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, daytime, over one year. You'll explore music performance and production, develop creative skills, and get a broad introduction to the equipment, processes, and communication skills used across the arts. The course covers research methods, creative problem-solving, and hands-on work with recording and production. You'll need three GCSEs at grades 1 to 3 including English and maths, or an Entry Level 3 qualification with Functional Skills in English and maths at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

The Level 1 Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts has been

designed to provide students with the knowledge, skills and understanding

necessary to access and progress to further study and training in a range of

music performance and production disciplines.

The qualification will provide students with:

  • An introduction to the skills and knowledge of music, performance and

production

  • An introduction to research for music, performance and production
  • An opportunity to explore and enhance their creative development
  • A broad diagnostic introduction to music, performance and production
  • A standard from which all other learning will develop

Entry requirements

You will need to achieve 3 GCSEs grades 3-1 (formerly D-G) including English and maths grades . Alternatively successful completion of a Foundation Entry Level 3 qualification and have achieved an Entry Level 3 Functional Skill in English and maths. Each applicant will be assessed on their individual merits, and a keen interest in Music, Performing and Production Arts is essential.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the equipment and processes used in music, performing and production arts
  • You'll develop skills in recording and expressing creative ideas
  • You'll learn how contextual research supports creative work
  • You'll practise communication skills used in creative and production contexts
  • You'll work through creative problems using skills and knowledge built across the course
  • You'll identify and develop your personal strengths in music, performing and production arts

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the college, combining practical creative work with research and skills development. Assessment is built into the course through project work, creative tasks, and portfolio evidence. You'll be assessed on your ability to apply skills, knowledge, and understanding across music, performance, and production activities.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Music production assistant: support recording and production sessions in a studio
  • Performing arts technician: assist with technical setup for live events and shows
  • Stage crew member: work on set, lighting, or sound for theatre and live performance
  • Creative arts assistant: support arts projects in community or education settings
  • Events production runner: entry-level role in live events and production companies

What you could study next

This qualification is designed as a stepping stone to further study. You could move on to a Level 2 Diploma in Music, Performing and Production Arts, which builds on the skills and knowledge you've developed here. From there, a Level 3 qualification in music, performing arts, or production opens routes into higher education or specialist training. University of the Arts London offers qualifications at higher levels that build directly on this foundation.

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