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Music Technology A Level

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

Level 3A levelsGCE A level2 yearsFull time

What the college says

A-Level Music Technology will be of interest to anyone wanting to learn about music production techniques and recording. It has a four-unit structure and is taken over two years. The course does not require any particular knowledge of music theory but focusses on production issues: recording techniques mixing sequencing composition sampling techniques etc There will be opportunities to record and mix live performances within the music and wider performing arts areas as well as working in collaboration with practical musicians. For your coursework you will be given the opportunity to work with professional musicians. We are also hoping to arrange a recording studio visit. A one-off studio fee of 25.00 is payable at the start of the 2nd year to cover the costs of hiring professional session musicians for the recording coursework. Students must also be prepared to invest in a set of professional headphones for classroom/studio work. An appropriate set are likely to cost between 30 and 150 but staff can give advice as to which makes/models would be most suitable.

What you need to get on

Five GCSE passes at grade 4 or above including GCSE English Language. Music GCSE at Grade 5 is desirable but not essential. Keyboard and/or other instrumental skills are desirable but not essential.

How you are assessed

Academic subjects, mostly exams, three or four at once. The traditional route to university.

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

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 2 September 2026 · Bristol

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