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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music Production

Throughout this advanced course, you will gain specialist knowledge and skills in music production, using the latest industry software and equipment, to prepare you for degree level study and a career in the industry.

You will work on your own personal projects such as creating an album or EP and will also work collaboratively with others to plan and promote your own live music event.

Our successful Music Technology alumna, Lauren, completed this course and progressed on to the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts to study Music, Theatre & Entertainment Management at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. She is now a Digital Marketing and Executive Assistant at Bold Management in Liverpool!

When will I start the course and how long will it take?

The course will start in September and will take two years to complete.

This course will take place at our Town Centre Campus, Water Street, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

What will I study?

During this course, you will cover the following units:

  • Live sound
  • Studio recording techniques
  • Music and sound for media
  • Music technology project
  • Music technology in context
  • DAW production
  • Music technology enterprise opportunities
  • Creative synthesis and sampling
  • Composing music
  • Remixing and reworking
  • Music technology in performance
  • Mixing and mastering techniques
  • Commercial music production
  • Music technology and musicianship

How is it assessed?

You will be assessed through assignment work and tutorials and practical productions both individual and group based.

Do I need any previous qualifications to start this course?

You should have five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English and maths.

Achieving a good standard of English and maths is a key requirement for many jobs, as well as for courses you may wish to progress on to. If you achieve below a grade 4 in your English and/or maths GCSEs at school, you will study it alongside your chosen course when you join us.

If you already have a grade 4 or above in English and/or maths but wish to achieve a higher grade, we can also support you to do this.

What are the course fees?

If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2024), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation. For more information, please visit our dedicated Financial Support page.

What can I go on to do once I have completed this course?

Once you have completed this course, you will have gained all of the crucial skills, knowledge and experience to progress to university!

Previous students have studied degrees such as music production, sound engineering or music performance.

Alternatively, you may choose to launch your music career in the industry.

Are you ready to apply?

Are you

ready to apply?

Simply fill in our online form here.

However, if you still have questions in relation to this course and wish to receive further information, please submit your enquiry here.

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