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RSL Subsidiary Diploma in Music

at Brigshaw High School · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

You will build upon your knowledge gained from GCSE through a mainly practical approach. You will work on performance projects as well as develop your composing skills. You will look at roles within the music industry and gain an understanding of how to stage live events. There are a variety of units available that will be tailored by staff to suit the students on the course. How will I learn? By improving your rehearsal technique as a soloist and group member, by performing in an ensemble and as a soloist, by undertaking projects tailored to a music industry context, by using music technology to improve your composing skills, by taking part in practical workshops developing instrumental and vocal technique, trips – You will take part in open mic nights at local events, visit a recording studio, interview industry professionals from event management/promotion companies. The end result will be a Level 3 qualification equivalent to 1 A level.

What you need to get on

GCSE Grade 5 in Music or L2M in BTEC.

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

  • Brigshaw High School

    Brigshaw Lane Allerton Bywater, Castleford, WF10 2HR

    DaytimeClassroom based
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