On successful completion of this course, you can progress to study music degrees at university. You could also progress to careers such as a Song Writer, Performer, Recording Artist, Musical Director, Musical Arranger, Music Teacher, Live Events Manager.
Music
Music Performance (Extended) Diploma Level 3
- Course Type: Diploma/Certificate
What can this course lead to?
Who is it for?
The UAL Level 3 Diploma and Extended Diploma in Music Performance has been designed to provide students with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress to further study and training in a range of music performance disciplines.
The qualification has been designed for students who have an interest in music performance and who wish to explore and extend this interest via a full-time, immersive learning experience.
What is covered?
You will study the following units:
- Composing & Recording Project
- Auditioning Skills (Battle of the Bands)
- Studio Practice
- Progression Project
- Schools Tour
- Sound for Media
- Specialist Subject
- Final Major Project
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
5 GCSEs at grades 4/C or above including English and maths. Alternatively a Merit in a relevant Level 2 Diploma, and a GCSE grade 4/C or a pass for functional skills English Level 2.
You will also be required to provide evidence of your learning and achievement in the form of a portfolio of work and the be invited to an audition with your instrument of choice.
You will be working both alone and in small groups in our state of the art rehearsal rooms. Much of your time will be spent preparing material for performances and assessments. There is an expectation that you will carry out individual study outside of your scheduled timetable. Practical assessments take place at local music venues in order to give you real world experience of working in the industry.
There are no exams for this course. You will build a portfolio of work for each of the units and complete written assignments. This leads up to a final major project of your choosing which will determine your final grade.
You will need to purchase an equipment pack at the start of the year costing £40 and pay a consumables fee of £15.
You will also be able to participate in creating online video content and will release your own music through major online retailers such as Spotify and Apple Music. Assessed public performances usually take place in the evening when you will be required to arrange your own transport from the performance venue (either college or a local venue).
Start date: 02/09/2024
Course Code
SDP3MP4AF$
Duration
2 Years
Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
Enrolling on the Music Performance & Production undergraduate degree course has been a game-changer for me. The equipment, course structure, and performance opportunities provided by the college have been instrumental in shaping my journey.
Jake Lee
Level 3 Music Production
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