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Free Level 2 Music Course in Sheffield – The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus

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

Free Level 2 Music Performance and Production Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers both the practical and technical sides of music. You'll develop performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice, and learn how to produce and record music in a studio setting. Topics include music theory, composition, live performance, and audio production. The course runs over one year.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production.

Who this course is for

The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.

Entry requirements

Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice.
  • You'll learn how to record and produce music using industry-standard software.
  • You'll study music theory and composition.
  • You'll practise live performance in front of an audience.
  • You'll learn the basics of audio engineering and sound production.
  • You'll explore songwriting and arranging techniques.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical workshops, studio sessions, and classroom lessons. Assessment is through performance, portfolio work, and practical projects. You'll build a body of work across the year that demonstrates your skills in both performance and production.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Musician, performs live or in studio sessions as a solo artist or band member.
  • Music producer, creates and records tracks for artists or commercial projects.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio for live events or recording studios.
  • Session musician, plays on recordings for other artists.
  • Music teacher, delivers lessons in schools or privately.
  • Studio assistant, supports recording sessions and production work.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Technology, the natural next step for those wanting to go deeper into the subject.
  • A university degree in Music, Music Production, or Sound Engineering, for those aiming for a professional career in the industry.
  • An Apprenticeship in Creative and Cultural Skills, combining work experience with further study.
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