Free Level 2 Music Performance and Production Course in Sheffield. Classes run full-time at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, with daytime attendance across one year. You'll develop skills in both performing and producing music, covering the practical and technical sides of the industry. The course is validated by University of the Arts London, a well-known name in creative arts education. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this level 2 music performance and production qualification is the right fit, and the centre will use it to shape your learning.
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 your skills in live music performance across a range of styles and contexts.
You'll learn the technical processes involved in music production, including recording and editing.
You'll explore how to use industry-standard equipment and software in a studio environment.
You'll study how music is created, arranged, and presented for different audiences.
You'll build your ability to work creatively and collaboratively on music projects.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and practical studio work. Assessment is through coursework and practical performance or production tasks. There are no written exams. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills across the course. Check the centre's website for the most up-to-date details on assessment requirements.
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
Music producer: create and record tracks in a studio setting.
Live sound technician: manage audio for live events and venues.
Session musician: perform as a hired musician for recordings or tours.
Music teacher or tutor: teach music in schools or community settings.
Studio assistant: support recording sessions and studio operations.
Events and venue technician: handle technical production for music events.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Production: a natural next step if you want to go deeper into either specialism or prepare for higher education.
Level 4 or degree-level study in Music or Music Technology: many universities accept Level 3 music qualifications for entry onto undergraduate programmes.
Music industry apprenticeships: combine work and study in a professional setting once you have a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification behind you.
