Music will provide you with a broad overview of the music sector, with a focus on performance, including musical skills development and professional practice.
External assessments will allow students to prepare for a performance over an extended window to demonstrate their skills and prepare some written evidence of their work. Optional units include composing music, music performance, improvising music, solo performance.
Skills required
- Practical performance skills
- Leadership skills
- Research skills
- Extensive music experience
Entry Requirements
- Grade 4/Level 2 Pass in Music
- Grade 4 in English Language
- Grade 4 in Maths
Units studied
BTEC in Music | Pearson qualifications
- Unit 1: Practical musical theory and harmony
- Unit 2: Professional practice in the music industry (externally assessed)
- Unit 3: Ensemble music performance (externally assessed)
Careers
This course will equip you with the fundamental skills essential for progression into further study or employment. Careers can include:
- Artist
- Composer
- Sound technician
- Producer
Enrichment
We want our students to take all opportunities to put their practical performance skills to the test. Throughout their time studying music, they will learn songs, rehearse and perform them to a live audience.