BTEC First Diploma Music Technology (Edexcel)

BTEC First Diploma Music Technology (Edexcel)
The BTEC First Diploma in Music is a focused vocational qualification for learners who wish to study aspects of the music industry and production and who are considering future employment within this area. It is designed to give a taste of many areas of the music industry, with a â€-hands on approach†to music making. You will have the opportunity to use our excellent recording facilities which includes studios and practice rooms, and learn all there is to know about the music industry giving you the chance to start you becoming the next big thing!

What will I be doing?
Your work will focus on creating material, studio recording & production, music business, programming, performance & promotion, artist development and music theory. During the course you can expect to perform at music venues, create, market & promote your music, organise events, collaborate with visual and performing arts students and market yourself.

How will I be assessed?
Work is assessed continuously through projects, assignments via units. Learners will produce a portfolio of evidence for each project and be awarded a Pass, Merit or Distinction depending on the quality of the work. Successful completion of the diploma will give you the equivalent to 4 GCSEs at grade A-C

Where can I go after completing this course?
Students completing the Diploma can progress onto the BTEC National or AS Level courses.