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Music Production

at Varndean College, Brighton · college

Level 3Vocational and tradeCertificate24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Creative Music Industry course enables learners to develop practical skills in all aspects of the music production process. Learners will be able to complete full music production cycles, starting from initial creative production processes and taking their music through the mixing and mastering stages to create complete musical products. Learners will develop technical skills, as well as effective planning and project organisation through a course centred around practical music-making. The course addresses both the in-the-box and out-of-the-box aspects of music production, from managing the signal path and setting up microphones for recording sessions to MIDI programming and sequencing skills. The skills developed over the course of the two years will enable learners to be comfortable in a wide range of music production environments and equip them with tools needed to make music independently, pursue music at a Higher Education level or seek employment within the music industry. To align with the practical nature of the course, learners are assessed through coursework sessions at regular intervals, promoting opportunities for progressive development and mastery of key skills across the two years. These skills are also supplemented through the music department's collaboration with local projects supporting young artists' development and opportunities to engage with local employers in the music industry, providing students with a range of opportunities to explore the multit

What you need to get on

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS Standard Advanced Level entry requirements Plus Tangible and substantial music production experience, which can be demonstrated through either a GCSE or BTEC Level 2 music qualification (if taken), or a portfolio submission of music recently made in a DAW and accompanying annotated screenshots. Practical instrumental skills are helpful and recommended, but not essential.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

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

  • VARNDEAN COLLEGE

    Surrenden Road, Brighton, BN1 6WQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Brighton

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