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Level 3 Music Course in Rossendale for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration24 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyRSL

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About this course

Free Level 3 Music Course in Rossendale. Classes run at Alder Grange School, full-time during the day over two years.

The course covers music performance, music technology, and music production. You'll develop practical skills in creating, recording, and performing music. Topics include composition, sound engineering techniques, and working with music software. You'll need a Level 2 qualification to join.

You'll finish with a Subsidiary Diploma for Music Practitioners.

Who this course is for

Students interested in learning about and performing music

Entry requirements

Level 2

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in music performance and live playing.
  • You'll learn how to record and produce music using industry software.
  • You'll study composition and how to create original pieces.
  • You'll explore sound engineering and how audio is captured and mixed.
  • You'll build an understanding of music technology and how it shapes modern music.
  • You'll practise working across different music styles and genres.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions, practical workshops, and studio-based work. Assessment includes coursework, performance tasks, and portfolio evidence. You'll complete units covering both the creative and technical sides of music. Work is assessed on an ongoing basis throughout the two years.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Alder Grange School will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Musician, performs live or records as a session or solo artist.
  • Music producer, creates and produces tracks in a studio setting.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio recording and mixing for music or events.
  • Music teacher, delivers music tuition in schools or community settings.
  • Studio technician, supports recording sessions and maintains studio equipment.
  • Live sound operator, runs audio for live events and venues.

What you could study next

  • A Level Music Technology, a natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge before higher education.
  • BA (Hons) Music Production or Music Performance, a degree-level route for those aiming to work professionally in the music industry.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Music Business, useful if you want to move into the commercial side of the industry.
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