Music Performance and Production - Level 1 Diploma

This course is validated by the University of the Arts, London (UAL) and has been designed as an introduction to help you pursue a career in the music industry. You will gain basic skills in composition, mixing, recording, live performance and production.

Our music laboratories have industry-standard equipment, including Apple iMacs, equipped with Logic, Ableton, Midi Keyboards and fully functional recording studios with state-of-the-art mixing desks. There are opportunities to participate in live performances and you will study topics related to the music industry. There will also be visits, trips and work experience.

Topics covered can include:

• Introduction to music, performing and production arts
• Introduction to research for music, performing and production arts
• Communicating with an audience for music and performing arts
• Production development for music and performing arts
• Performance development for music and performing arts
• Music, performing and production arts project

You do not need to have any previous qualifications.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

You will be continuously assessed through skills tests, practical activities, recording and mini projects and portfolio.

School Leavers

If you will be aged 16, 17 or 18 on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, it will be FREE. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

Adults

Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2
If you will be aged 19 or older on 31 August in the year you begin your course, and have been resident in the UK/EU/EEA for the past 3 years, your course will be FREE, regardless of your age or income. Some courses will have other costs associated, such as for materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support when studying at college – please click here for more information.

You could progress on to a Level 2 course at the College.