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MUSIC PRODUCTION
ADVANCED LEVEL COURSES
RSL LEVEL 3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE
(equivalent to 1 A level)
The Creative Music Industry course enables
learners to develop practical skills in all aspects of
the music production process. Learners will be able
to complete full music production cycles, starting
from initial creative production processes and
taking their music through the mixing and mastering
stages to create complete musical products.
Learners will develop technical skills, as well as
effective planning and project organisation through
a course centred around practical music-making.
The course addresses both the in-the-box and
out-of-the-box aspects of music production,
from managing the signal path and setting up
microphones for recording sessions to MIDI
programming and sequencing skills. The skills
developed over the course of the two years will
enable learners to be comfortable in a wide range
of music production environments and equip them
with tools needed to make music independently,
pursue music at a Higher Education level or seek
employment within the music industry. To align
with the practical nature of the course, learners are
assessed through coursework sessions at regular
intervals, promoting opportunities for progressive
development and mastery of key skills across the
two years. These skills are also supplemented
through the music department’s collaboration with
local projects supporting young artists’ development
and opportunities to engage with local employers in
the music industry, providing students with a range
of opportunities to explore the multitude of potential
roles they can pursue in music.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Standard Advanced Level entry requirements
Plus
Substantial music production experience, which can be
demonstrated through either a GCSE or BTEC Level 2 music
qualification (if taken), or a portfolio submission of music
recently made in a DAW and accompanying annotated
screenshots. Practical instrumental skills are helpful and
recommended, but not essential.
ASSESSMENT
100% coursework
PERFORMING ARTS (ACTING)
BTEC LEVEL 3 FOUNDATION DIPLOMA
(equivalent to 1.5 A Levels)
The BTEC Acting Diploma is a two-year intensive
programme structured around the development
of personal acting skills and preparing to work in
the performing arts industry. This course is 100%
coursework, internally assessed over four units.
This is a highly recommended course for those
focused on progression to drama training and
careers in the performing arts. You will take part
in practical workshops throughout the course, to
develop your skills and techniques as an actor
and work as part of a collaborative performance
company. The course is based on a drama school
training model and prepares you for working with
discipline and imagination on scripted and devised
performance projects. Theatre visits are an integral
part of the course and there are opportunities for
involvement in Brighton’s vibrant theatre scene
with performances in local venues.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Standard Advanced Level entry requirements
Plus
Grade 5 in GCSE Drama or Merit in L2 BTEC (if taken) or a
background of successful experience in productions.
ASSESSMENT
100% internally assessed on coursework and performance
projects.
Due to the qualification pathway of this BTEC course,
you cannot take BTEC Performing Arts alongside BTEC
Dance. You must choose one or the other.
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