Music Technology L2

Programme Description:
The Edexcel BTEC Level 2 First Extended Certificate in Music is a Level 2 course designed to provide specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors. The course will give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment.
The First Extended Certificate in Music has been developed to offer a wide variety of specialist training for technologists/musicians at Level 2. It is a practical, work-related course, you learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area you have chosen, you will develop the skills needed to develop as an individual in the business.
The course has been, designed to provide the learner with the skills and knowledge required to progress in their studies. After the successful completion of this course (at a Merit Level) you may then apply for the L3 qualification in Music Technology or an Extended National Diploma of your choice.
The music industry offers many opportunities for employment and is not limited to those who are able to play an instrument and the choice of units within these qualifications reflects this.
The course has been designed to provide a predominately vocational route into the industry. With an emphasis on practical, positive music making, the course allows for both direct progression into the industry and/or progression to a higher level of study. It allows students to more clearly identify a career pathway before making a possible wrong choice of level 3 courses
Our FEC music course is ideal way to gain the broad range of skills needed to operate as a music producer in the music industry.
The course is designed for technologists/musicians who want to write, record and remix music using computer-based software and hardware. The course generates many transferable skills, which can be used in all walks of life.