Free Level 3 Music Performance and Production Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Barnsley College, full-time during the day, over two years. You'll study a wide range of music technology themes, from music production techniques and audio engineering to sound for film and live sound. The course also prepares you for university-level study in music and music technology related subjects. To join, you'll need four GCSEs at grade A* to C, including maths and English at grade 4, plus a competent standard of musicianship.
Who this course is for
This course enables students to develop the skills needed to work within the sound/music and broadcasting/film industry plus prepare for university courses in music/music technology related subjects. A wide range of music technology related themes will be studied including: music production techniques and audio engineering principles, planning and delivering a music product, music sequencing, sound for the moving image and sound creation and manipulation, the sound and music industry, live sound techniques; acoustics and music technology in performance.
Course content:
On this course you will learn how to create a music product, develop your listening skills and be introduced to acoustics. You will look at modern and pop music in practice as well as music technology in performance. You will spend a large amount of time in the recording studios helping to develop your engineering and production skills. There will be opportunities for you work on real live projects including location and studio based client work. Units will include areas such as:
Music and sounds for multimedia.
Music Production techniques.
Music sequencing.
Operating live sound.
Composing music.
Music theory and harmony.
Singing and keyboards.
Upon successful completion of this course you could progress into Employment: this course can form the foundations for future study and work in this industry. Former students have gained employment as Studio Recording Engineers, Live Sound Engineers and Television Composers while others have performed at Glastonbury, Download and Leeds Festivals. Or Education: you could progress to university to further develop your skills and knowledge of this area.
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade A* to C including GCSE maths at grade 4 plus GCSE English at grade 4.
You will be required to have a competent standard of musicianship.
What you will learn
You'll develop music production techniques and audio engineering principles.
You'll plan and deliver a music product from concept to completion.
You'll work with music sequencing software and tools.
You'll create and manipulate sound for moving image projects.
You'll study live sound, including how to set up and operate live audio.
You'll explore the structure and workings of the sound and music industry.
You'll build skills relevant to broadcasting and film production contexts.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Barnsley College, combining practical music technology work with underpinning knowledge. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical projects, and portfolio evidence. You'll plan and deliver real music products as part of your assessment, applying skills across production, engineering, and live sound.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music producer: create and develop recorded music tracks
Audio engineer: record, mix, and master sound in studios
Live sound technician: operate audio equipment at live events
Sound designer for film or TV: create soundscapes for moving image
Broadcast technician: manage audio for radio or television output
Music technology teacher or tutor: teach music production skills
Studio assistant: support recording sessions in a professional studio
What you could study next
A degree in Music Production, Music Technology, or Sound Engineering at university. The University of the Arts London Extended Diploma is well regarded for entry to higher education in these fields.
A degree in Music Performance if you want to develop your live and compositional skills further.
An Apprenticeship in Sound Production or Broadcasting, combining work experience with further qualifications.
