Level 3 Creative Music Industry Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Access Creative College Birmingham, full-time during the day over 72 weeks. Tuition is free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though an Advanced Learner Loan may be available to help cover costs. You'll need four or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English. The course covers composing, producing, and recording music across a wide range of styles, using hardware and software, with the option to perform your work at live events.
Who this course is for
If you are a vocalist who wants to develop skills for university or professional work, then this is the course for you. You will gain in-depth skills in vocal health, singing, rapping, harmony, musicianship, songwriting, repertoire development, rehearsal skills and live and recorded performance.
Entry requirements
Four or more GCSEs at grades 9-4 (A*-C), including English (Language or Literature).
What you will learn
You'll compose and produce music using industry-standard hardware and software.
You'll record music across a range of styles, from electronic genres to media and film soundtracks.
You'll develop DJ skills and perform your work at live events.
You'll build knowledge of the creative music industry and how it works professionally.
You'll create music for different contexts, including games, adverts, and film.
You'll develop skills to support progression to university or professional music work.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Access Creative College Birmingham, combining practical production work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework, projects, and portfolio evidence built up over the course. You may also be assessed through live performance elements. There are no written exams.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Birmingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks for artists or sync licensing
DJ: perform at live events, clubs, or festivals
Sound designer: create audio for games, film, or advertising
Music composer: write original music for media and commercial projects
Studio engineer: support recording sessions in a professional studio
Music content creator: produce original music for online platforms and brands
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 HND in Music Production or Music Technology: a natural next step if you want to deepen your technical skills before entering the industry.
BA (Hons) in Music Production, Music Technology, or a related degree: many universities accept this qualification for direct entry onto undergraduate programmes.
Professional certifications in audio software (such as Ableton or Pro Tools): short courses that add specific technical credentials valued by employers.
