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Music Performing Level 3 BTEC Extended Certificate (=1)

at St Brendan'S Sixth Form College, Bristol · sixth form college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

This course is aimed primarily at students who are interested in developing practical musical skills together with music theory and industry knowledge. It is a highly practical course and is centred on performing relevant music theory and industry practice. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A-level. The course covers the core aspects of practical music skills and relevant industry knowledge. Students studying on this programme will have a keen interest in developing their knowledge and skills and may be intending to pursue a career in the industry. This course attracts UCAS points in the same way as an A-level. Students are required to study a range of units over two years. Assessment is a mixture of internal and external. As performing to a high standard and demonstrating and monitoring technical improvement are such important aspects of the course it is compulsory that all students take regular instrumental/voice lessons. Lessons are available in College and students should sign up with a peripatetic teacher at the start of the year or continue with their own lessons outside of college. The college operates a bursary system that offers financial support for lessons to some students. If the cost of lessons is prohibitive it may also be possible to have them less frequently e.g. once a fortnight rather than once a week. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate provides a sound basis for students wishing to proceed to HE courses in Popular/ Commercial Mus

What you need to get on

Instrumental / vocal skills at grade 3/4 The minimum entry requirement is five GCSE?s at Grade 4 or above or the equivalent from four subject areas including English Language GCSE Music at grade 4 or a BTEC First qualification in Music at Merit or above is desirable but not essential. Students must be prepared to take regular voice / instrumental lessons.

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

  • St Brendan's Sixth Form College

    St Brendans Sixth Form College Broomhill Road, Bristol, BS4 5RQ

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