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 producer 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 composing music using hardware and software with
the option to DJ your work at live events.
Ideal for school leavers aged 16+ looking to create and perform electronic digital music.
Perfect for producers into creating and recording any style from drum n bass, techno, dubstep and house to media, film, games and advert music.
Designed to allow options to perform/DJ your music using software and hardware controllers and collaborations with musicians.
Based around real-world projects with opportunities to record and release tracks, undertake remix projects, create music for media applications such as adverts and computer games, and create live sets.
Integrated into the industry. Through our partnership with Focusrite, you will have the opportunity to get over 500 worth of FREE plug-ins, including the Scarlett compressor, EQ and reverb, the classic Midnight and Red Suites with their iconic compressors and equalisers, and the Softube bundle with reverb, delay and distortion.
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
