Level 3 Creative Music Industry Course in Lincoln. Classes run at Access Creative College Lincoln, full-time during the day. 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 could help cover the cost. This creative music industry qualification covers composing, producing, and performing electronic and digital music using industry hardware and software. You'll also have the option to DJ your work at live events. The course runs for 72 weeks. You'll need four or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English.
Who this course is for
If you are a musician, vocalist or singer/songwriter who wants to develop skills for university or professional work, then this is the course for you. You will gain in-depth skills in all areas of music performance, including
musicianship, songwriting, repertoire development, rehearsal skills and live and recorded performance.
Ideal for young musicians aged 16+. We work with guitarists, bass players, keyboard players, drummers, vocalists, singer/ songwriters, percussionists, horn players, string players. Whatever you play we can help you develop your skills!
For musicians into creating and performing any style of popular music, from metal, indie and alternative to folk, funk, soul, jazz and blues.
Based around real-world projects with opportunities to write, record and perform. Performances range from gigs in local venues to festivals such as Latitude.
Linked to business, allowing you to map out your future career. Creative industries in the UK are out-performing almost all other areas of the UK economy and now support over 1.7 million jobs.
Designed to give you more than music in that you will also gain valuable job skills and life skills.
Linked to nationally-recognised music qualifications.
Graded Good by Ofsted in 2016.
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 professional hardware and software
You'll develop skills in electronic music production across genres including drum and bass, techno, dubstep, and house
You'll create music for media, including film, games, and advertising
You'll record and arrange original tracks in a studio environment
You'll perform and DJ your own work at live events
You'll build a portfolio of creative music work suitable for university or professional settings
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on studio work at Access Creative College Lincoln. Assessment is through coursework, practical projects, and portfolio evidence. You'll produce and present original music across a range of briefs, demonstrating your skills in composition, production, and performance.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Lincoln will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks for artists or labels
DJ: perform live at events, clubs, or festivals
Composer for media: write music for film, TV, games, or adverts
Audio engineer: record and mix music in a studio
Music content creator: produce original music for digital platforms
Events sound technician: manage live sound at venues and events
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 HNC/HND in Music Production or Music Technology: a natural next step if you want to specialise further before entering the industry
BA (Hons) in Music Production, Music Technology, or Songwriting: many universities accept this qualification for degree entry, letting you build on your creative music industry classes at a higher level
BTEC Higher National in Creative Media Production: broadens your options into wider creative industries
