Year 8 Parents’ Evening, Thursday 29th Feb. 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Music & Music Technology – Pearson BTEC Level 3 Sub-diploma Vocational

Taught at: Lewis School Pengam
Qualification: Pearson BTEC Level 3 Qualification

Course Overview

This BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma offers greater flexibility and a choice of emphasis through optional units. It is broadly equivalent to one GCE A Level.   The course gives students an insight into the music industry as well as equipping them with the skills to develop songwriting and production. It’s the perfect course for any musician wishing to take their first steps into the industry.

Course Entry Requirements

A keen interest in Music Production, songwriting and performance. GCSE/BTEC Music would be an advantage.

Course Specification:

Pearson BTEC Level 3 Qualification
To be welcomed back to sixth form you’ll need at least 5 GCSEs graded A* – C, two of which must be English & Mathematics. We offer resit lessons in English & Mathematics if you don’t achieve the required grades.

Course Content

Unit 23 – Music Performance Techniques

Unit 33 – Solo Music Performance Skills

Unit 39 – Sound and Music Industry

Further units include: 

Unit 7 – Composing Music

Unit 24 – Music Project

Unit 34 – Contemporary Songwriting Techniques