Level 3 Music Performance and Production Course in Scunthorpe. Classes run at North Lindsey College, full-time during the day, over one year. If you're 16 to 18 years old, the course may be free. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply depending on your prior qualifications and personal circumstances. This is the second year of a two-year programme, covering composition, sound recording, mixing and production, sequencing, music theory, music business, and live performance. You'll work in a professional recording studio, perform at college events and external venues, and compose music for film, games, and streaming platforms. The course builds toward a final major project you shape yourself.
Who this course is for
The Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance and Production is the second year of a two-year programme. This course provides skills, knowledge and understanding in a range of subject areas such as composition, sound recording, mixing and production, sequencing, music business, music theory, band rehearsal techniques and live performance.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at graded 9 - 4 (or A* - C) including English and Maths or a Level 2 qualification, this is subject to discussion at your interview. Please note: If you are pursuing the performance pathway we expect you to be experienced and proficient on your chosen instrument and/or vocals. A video audition of you playing and/or singing will also need to be submitted to us prior to your interview.
What you will learn
You'll develop skills in sound recording, mixing, and music production.
You'll study composition, including music for film, games, and streaming platforms.
You'll learn music theory and how it applies to performance and production.
You'll practise band rehearsal techniques and live performance.
You'll explore the music business and how the industry works.
You'll use sequencing software and work in a professional recording studio.
You'll plan and complete a final major project, choosing between a live performance, a recording portfolio, or a composition portfolio.
How you will learn
All assessment is through coursework and practical projects. There are no written exams. You'll build a body of work across units covering skill development, specialist study, and preparation for progression. The course ends with a final major project where you choose your own format, such as a 20-minute live performance, a 10-minute recording portfolio, or a 10-minute composition portfolio, agreed with your tutors.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. North Lindsey College will confirm anything else you need before you start. If you're applying for the performance pathway, you'll need to submit a video audition showing your ability on your chosen instrument or vocals before your interview.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Session musician: performing on recordings or at live events
Music producer: creating and recording tracks in a studio
Sound engineer: managing audio for live events or recordings
Music composer: writing music for film, TV, games, or streaming
Live sound technician: running audio at venues and events
Music teacher or tutor: teaching instruments or music theory
Artist manager: supporting musicians with their careers
What you could study next
Degree in Music Production or Music Performance: a natural next step after this level 3 music performance and production qualification, deepening your specialist skills at university level.
Higher National Diploma (HND) in Music: a two-year higher education route available at some colleges if you want to progress without moving straight to a full degree.
BTEC Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Music: a one-year higher education option focused on practical music skills.
