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Free Level 2 Music Course in Poole

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Music Performance and Production Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, full-time during the day. The course runs for one year.

You'll explore composition, rehearsal techniques, and music technology. The course covers the history and context of music, communication with an audience, and the range of roles in the music industry. You'll also look at health and safety as it applies to performers and production teams. A practical audition and interview are part of the entry process. Entry requires at least four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and Maths.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Music Performance and Production.

Who this course is for

The UAL Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress to further study and training in a range of music industry-related sectors including music performance, production, promotion, events, composition and others. The qualification has been designed for students who have an interest in music performance and/or music production, and who wish to explore and extend this interest via a full-time, immersive learning experience. Many students will have identified a specific career in the music industry that they wish to progress to (e.g. performer, songwriter, producer, engineer etc), using this qualification as a starting point.

Entry requirements

Students should have a minimum of 4 x GCSE’s at Grade 3 or above (including English and Maths at minimum of Grade 3). It is expected that all students will be able to demonstrate some musicianship skills on an instrument/voice. All students will complete a practical audition/interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop composition skills and learn how to structure original music.
  • You'll practise rehearsal techniques and understand the process of preparing a performance.
  • You'll use music technology in both performance and production contexts.
  • You'll study the history and cultural context of music performance and production.
  • You'll learn how to communicate with an audience as a performer or producer.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and responsibilities within the music industry.
  • You'll understand health and safety as it applies to live performance and production environments.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, studio-based and classroom activities. Assessment includes performance work, production tasks, and research projects. You'll demonstrate your skills through collaborative and individual projects. A practical audition and interview take place before you start the course.

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

  • Musician, performs live or records as a solo artist or band member.
  • Music producer, creates and develops recordings in a studio setting.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio for live events or studio sessions.
  • Music promoter, organises and markets live music events.
  • Songwriter, writes music and lyrics for artists or sync placements.
  • Music events coordinator, plans and runs concerts and music festivals.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Production, the next step for those aiming to work professionally in the music industry.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology, for learners who want to specialise in studio and production work.
  • Higher National Certificate in Music, a higher-level route into music industry careers or university study.
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