UAL Diploma Music Performance & Production Level 2
This highly practical course introduces students to essential skills in studio recording and performance, providing a strong foundation for progression onto the Level 3 course. You will develop your abilities through hands-on projects and assignments based on realistic industry situations, gaining the key techniques and methods needed for further study and career development in the music industry.
Entry requirements
A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, GCSE English Language is desirable, however both English Language and maths GCSE can be achieved as part of this programme of study.
What will I study?
You will study a range of units which include:
- Introduction to Music Performance
- Introduction to Music Production
- Listening Skills for Music Performance and Production
- Develop your song writing and composition abilities by creating original music.
- Contextual Research for Performance and Production
- Production Skills and Practice
- Music Performance and Production Project
- Build a website and track your learning digitally.
- Explore of a range of progression opportunities and pathways.
- Develop your performance skills through live showcases.
- Acquire organisational and communication skills such as calendar management, collaborating as part of a team, creative problem solving and meeting deadlines.
These skills are transferable across all subject areas, are highly valued in the job market and will boost the desirability of your CV and application to a Level 3 qualification
Method of delivery
You will typically be in College 3/3.5 days per week which will also include any GCSE English and/or maths resits you may need to undertake. In-College delivery is supported by online resources and potentially trips and visits to support primary research within project work.
How will I be assessed?
All assessments are carried out as coursework, both practical and written. There is a continuous assignment assessment process, involving practical and written work. Grades awarded for each assignment go towards a final grade for each unit. All units are assessed and an overall grade (Pass, Merit or Distinction) for the course will be awarded.
Good course combinations
This is a full-time course. It is not possible to combine this course with other Vocational, Apprenticeship or A Level programmes.
Your next steps
This course is a stepping stone towards a career in Performance and Production. After this course, you could apply for the Level 3 in Music Performance & Production, another Level 3 course in the College or use your skills in employment.
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