Music Technology National Certificate (BTEC)

This course is ideal for learners who are interested in developing the skills required for a career in sound engineering and the music industry. Candidates should have a keen interest in all aspects of music production with the emphasis on music technology.

Entry Requirements
Four GCSEs at grade C or above (including English Language)

Course Content
Learners will gain the skills to use computers for music creation, develop recording techniques in the 24 track studios and develop an understanding of the music industry. They will also develop research skills, create music for film, and develop projects.

Modules include:

• Computer based systems
• Planning a music recording
• Production project
• Music Industry
• Sound recording techniques
• Special subject investigation
• DJ techniques
• Music tech in performance
• Music and sounds for multimedia.

During this two-year course students take part in live music events, visits to music studios and live performances and will be in college three or four days a week.

How will I be assessed?
Progress is continually assessed throughout the two years through a series of assignments, projects and practical exercises in each subject area of the course.

What can I do next?
The BTEC National Certficate enables students to pursue a career in the music industry or to progress onto Higher Education.