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BTEC National Extended Certificate in Digital Music Production

at Saint Cecilia'S Church of England School, London · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This is an exciting opportunity to learn about how music is produced professionally in studios and in concert venues. You will learn about MIDI sequencing, synthesising, sampling, acoustics, sound creation, studio recording and production, composing for media and the development of music technology and the music technology industry. We have an extensive range of resources and recording equipment. Our PCs and Macs are specially designed for music technology and contain the latest versions of all industry standard applications including Pro Tools, Logic and Cubase. We have a Pro Tools 003 Factory Control Surface Mixing Desk, a range of effects units and professional microphones, acoustic and electronic drum kits, guitar FX pedals, DI boxes and multi-track recorders. It is equivalent to one and a half A Levels.

What you need to get on

This course can follow on from GCSE Music or Music Technology or equivalent vocational course. If you have not studied Music or Music Technology, you will need a strong interest in music technology, be ICT proficient and prepared to spend time learning to use the equipment.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Saint Cecilia's Church of England School

    Sutherland Grove, London, SW18 5JR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · London

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