Level 3 Creative Music Industry Course in Plymouth. Classes run at Access Creative College Plymouth, 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 industry hardware and software. The course covers a wide range of styles, from electronic genres to music for media, film, and games. You'll also have the option to perform your work at live events. Entry requires four or more GCSEs at grades 9 to 4, including English. The course runs for 72 weeks.
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 record and arrange music across a range of styles, including electronic, media, and film music.
You'll develop skills in DJing and performing your work at live events.
You'll learn music production techniques for genres such as drum and bass, techno, dubstep, and house.
You'll create music for media contexts including games, film, and advertising.
You'll build a working knowledge of the creative music industry and professional practice.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions and hands-on studio work at Access Creative College Plymouth. Assessment is through coursework, practical projects, and portfolio evidence. You'll work on real production briefs and build a body of work across the course. Live performance opportunities form part of your learning, giving you practical experience alongside your technical studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Access Creative College Plymouth 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 at live events, clubs, or online platforms.
Music composer for media: write music for games, film, or advertising.
Studio technician: support recording sessions in a professional studio.
Audio engineer: manage sound for recordings or live events.
Music content creator: produce original music for digital and social platforms.
What you could study next
Level 4 or Level 5 Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music Production or Music Technology: the next step if you want to specialise further before entering the industry.
A degree in Music Production, Music Technology, or a related subject: many universities accept this qualification as part of their entry criteria.
An Advanced Learner Loan can help fund Level 4 and above study if fees apply.
