Entry Requirements
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
Duration
One year
Qualification
RSL Level 2 Diploma for Music Practitioners
Develop an understanding of the fundamentals of industry professional DAW software, composition and sequencing.
Gain insight into the various software instrument types, their uses and their functions
Learn how to programme drum patterns, basslines and melodies.
Learn the structure of a range of musical styles.
Gain an understanding of recording studio hardware, including microphone types and audio interfaces, and learn how to edit and process the recorded material.
Develop practice plans to develop on their chosen instruments, and develop keyboard skills to aid their compositions.
Explore the structure of the music industry, giving them an opportunity to start understanding their potential and place within the business.
Modules
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
MATHS AND ENGLISH
We offer a variety of ME courses at different levels of ability from starter levels all the way up to GCSE, that are tailored to suit your needs and progression route. to find out if you qualify for Maths and English, learn more here.
CAREERS AND PROGRESSION
Level 3 courses in music performance or technology, including Vocal Artist, Music Production or Music Performance. We also offer Games and Media courses, if you feel like exploring a different creative subject. Careers you can aim for include Professional Recording Artist and Performer, Session Musician, Songwriter, Sound Engineer and Music Mixer and Masterer.
Fees and Funding
MANCHESTER 16-18*
FREE
MANCHESTER 19+*
£0 – £1,287
ALL OTHER CAMPUSES 16-18*
FREE
ALL OTHER CAMPUSES 19+
£0 – £4,425
Partners
Condense
Creative UK
Fnatic
Latitude
Renderman
Royal Albert Hall
UK Music
Wild Paths
