Level 3 Creative Music Industry Course in London. Classes run at Access Creative College London, 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 with costs. This creative music industry qualification covers composing, producing, and recording music using hardware and software, with opportunities to perform at live events. The course runs over 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 industry-standard hardware and software.
You'll record music across a range of styles, from electronic genres to media, film, and games soundtracks.
You'll develop skills in DJing and performing your work at live events.
You'll explore music production techniques for different commercial contexts, including advertising and film.
You'll build a working knowledge of the creative music industry and how it operates professionally.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Access Creative College London, combining practical studio work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework, projects, and practical performance or production tasks. You'll build a portfolio of work across the course, demonstrating your skills in composing, recording, and producing music.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College London will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks for artists or commercial clients.
DJ: perform live sets at events, clubs, or online.
Film and TV composer: write music for screen productions.
Games audio designer: produce sound and music for video games.
Recording studio assistant: support sessions and manage studio equipment.
Music content creator: produce original music for digital platforms and brands.
Advertising music producer: create audio for commercial campaigns.
What you could study next
A degree in Music Production, Music Technology, or a related creative subject at university - this level 3 creative music industry qualification is designed to prepare you for higher education.
A Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music or Music Production, if you want a shorter higher-education route before moving into work.
