Follow your passions. Spend time doing what you love whilst gaining practical and transferable skills through a vocational qualification in Music.
HEAD OF DEPARTMENT:
Mr M Grimes
EXAMINATION BOARD:
Edexcel
LEVEL:
Edexcel Level 1/2 Technical Award
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Course outline
Students will study the music industry and how to create a music product (such as a CD, video or concert). They will also have the option of learning how to use a recording studio, or using music technology to create their own music, using software such as Garage Band and Logic Pro. They may follow a performance module which can include traditional performance techniques or modern DJ performance styles
Students must be able to play an instrument, sing or at least be willing to learn one.
If you play an instrument or sing and have taken ABRSM exams you could also take a GCSE in Music. You should have achieved Grade 5 by the beginning of Year 11. Sessions will take place at lunch and after school. Entry for this is at the discretion of the Head of Department.
Assessment method
| Unit | % of Final Grade | Type of Assessment | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40% | Exam | External Assessment |
| 2-3 | 60% | Internal | Students create a portfolio of evidence linked to various scenarios and tasks |
The future
To progress on to BTEC Level 3 in Music Performance, you would need a Merit at BTEC Music. The course also opens opportunities for employment within the music and entertainment industry in junior roles; venues/ box offices, concert support, administrative roles, radio and television.
