VI Form Prospectus: Subject Information 2016-2018

BTEC Level 3 in Music and Music Technology Pathway 3

Course description: The Edexcel BTEC Level 3 in Music and Music Technology will enable students who have completed the Level 2 BTEC Certificate qualification to develop their skills and understanding further within a vocational qualification system. With the availability of discreet courses in Music (Performance), Music Technology (Production) and Music Technology (Event Management) the course will be tailored to the needs and skills of the students continuing their studies in music within the school.

Qualifications required:

In line with the entry requirements for a Pathway 3 subject. GCSE Music – Grade C or above. BTEC Level 2 Music – Merit or above.

Aims of the course:

To develop skills in music performance, production or event management. Teaching of pre and post production music skills within an industry based setting.

Future prospects:

Degree and FE courses in Music Technology, Film Music or Studio work. Careers in the music industry, recording industry, theatre and television.

Student feedback:

“It’s a hands on course providing practical experiences in a range of musical activities.”

“Provides a wide range of musical activities and opportunities to progress as a musician and

technologist.”

Subject Teachers:

Mr Jeffs

VI Form Prospectus: Subject Information 2016-2018

BTEC Level 3 in Music and Music Technology

Features of the course:

The BTEC Level 3 in Music and Music Technology course enables; Sculpturing of course units for the cohort involved

AS Level Units A2 Level Units BTEC Level 3 Certificate – 30 Credits The BTEC Level 3 Certificate requires students to complete one Core (mandatory) unit and two further units, from the options below; Event Support

Unit Title

11 Music Event Management Core

2 Audio Engineering Principles Option

5 Backline Technical Management Option

8 Concert Production & Staging Option

9 Delivering a Music Product Option

17 Marketing & Production in Music Option

39 The Sound and Music Industry Option

43 Special Subject Investigation Option

44 Stage Lighting Operations Option

Production

Unit Title

25 Music Production Techniques Core

1 Acoustics for Musicians Option

5 Backline Technical Management Option

9 Delivering a Musical Product Option

14 Listening Skills for Technicians Option

17 Marketing and Promoting in the Music Industry

Option

29 Live Sound Techniques Option

35 Sound Creation and Manipulation

Option

39 The Sound & Music Industry Option

43 Special Subject Investigation Option

BTEC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma – 60 Credits The Subsidiary Diploma extends the skills and understanding developed within the Level 3 Certificate. The course requires one core unit, one special unit and four further units from; Event Support

Unit Title

5 Backline Technical Management Core

11 Music Event Management Core

2 Audio Engineering Principles Option

8 Concert Production & Staging Option

9 Delivering a Music Product Option

17 Marketing & Production in Music Option

24 Music Project Option

39 The Sound and Music Industry Option

40 Working and Developing as a Musical Ensemble

Option

43 Special Subject Investigation Option

44 Stage Lighting Operations Option

Production

Unit Title

25 Music Production Techniques Core

32 Sequencing Systems/ Techniques Special

35 Sound Creation & Manipulation Special

1 Acoustics for Musicians Option

2 Audio Engineer Principles Option

5 Backline Technical Management Option

9 Delivering a Musical Product Option

14 Listening Skills for Technicians Option

17 Marketing and Promoting in the Music Industry

Option

29 Live Sound Techniques Option

38 The Freelance Music World Option

39 The Sound & Music Industry Option

43 Special Subject Investigation Option

Methods of Assessment: Methods of Assessment:

All assessment tasks are assessed internally and moderated by the examination board.