Music Technology
Level 2
This course allows you to develop a broad understanding of music production and studio engineering.
Level 2
This course allows you to develop a broad understanding of music production and studio engineering.
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
One year
RSL Level 2 Diploma
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature)
One year
RSL Level 2 Diploma
This course allows you to take your first steps into the world of music production in a creative and supportive learning environment. Our high-tech facilities and experienced staff provide a learning experience which prepares you for the next stages of your education and musical journey, whatever your starting point.
The course provides a strong introduction to a range of skills and knowledge within the world of music production, covering composing music both collaboratively and solo, sequencing music using software, recording audio and music and editing audio. You will also learn how you could use the music you make to earn money.
You and your peers will all have different skills, ambitions and levels of experience within music, so in all your lessons, you and your peers can learn from and inspire each other in new and interesting ways as well as collaborate to produce or compose outside the classroom. The modern musician needs a range of experience, skills and knowledge, so studying these on the course will give you a strong start in your musical journey.
PLEASE NOTE: THE BELOW STUDY MATERIALS ARE CAMPUS DEPENDENT.
Prior to your studies commencing, you will be advised how and where to purchase essential music production materials, such as memory sticks and high quality headphones.
In college you will find:
A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allowing you to:
This course allows you to take your first steps into the world of music production in a creative and supportive learning environment. Our high-tech facilities and experienced staff provide a learning experience which prepares you for the next stages of your education and musical journey, whatever your starting point.
The course provides a strong introduction to a range of skills and knowledge within the world of music production, covering composing music both collaboratively and solo, sequencing music using software, recording audio and music and editing audio. You will also learn how you could use the music you make to earn money.
You and your peers will all have different skills, ambitions and levels of experience within music, so in all your lessons, you and your peers can learn from and inspire each other in new and interesting ways as well as collaborate to produce or compose outside the classroom. The modern musician needs a range of experience, skills and knowledge, so studying these on the course will give you a strong start in your musical journey.
PLEASE NOTE: THE BELOW STUDY MATERIALS ARE CAMPUS DEPENDENT.
Prior to your studies commencing, you will be advised how and where to purchase essential music production materials, such as memory sticks and high quality headphones.
In college you will find:
A Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) allowing you to:
Applying to study with us takes less than two minutes, and we have interviewers ready and waiting to speak to you.
Find out more about the application journey and apply now below.
Applying to study with us takes less than two minutes, and we have interviewers ready and waiting to speak to you. Find out more about the application journey and apply now below.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course and the chance to study on a Level 3 course following this one, the world really is your oyster.
A music maker who creates and develops their own music, usually using software or electronic instruments and hardware. The traditional definition is also someone who adapts and oversees production choices within both live and studio settings, helping artists choose material and develop song styles, structures, and musicians' sonic palettes.
Responsible for balancing the various parts of a recording or track to create a final mix, enhancing the emotional impact of the recording. Mix engineers will resolve any frequency conflicts between different sound sources and give each element of the music its own place within the context of the overall piece.
Responsible for the running of recording sessions, overseeing the tracking, overdubbing, and capturing of live instrumentation and performances. Recording engineers have an in-depth knowledge of microphones, microphone choices and polar patterns, pre-amps, and microphone techniques.
Creating specific moods/atmospheres by selecting and performing tracks, based on an ability to read and understand the audience, with an ability to manipulate pre-recorded music and blend tracks seamlessly during live performances.
Responsible for live sound events, including both onstage and front-of-house sound, controlling the overall level and quality to provide the best experience for the audience.
Can be done freelance or via private tuition, or as part of a private company or a state institution, such as a college or secondary school. This can lead to university lecturer positions based on the level of education.
With all the transferable skills you’ll learn on this course and the chance to study on a Level 3 course following this one, the world really is your oyster.
A music maker who creates and develops their own music, usually using software or electronic instruments and hardware. The traditional definition is also someone who adapts and oversees production choices within both live and studio settings, helping artists choose material and develop song styles, structures, and musicians' sonic palettes.
