Level 3 Creative Music Industry Course in Norwich. Classes run at Access Creative College Norwich, 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 may be available to help with costs. You'll develop in-depth skills in composing, producing, and recording music using hardware and software, with the option to perform 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 industry-standard hardware and software.
You'll record and arrange music across a range of styles, from electronic genres to media and film.
You'll develop DJ skills and perform your work at live events.
You'll create music for different contexts, including games, adverts, and film.
You'll build a portfolio of original music production work.
You'll develop knowledge of how the professional music industry operates.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Access Creative College Norwich, combining practical studio work with taught content. Assessment is through coursework, projects, and practical performance. You'll produce and present original work as evidence of your skills throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Norwich will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks for artists or media
DJ: perform live at events and venues
Sound engineer: record and mix audio in studios or at live events
Music composer for media: write music for games, film, and adverts
Studio assistant: support recording sessions and production work
Music content creator: produce original music for online platforms
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 or instead of a full degree.
BA (Hons) in Music Production, Music Technology, or a related subject: many universities accept this qualification for degree entry, letting you develop your skills to a professional level.
