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Diploma in Music Performance and Production - Level 3

at The City of Liverpool College, Liverpool · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma1 yearFull time

What the college says

The UAL Level 3 Diploma in Music Performance and Production has been designed to provide you with the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to access and ultimately progress to the music industry or to further study at degree level. It provides you with an opportunity to explore, develop and test your creativity within a qualification structure, which is stimulating and demanding and provides a supportive transition from general to more specialised study. This course is delivered over one year and will enable you to develop a portfolio of work that could support progression into a range of higher education courses. Most learners will progress to the UAL level 3 Extended Diploma in either music performance or Music production. At the City of Liverpool College, we provide a multi-faceted, holistic approach to Degree level study or employment in the music industry. You will be trained as an accomplished performer, and producer developing your musicality and repertoire and composition through a wide range of disciplines and technology.

What you need to get on

Level 2 Diploma in Music – at least a Merit or above is required, 5 GCSE’s at grade ‘C’ or above – preferably with 1 GCSE in Music or equivalent/industry experience. If you are unsure of the entry requirements, or if you don't meet the criteria, please contact our Careers Advice and Guidance team who will be happy to help you find the best option for you. Email careersadvice@liv-coll.ac.uk or call 0151 252 3607.

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

  • The Arts Centre

    Myrtle Street, LIVERPOOL, L7 7JA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026 · LIVERPOOL

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