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Level 3 Music Course in Poole

Cost£2,882.00
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start6 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyUAL Awarding Body
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About this course

Level 3 Music Performance and Production Course in Poole. Classes run at Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education, full-time during the day.

The course covers performance, composition, music technology, and the business side of the music industry. You'll explore live music, recorded music, music publishing, and production. Units also cover health and safety and the range of roles available in the sector. The course takes two years to complete.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and Maths. A practical audition and interview are part of the application process. Places are prioritised for 16 to 18 year olds.

You'll finish with a University of the Arts London Diploma in Music Performance and Production.

Who this course is for

Please note, places on this course are prioritised for 16 - 18-year-old learners. Adult applications will be considered once these have been filled.

The UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and Production has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to access and progress to degree-level study and employment across a range of music industry sectors (Music Creation, Live Music, Recorded Music, Music Publishing, Music Representation and Music Retail/Merchandise.) It provides an opportunity for those who have an interest and experience in music performance and/or production to explore, develop and test their creativity within a qualification structure which is stimulating and demanding, providing a supportive transition from general to more specialised study. Most students will have already identified a specific career in the music industry that they wish to progress on to (e.g. performer, songwriter, producer, engineer etc), using this qualification as a starting point.

Entry requirements

Students should have a minimum of 5 x GCSE's at Grade 4 or above (including English and Maths at minimum of Grade 4). It is expected that all students will be able to demonstrate competent musicianship skills on an instrument/voice and have some experience of music production. All students will complete a practical audition/interview.

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What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in music performance on your chosen instrument or voice.
  • You'll learn the fundamentals of music production and studio technology.
  • You'll build compositional and listening skills to support your creative work.
  • You'll explore the range of roles and career paths in the music industry.
  • You'll understand health and safety as it applies to performance and production environments.
  • You'll work collaboratively on performance projects, reflecting real industry practice.
  • You'll gain knowledge of music publishing, live music, and recorded music sectors.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical workshops, and studio-based projects. Assessment is through coursework, practical performances, and portfolio work. You'll take part in auditions and collaborative projects throughout the course. There are no written exams; your progress is assessed through the work you produce and perform.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Bournemouth and Poole College of Further Education will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Musician, performs live or in the studio as a professional artist.
  • Music producer, creates and records tracks for artists and labels.
  • Sound engineer, manages audio for live events or recording sessions.
  • Songwriter, writes and pitches music for artists or sync licensing.
  • Music publishing assistant, supports rights management and licensing.
  • Live events technician, handles technical production for concerts and shows.

What you could study next

  • BA (Hons) in Music Production or Music Performance, the natural next step after this Diploma for those aiming for degree-level study.
  • HND in Music Technology, a shorter higher education route into technical music roles.
  • Level 3 or Level 4 qualifications in Sound Engineering, for those focusing on the technical side of music production.
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