Free Level 3 Music Performance and Production Course in Exeter. Classes run full-time during the day at Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries. This is a substantial course, covering 488 hours of study across performance and production technology. You'll develop skills in both live music performance and studio-based production, working toward a University of the Arts London qualification that carries real weight in the creative industries. Entry requirements are set by the college, so check the college website or call to speak to an advisor before you apply.
Who this course is for
For Details about UAL EXTENDED DIPLOMA IN MUSIC PERFORMANCE AND PRODUCTION (PERFORMANCE) - LEVEL 3. Please see the College Website for details (https://www.exe-coll.ac.uk/1618/) or alternatively please call to speak to a college advisor
Entry requirements
See website for futher details
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in live music performance across a range of contexts.
You'll learn music production and technology techniques used in professional studio environments.
You'll explore music theory and how it applies to both performance and production.
You'll work with industry-standard software and equipment used in music recording and production.
You'll build a portfolio of creative work that demonstrates your performance and production abilities.
You'll study the music industry, including how it operates and how to navigate it professionally.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and in specialist music and studio facilities at Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries. You'll be assessed through a combination of practical performance work, production projects, and coursework assignments. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course rather than through a single final exam, so your work is evaluated as you progress through each unit.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Exeter College Centre for Creative Industries will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and record tracks in studio settings
Session musician: perform on recordings and live sessions for other artists
Sound engineer: manage audio for live events or studio recordings
Music teacher or tutor: teach performance or production skills to others
Live sound technician: operate sound equipment at venues and events
Music promoter or events coordinator: organise and promote live music events
Content creator: produce music-led content for digital platforms
What you could study next
BA (Hons) in Music or Music Production: a degree at a UK university or arts college, building on your UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma. Many universities recognise this qualification for entry.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music: a Level 5 qualification offering a more vocational route into the music industry.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music: a one-year Level 4 course that bridges the gap between Level 3 and degree-level study.
