Why study Level 3 music?
If you love music and you are interested in a music career and want to develop your technical skills in music performance, this is the course for you. You will get plenty of time to learn about the necessary skills to be a successful performing musician along with learning about the jobs available in the music industry. You will gain experience in recording, live sound, performing, song writing and analysing music. You will also have the opportunity to be involved in various gigs and have the chance to visit recording studios and meet industry professionals who will be able to guide you in your future career.
Level: BTEC Level 3 extended certificate
Board: Edexcel
Head of department:
Mr C Davidson
Entry requirement: Grade 6 GCSE music; five grade 5s at GCSE including English and
maths
How is Level 3 music delivered and assessed?
| Unit | Content | Assessment |
| Unit 1: Practical music theory and harmony (25%) | Study of music theory and its practical application through composition and analysis | Internally assessed assignment |
| Unit 2: Professional practice in the music industry (25%) | Focuses on industry roles, planning, budgeting, and presenting professional responses to client briefs | Externally assessed controlled task |
| Unit 3: Ensemble music performance (33%) | Development of rehearsal skills and performance within a group setting | Externally assessed practical exam |
| Optional unit (17%): | Examples: | Internally assessed assignment |
| - music performance session styles | ||
| - solo performance | ||
| - composing music | ||
| - music software skills |