Responsible for balancing the various parts of a recording or track to create a final mix, enhancing the emotional impact of the recording. Mix engineers will resolve any frequency conflicts between different sound sources and give each element of the music its own place within the context of the overall piece.
Responsible for the running of recording sessions, overseeing the tracking, overdubbing, and capturing of live instrumentation and performances. Recording engineers have an in-depth knowledge of microphones, microphone choices and polar patterns, pre-amps, and microphone techniques.
Creating specific moods/atmospheres by selecting and performing tracks, based on an ability to read and understand the audience, with an ability to manipulate pre-recorded music and blend tracks seamlessly during live performances.
Responsible for live sound events, including both onstage and front-of-house sound, controlling the overall level and quality to provide the best experience for the audience.
Can be done freelance or via private tuition, or as part of a private company or a state institution, such as a college or secondary school. This can lead to university lecturer positions based on the level of education.
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature).
You will benefit from a balanced programme of study that combines practical sessions in specialist spaces with contextual studies in classrooms. On most courses, you will share some lessons with peers from different pathways, allowing you to rub shoulders and collaborate!
This course is internally assessed, meaning your teachers deliver and grade all of your coursework. Each year is made up of carefully scheduled projects, which can involve both individual and group work. The year is currently made up of 7 projects/assignments, which are a balance of practical work, like compositions, productions, and audio recordings, alongside written/visual reports and presentations.
We will work with you to build your skills from the ground up, and we can provide you with all the gear you need, but before you start with us, it would be beneficial for you to do the following:
Your course benefits from an enrichment programme planned out by your local campus. Activities we’ve done in the past are guest talks from industry practitioners, opportunities to play or DJ at local or national events, field trips and visits, and collaborative projects between students from different courses.
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
If you are 16-18 and don’t already have GCSE Grades 4 or above in mathematics and/or English Literature or Language, it will be compulsory for you to do a GCSE level maths and/or English course alongside your studies with us. Learn more here.
All campuses 16-18*
FREE
All campuses 19+ (FIRST YEARS ONLY)
£4,425
Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including English (Language or Literature).
You will benefit from a balanced programme of study that combines practical sessions in specialist spaces with contextual studies in classrooms. On most courses, you will share some lessons with peers from different pathways, allowing you to rub shoulders and collaborate!
This course is internally assessed, meaning your teachers deliver and grade all of your coursework. Each year is made up of carefully scheduled projects, which can involve both individual and group work. The year is currently made up of 7 projects/assignments, which are a balance of practical work, like compositions, productions, and audio recordings, alongside written/visual reports and presentations.
We will work with you to build your skills from the ground up, and we can provide you with all the gear you need, but before you start with us, it would be beneficial for you to do the following:
Your course benefits from an enrichment programme planned out by your local campus. Activities we’ve done in the past are guest talks from industry practitioners, opportunities to play or DJ at local or national events, field trips and visits, and collaborative projects between students from different courses.
Our bespoke professional development programme aims to empower you to take your next steps into your future career. We achieve this by providing you with a three phase programme of lessons, projects and experiences designed to give you as much exposure to industry as possible.
If you are 16-18 and don’t already have GCSE Grades 4 or above in mathematics and/or English Literature or Language, it will be compulsory for you to do a GCSE level maths and/or English course alongside your studies with us. Learn more here.
All campuses 16-18*
FREE
All campuses 19+ (FIRST YEARS ONLY)
£4,425
A range of student-friendly offers are available in partnership with WEX. These vary by store so check in with your local branch to see what support they can provide you as an ACC learner.
Your learning journey doesn’t just stop with this course! Take a look at next steps via courses at Access Creative College, Access Industry and dBs Institute!
Your learning journey doesn’t just stop with this course! Take a look at next steps via courses at Access Creative College, Access Industry and dBs Institute!
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