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Music BTEC Extended Certificate

at Belfairs Academy, Leigh-On-Sea · school or sixth form

Level 2Stepping stonesGCSE2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Performing musician/artist, composer (film/TV/commercial), arranger, studio engineering, Armed Forces musician, lyricist, sound designer, teacher etc.

What you need to get on

Must play an instrument. Preferable to the level of ABRSM Grade 4 or above, but not a must. A working knowledge of music theory, including the ability to read music notation OR guitar or drum tab. You must have the desire to want to perform solo or in groups. You do not need to have taken GCSE Music to join this course.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Belfairs Academy

    Highlands Boulevard, Leigh-On-Sea, SS9 3TG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Leigh-On-Sea

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