Free Level 3 Music Practitioner Course in Tenterden. Classes run at Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre, full-time during the day over two years. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including grade 4 in English. If you haven't taken GCSE Music, you'll audition before being accepted, as performance is a core part of the assessment. The course covers music practice at a high level, and you'll perform regularly throughout.
Who this course is for
This course is open to ambitious and enthusiastic students who will be starting Year 12 in September 2024 and who meet the entry requirements. All applicants must have selected the equivalent of 3 Level 3 courses which must be chosen from different option blocks which can be found on our website.
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at grade 4 and above including a grade 4 at English GCSE and if you have not taken GCSEMusic, you will need to audition prior to being accepted onto the course as you will be required to perform regularly as part of the assessment process.
What you will learn
You'll develop performance skills across your chosen instrument or voice.
You'll study music theory and how it applies to practice.
You'll explore music composition and arrangement.
You'll analyse music from a range of genres and historical periods.
You'll build skills in rehearsal, ensemble work, and solo performance.
You'll learn to reflect on and evaluate your own musical practice.
How you will learn
Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical performance sessions. Assessment includes regular performance as a core requirement, so you'll perform throughout the two years rather than only at the end. You may also complete written and practical coursework as part of the Extended Diploma.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Music teacher or tutor. Teaching instrument or music theory in schools or privately.
Session musician. Recording and performing for artists and productions.
Music producer. Creating and producing tracks in a studio setting.
Performer or recording artist. Building a career as a solo or ensemble performer.
Music events coordinator. Planning and running live music events.
Community music practitioner. Delivering music programmes in community or charity settings.
What you could study next
A degree in Music or Music Performance. Studied at university, this deepens your technical and creative skills and opens doors to professional performance and teaching careers.
BA in Music Production or Sound Engineering. A specialist route if you want to work in recording studios or live sound.
PGCE in Music. The teaching qualification you need to become a qualified music teacher in a school.
