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Level 2 Music Course in Stroud

Cost£1,440.00
Duration432 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 2 Music Performance and Production Course in Stroud. Classes run at SGS Stroud Campus, full-time during the day.

The course covers performance technique, music production, and studio skills. You'll explore composition, recording, and the technical side of sound. Around 432 hours of study gives you solid grounding across both performance and production. Fees are reduced for students aged 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, different fees apply, though concessions may be available.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Diploma in Music Performance and Production, awarded by University of the Arts London.

Who this course is for

Most full-time courses at SGS are for learners aged 16-18 with some provision available for those aged 14 plus on request. If you are aged 19 and over then formal qualifications that are a prerequisite for younger age groups may not be suitable. Please check the college website www.sgscol.ac.uk for more in-depth information regarding full-time study programmes or contact us on 0800 0567 253 or email [email protected]

What you will learn

  • You'll develop your performance skills on your chosen instrument or voice.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of music production and studio recording.
  • You'll practise composition and arranging for different styles and formats.
  • You'll use industry-standard software and equipment in a studio setting.
  • You'll understand how sound engineering works in a live and recorded context.
  • You'll build skills in music theory to support your practical work.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of practical workshops, studio sessions, and classroom lessons. Assessment is through performance, portfolio work, and practical projects. You'll work individually and as part of a group, reflecting how the music industry operates.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. SGS Stroud Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Musician, performs live or in recording sessions across genres.
  • Music producer, creates and develops tracks in a studio environment.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio for live events or studio recordings.
  • Session musician, records and performs for other artists and projects.
  • Music teacher, delivers lessons in schools or community settings.
  • Studio assistant, supports recording and production in a professional studio.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Performance or Music Production, the natural next step for deeper specialist study.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Music Technology, for those focusing on the technical and production side.
  • A Foundation Degree or BA in Music, Music Production, or Sound Engineering at university, building on your Level 2 Diploma.
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