Music Technology - Fast Track to Degree
at Blackpool and The Fylde College, Blackpool · college
What the college says
This intensive adult fast-track programme is your gateway to mastering the essential tools, techniques and creative workflows used in today's music and audio industries - preparing you to confidently progress into Higher Education or launch a career in music production, sound design or audio content creation. Whether you're returning to education, changing careers or accelerating your creative ambitions, this course offers a dynamic and immersive experience. You'll build practical skills in digital audio workstations (DAWs), recording, mixing and sound editing, while also developing your understanding of music technology theory and the academic skills needed for higher-level study. Working alongside other like-minded adult learners in focused evening sessions, you will be supported by expert tutors and have access to industry-standard studios and software. It's your chance to develop the confidence, creativity, and technical ability you need to take your next step in the music and audio industries.
What you need to get on
Applicants to this adult fast-track Music Technology programme should meet one of the following criteria: A Level 2 qualification in a relevant subject (e. g. Music, Music Technology, Sound Engineering), or Relevant industry experience in music production, live sound, or audio content creation.
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
UNIVERSITY CENTRE
BLACKPOOL AND THE FYLDE COLLEGE Park Road, Blackpool, FY1 4ES
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Start dates
- 15 October 2026 · Blackpool
Who else teaches this exact qualification
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