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Level 3 in Music Technology

at Northampton College, Northampton · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is ideal for you if you have an interest in gaining employment in music producing, live sound engineering, music technicians, song writing, music publishing or those who wish to progress to Higher Education and wish to gain a Level 3 qualification in music technology. You will cover a wide range of music technology activities. Developing knowledge of all the major software, access to state of the art studio equipment and experience of live sound, studio recording and computer based music. This is a practical course and includes both tutor and student led sessions, performances and theory-based assignments. Level 3 Music Performance & Production is a very practically based course including a portfolio of performances and theory based assignments. Practical elements include use of audio production facilities, practice booths, Apple Mac & PC software, keyboard lab and gigs in performance venue (both in house and externally) . This course gives the opportunity to perform live gigs and record a demo. The College has strong links with the local Music Community, the Royal & Derngate and the Roadmender. The method of learning is by a mixture of academic and practical sessions.

What you need to get on

4 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above or a Level 2 qualification plus GCSE English Grade 3. Complete the tasks you will be sent and attend an online/onsite Taster day during the Summer. You may be offered a place on another level to your original application.

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

  • Northampton College

    BADBY ROAD WEST, DAVENTRY, NN11 4HJ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 31 August 2026 · DAVENTRY

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