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Free Level 2 Music Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 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 Barnsley. Classes run at Barnsley College, full-time during the day.

The course covers instrumental development, playing in bands, rehearsing, and performing live. You'll also explore music production and the skills needed to work in the creative industries. It runs over one year. You'll need three GCSEs at grade A* to C, including English at grade 3 and maths at grade 2 or above. A basic standard of musicianship is required, and you'll demonstrate your musical skills at interview.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production.

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Award and Diploma in Music, Performance and Production endeavours to provide you with an introduction to music, performing and production, encouraging re-engagement with education and the skills and understanding to progress to further education or employment within the creative industries. Course content: This is a very practical course that provides many opportunities for instrumental development, playing in bands, rehearsing and gigging. This course will help you to understand music and music theory plus will teach you skills in: Rehearsal techniques for musicians. Planning and creating a music product. Singing. Working as a musical ensemble. Solo musical performance. Exploring the music profession. Upon successful completion of this course you could progress into Employment: this course can form the foundations for future study and work in this industry. Or Education: You could progress onto an Extended Diploma course at Barnsley College in an area of Music such as Music or Music Technology. To do so you need to achieve a Merit grade for your Diploma. To progress onto the Extended Diploma in Music Technology you need to gain GCSE Maths at grade C or above and we can offer this alongside the Diploma course. Many students then continue to university.

Entry requirements

Three GCSEs at grade A* to C or above plus GCSE English at grade 3 also GCSE maths at grade 2 or above. You will need to have a basic standard of musicianship. You will also need to demonstrate your musical skills at interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your skills on your chosen instrument.
  • You'll rehearse and perform as part of a band.
  • You'll learn how to prepare for and deliver live gigs.
  • You'll explore music production techniques.
  • You'll build an understanding of the creative industries.
  • You'll develop your musicianship and performance confidence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in the classroom and performance spaces. The course includes instrumental workshops, band rehearsals, and live performances. Assessment is based on practical performance work and coursework tasks completed throughout the year. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College 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 records tracks in a studio setting.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio for live events or recording sessions.
  • Music teacher or tutor, teaches instrument skills to individuals or groups.
  • Studio assistant, supports recording and production work in a professional studio.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Technology, the natural next step for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Level 3 Music Production qualification, for learners focused on studio and production work.
  • Higher National Certificate or Degree in Music, for those aiming toward a career in performance, production, or the wider music industry.
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