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BTEC National Extended Diploma in Music Level 3 Year 1

at Boston College, Boston · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

If you are passionate about music and enjoy working in a creative, exciting environment, then this is the course for you. The music course is for musicians, performers and songwriters who want to take their music to the next level. You will work within our fully equipped, dedicated music campus where you will develop personalised projects relating to performance and production. The course, delivered by our experienced lecturers, covers performing, recording, song writing, music business and theory to give an overview of the music industry and how to succeed as a musician or performer. The emphasis of the course is on creating entrepreneurial musicians who have the skills, knowledge and experience to promote themselves and their music. This is achieved through practical application of knowledge in realistic industry environments such as projects, workshops and performances, and by enabling learners to create and promote a portfolio of their own work. You will be required to work on 'real world' projects, giving you the opportunity to perform to the public and submit songs to our record label. This course will help learners gain the skills to progress into work or Higher Education and achieve their future goals.

What you need to get on

The entry qualifications for the Level 3 Music Extended Diploma are five GCSEs at grade 4 or above (Old GCSE grade C or above) (or equivalent) or Merit or above at Diploma Level 2. When you attend your review, an audition to demonstrate musical ability will also be required. , this can be instrumental, vocal, DJing or music production. If you are unsure about meeting the entry requirements an alternative course would be the Music Practitioner Diploma Level 2 course.

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

  • Sam Newsom Centre

    South Street, Boston, PE21 6HX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Boston

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